Gallery: The Marías sell out captivating show at The Van Buren
The Marías are having a well-deserved moment and, last week, it culminated in a sold out show at The Van Buren in Phoenix. The multi-genre duo, joined by their friends as the live band, enchanted Phoenix with their soul and jazz fusion. The crowd was mesmerized by singer María Zardoya as she made each fan […]
Show Review: The Struts close out electric tour in Arizona
Watching The Struts is akin to being bathed in glitter- and the UK glam rock group didn’t skimp on the sparkle as they ended the Strange Days Are Over Tour in Tempe on Friday. Charming Liars and World’s First Cinema came along for a night of truly epic sights and sounds. After being sidelined for […]
Show Review: Robert DeLong keeps it weird at intimate Phoenix show
We’ve always known Robert DeLong was a weird one. His stage setup relies on video game controllers, he creates sound loops and beats on the fly, and his visuals take you inside a kaleidoscope cut with videos of DeLong himself playing his instruments in real time. It’s a remote controlled indie rave, and fans turn […]
Show Review: Eric Nam sells out massive There and Back Again Tour kickoff in Phoenix
In the two long years since Eric Nam last visited Phoenix, he’s taken the independent musician route, released an album and come back stronger than ever. Finally, his There and Back Again Tour kicked off at The Van Buren to a massively sold out crowd on January 24. The evening began with newcomer and rising […]
Show Review: Dead Poet Society treats Phoenix to “most fun show” they’ve ever played
After years of festival appearances and joining friends on the road, Dead Poet Society is on their first headlining tour and kicked things off at Phoenix’s Rebel Lounge for the “most fun show [they’ve] ever played in the USA.” Local group popsiclestickairport opened the gig and instantly set the mood that we were at a house show, […]
Show Review: IDK How’s Thought Reform Tour starts off strong in Phoenix
It’s the season for tour kickoffs and Phoenix has been home to several so far. Adding to the list is I Don’t Know How But They Found Me- affectionately known as IDK How- who started The Thought Reform Tour at The Van Buren on Tuesday. Joined by Beach Goons, the alt-rock trio finally took a […]
Show Review: Set It Off’s Welcome to Elsewhere Tour starts in Phoenix
With a new album almost in our hands, Set It Off couldn’t wait to bring their new music to an audience. The Florida trio kicked off their Welcome to Elsewhere Tour in Phoenix on Friday, bringing along a stellar lineup of old friends and new voices. No Love for the Middle Child has been in […]
Album Review: Eric Nam starts a new chapter with ‘There and Back Again’
A new year signals new beginnings and for Eric Nam, 2022 is the start of a fresh, independent chapter for the pop artist. His latest album, released on January 7, is a journey of emotions and a strong addition to his discography. There and Back Again is a sprint at just under 20 minutes in […]
Show Review: The Unlikely Candidates kick off 2022 at Phoenix’s Crescent Ballroom
Not known for ever sitting still, The Unlikely Candidates rejected the idea of easing into the new year and instead brought their raucous energy to Phoenix’s Crescent Ballroom on Tuesday night. Local blues rockers The Deadbeat Cousins rearranged their lineup after their drummer called out sick (“Not COVID,” they assured) and powered through an acoustic […]
Show Review: Decadence AZ drops balloons and beats to ring in 2022
Arizona has become a destination zone for some of the biggest events in EDM over the years and, in case you missed the spotlights in the clouds this week, partygoers from all over the state (and even the country) rang in 2022 with some of the largest acts in electronic music. Decadence AZ descended upon […]