Show Review: Watsky’s explosive Complaint Album Tour shakes Arizona
Phoenix may have never seen a show as hype as Watsky’s nearly sold out appearance at The Pressroom on Saturday. With a full band and a slew of lively openers, the fans blew the roof off in their excitement. Local rapper Mouse Powell opened the show, playing new music to get the party started. He […]
Show Review: The Revivalists bring a slice of New Orleans to Phoenix
There are a few things you have to know about The Revivalists. First, you need to know that there are eight of them. There are so many that you’ll never be able to see them in a small venue, and you might think they’re two bands—complete with two drummers, two guitarists, and bonus instruments—disguised as […]
Show Review: Dylan Gardner brings new sound to life at Valley Bar
“I probably look a little different from the last time I was here.” Singer-songwriter Dylan Gardner took his new sound (and new look) on the road, bringing the Let’s Get This Started Tour to Valley Bar on Friday. Local group Damn the Weather opened the evening with their brand of folk-rock and the perfect touch […]
Show Review: Bad Suns wrap up Away We Go Tour in Tempe
After skirting around the Valley on their Away We Go Tour, Bad Suns treated Tempe Marketplace to a free show on Wednesday as a conclusion to their tour and a preview to their new album. Opener MRCH started things early with their brand of ethereal indie pop. The sparse crowd could be seen swaying slightly […]
Show Review: Weathers’ retro vibes rock The Rebel Lounge
Finding new sounds under the umbrella of pop-rock is a tall order, but one that California group Weathers manages to great success. They brought their headlining tour to Phoenix on Tuesday, along with a lineup packed with talent. Local glam rockers Sunday at Noon opened the early show, moving the room with the sheer force […]
Innings Festival 2019: Eddie Vedder, Incubus headline diverse festival
Now in its second year, Innings Festival upped the ante with a stellar lineup for the 2019 event. Boasting heavyweight headliners, appearances by MLB legends and even more food and activities, the Arizona-based festival kicked off the spring season. Skies were clear, the weather was a balmy 75 and breezy and fans of all ages […]
M3F Fest: Empire of the Sun, Odezsa, more highlight memorable festival
M3F was a weekend full of fun in the sun as attendees were treated to a full lineup of groovy acts and locally focused arts and cuisines. From the international acts to the perfect weather, its 2019 edition was one to remember. Add to the mix that M3F has streamlined its operations after more than […]
Show Review: The Band CAMINO and Hardcastle sell out rowdy Phoenix gig
“Frenzy” is the best word to describe the process of getting through the door and positioned as close as possible to the stage for The Band CAMINO’s sold out show at downtown Phoenix’s Valley Bar on Thursday night. The mostly-underage crowd was drunk, sweaty, and hyped to see their new favorite band. The Love of […]
Show Review: Bryce Vine’s Headline Tour brought the heat back to Phoenix
In today’s world of hip hop- full of face tattoos, drugs and violence- Bryce Vine is a breath of fresh air. He brought his nearly sold out headlining tour to Club Red on Wednesday, packing the room with ecstatic fans of all ages. Local rapper Futuristic opened the show as a surprise guest, playing to […]
Show Review: Muse shatters expectations on Simulation Theory Tour
Continuing their quest for the largest production in arena rock, Muse stormed through Arizona on Tuesday for their Simulation Theory World Tour. Ohio rockers Walk the Moon owned the stage as the sole openers for the tour. With a scaled back stage setup to make room for Muse’s equipment, Nick Petricca, Kevin Ray, Eli Maiman […]