Artist Spotlight: Medium Build’s Nick Carpenter preview Phoenix show; talks new album and what’s next for the project
As the mastermind behind Medium Build, Nick Carpenter has always possessed a unique blend of charisma and musical talent that draws listeners in. This year marks a significant milestone with the release of his new album, Country, a deeply personal exploration of his roots and future. Recorded on Nashville’s iconic Music Row, the album blends […]
Festival Recap: Head in the Clouds New York closes out 2024’s event with ATARASHII GAKKO, Joji, much more
Day two of Head in the Clouds New York dawned cold and rainy but by the time the first acts took the stage, the sky cleared, the sun came out and the fans basked in the glow of an amazing end to the weekend. Sunday boasted sets from ATARASHII GAKKO!, Warren Hue, Joji and much […]
Festival Recap: Head in the Clouds New York kicks off year two with plenty of girl power
88Rising came home once again for the second installment of Head in the Clouds New York last weekend. Forest Hills Stadium played host to the iconic festival, which highlights Asian-American artists (and beyond) and the crowds braved the unpredictable weather for this year’s event. In a brand new twist, each act was moved to the […]
Show Review: Des Rocs brings his music home to rainy Times Square
With a nervous eye on the overcast New York City skies, a sizable crowd gathered for an early installment of TSQ Live’s summer concert series on Friday night. Headliner and New York native Des Rocs strutted onstage as the sun started to go down and Times Square started to feel the weekend congestion- and his […]
Show Review: Smallpools and Grayscale bring colorful multi-genre show to Phoenix
There’s no better place to go on a Saturday night than downtown Phoenix’s Crescent Ballroom, and those in the know crowded into the venue for an intimate show featuring Smallpools and Grayscale with support from Caroline Romano and The Romance. The stacked bill deserves its own moment — it’s rare to get to see so […]
Show Review: Giant Rooks returns to Phoenix on the How Have You Been? Tour
The best Berlin boys in Giant Rooks returned to Phoenix last week to check in on the How Have You Been? Tour. An ecstatic crowd filled Crescent Ballroom and the band soaked it all in for one of the last stops of their North American run. All five members and their plethora of instruments squeezed […]
Gallery: Benson Boone enchants sold out Arizona Financial Theatre
Benson Boone’s start is on a stratospheric rise if the exuberant sold out crowd at Arizona Financial Theatre this week is any indication. The one-time American Idol contestant and viral internet singer brought the Fireworks and Rollerblades Tour to Phoenix on Tuesday night and proved that he could never be a flash in the pan. […]
Show Review: Bang Yongguk brings lowkey vibes to Arizona tour stop
Bang Yongguk’s III The US Tour 2024 brought a special experience to Marquee Theatre in April. The former B.A.P leader turned solo rapper and singer was out in support of his latest EP and curated a setlist that pulled from old favorites and plenty of new music. Marquee Theatre converted into a seated venue for […]
Show Review: Connor Price moves from the screen to the stage with sold out Price Club Tour
Artist and producer Connor Price went viral during the pandemic for his constant output of catchy tunes on TikTok. With that success propelling him forward, he visited The Van Buren on his first headlining tour for a sold out experience last week. Producer turned artist (and frequent Price collaborator) Graham opened the evening with his […]
Show Review: Beach Weather returns home with sold out Pineapple Sunrise stop in Phoenix
It’s a treat to welcome Beach Weather home to Phoenix and the fans turned up in sold out fashion to Crescent Ballroom this week. Pineapple Sunrise: The Tour was supported by Almost Monday for a splash of sunshine as Arizona emerges from the winter chill. Almost Monday is a Phoenix favorite and there were plenty […]