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Electric Guest charges modern soul into ‘Mondo’

Pitchforks: 4.5/5

Florence and the Machine galvanizes Phoenix

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Andrew Bird whistles way into concertgoers’ hearts

With more than 15 years of experience under his wing, Andrew Bird is considered a wise old sage to independent music fans of all ages.

Fans rejoice Portugal. The Man on Good Friday

On Good Friday, hundreds gathered before a stage in downtown Phoenix in preparation for a sermon. This congregation was not of the religious type but rather a musical rejoicing.

Odd Future's antics take over Tempe, push limits

Its lyrics are abrasive. Its antics offend almost everyone. It is Los Angeles-based rap collective OFWGKTA, and it’s back in Tempe.

Girls concert harks back to past rockers

Girls is not just another indie rock band. The San Francisco-based duo is more or less the product of decades of punk and rock influences. While on tour promoting their album “Father, Son, Holy Ghost,” the band stopped in Phoenix March 3 and proved the diversity of its sound.

Young the Giant to rock Crescent Ballroom

Young the Giant is not just another rock band. Since debuting its self-titled LP last January, the indie sensation has been strutting their sound across the globe. The infectious music video for their single "My Body" trended across the globe in 2011, racking up millions of YouTube views.

Touring the world with international bands

Traveling abroad is an exciting opportunity for many students at ASU. For some, it is a chance to visit ancient cities, learn different cultures and buy duty-free alcohol before running out of foreign currency at the airport. Unfortunately, not all students are able to enjoy this experience.

Twin Sister and Ava Luna give a mellow show

While some students camped out in libraries on Tuesday night, a select few opted to travel to downtown’s Crescent Ballroom to see the unique compositions of New York bands Twin Sister and Ava Luna.

Saving independent and alternative radio at ASU

Think about the life of a college student. Laborious late nights, rushed delivery pizza and cram sessions in the stacks. But what is the one medium that serves as the panacea for college stress? Music.

Steve Aoki wins over fans, disappoints critics

103.9 station changes to target different audience

I arrive at a sudden team meeting four days into my internship at local radio station X1039 about to hear surprising news. Here I am, a brand-new intern for a station I had listened to for years, completely unaware of what I was about to be told.

STRFKR gives stunning performance

With an unforgettable name, STRFKR uses a vast array of electronic sounds to create truly unique tracks. The band originated in 2007 as a solo project of vocalist Joshua Hodges, and now includes Shawn Glassford and Keil Corcoran.

Galapagos rides out the music blog boom

Most listeners of chillwave music would not expect for the electronic artist Galapagos to be an Arizona native.

Phoenix restaurant party helps replenish stolen toys

Thieves allegedly made out with $20,000 worth of donated toys from St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, but the generosity of the community remained.

Tempe Dutch Bros. to remain open 24 hours during finals

Dutch Bros. Arizona will make it easier for ASU students to pull an all-nighter this week.

Snow slide draws students despite delay

Hassayampa Pavilion had a taste of winter for a few hours Wednesday night.

New lecture series hosts Teach for America founder

Teach for America founder Wendy Kopp discussed the organization’s philosophies on improving school districts around America with ASU President Michael Crow Tuesday.

Candidates announce plan for swimming beach at Tempe Town Lake

Tempe mayoral candidate Michael Monti and City Council hopeful Dick Foreman announced a plan Tuesday to build a swimming beach at Tempe Town Lake — an idea they will attempt to implement if elected.

TOMS Shoes executive offers young entrepreneurs advice

Listening was the theme Monday night as an executive for TOMS Shoes held the attention of a few hundred high school and ASU students at the Polytechnic campus.