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Live and Otherwise: Mini Musical Movies

An enriching plot, gorgeous visual imagery and protagonists who ensnare the attention of any viewer they encounter.

By Gabby Marshall | April 11, 2012

Trail Blazers

Despite editorial and musical change-ups, ASU's college radio station The Blaze is moving forward.

By Nicole Schwab | April 10, 2012

New M. Ward album travels through different times

“A Wasteland Companion” will wrap itself around you.

By Jocelyn Gee | April 9, 2012

Rock the Bells is an annual festival that celebrates underground and contemporary hip-hop. Photo by Gabby Marshall.

Live and Otherwise: Crafting Contemporary Hip-Hop

The radio lies. When it spouts its musical literature through our speakers, we get a perspective on the state of popular music for our city.

By Gabby Marshall | April 8, 2012

Alaskan rock band Portugal. The Man performs at the Crescent Ballroom in Phoenix on Friday night. (Photo by Cheman Cuan)

Fans rejoice Portugal. The Man on Good Friday

The congregation at the concert was not of the religious type, but rather, of a musical rejoicing.

By Mitchell Bobman | April 8, 2012

Ah, Spring is in the air. Photo by Gabby Marshall.

Live and Otherwise: Spring Soundtrack

Judging by the warming sunshine and the smell of spring flowers in the air, spring is upon us. So while the air conditioners are slowly being activated across the city, the hay fever of springtime music mania has also begun.

By Gabby Marshall | April 1, 2012

American Royalty’s frontman describes SXSW experience

American Royalty’s frontman Billy Scher took the time to speak with The State Press about touring and the band’s SXSW experience.

By Jocelyn Gee | March 27, 2012

Esperanza Spalding stylishly grooves on ‘Radio Music Society’

“Radio Music Society” draws its inspiration from the catchy melodies and infectious grooves of pop and R&B radio stations.

By Ben Scolaro | March 25, 2012

Ferrell speaks about absurd comedy ‘Casa de mi Padre’

Ferrell’s bad accent and unique sense of humor make the film an eye-roller — but in a good way.

By Jocelyn Gee | March 15, 2012

Radiohead graces Glendale with hypnotic concert

Thom Yorke and Radiohead performed to a sold out crowd last night at Jobing.com Arena in Glendale.

By Jocelyn Gee | March 15, 2012

Dixie Devils bring traditional jazz to ASU

ASU Dixie Devils, a traditional jazz ensemble, performs at various events around ASU.

By Julia Shumway | March 15, 2012

mtvU Woodie Award nominees advise music lovers

Bethany Cosentino from Best Coast, Walk the Moon’s Nicholas Petricca, and renowned disc jockey Steve Aoki joined a conference call with University students.

By Maria Thompson | March 13, 2012

Factories' debut album a creative, collective success

The album is a dynamic force of powerful sound that blasts its way through the 10 tracks, leaving the listener feeling a bit struck.

By Demetrius Burns | March 12, 2012

Hip-hop group Odd Future performs at the Marquee Theatre in Tempe March 9. (Photo by Cheman Cuan)

Odd Future's antics take over Tempe, push limits

Typical of Odd Future, their elevated energy and funny antics guided their performance.

By Mitchell Bobman | March 12, 2012

Drake performs on March 4 during his Club Paradise Tour in Tucson Arena. (Photo courtesy of Daisy Prado)

Drake’s concert a heartfelt night in ‘Paradise’

Although Drake did not use choreographed routines or stunts, he kept fans engaged in other ways: with attention and lyrics.

By Daisy Prado | March 11, 2012

Funk artist Toro Y Moi performs at the Crescent Ballroom in downtown Phoenix Monday night. (Photo by Jenn Allen)

Toro Y Moi energizes crowd at Crescent Ballroom

The level of camaraderie between the group members and their respective jovialness were memorable performance aspects.

By Demetrius Burns | March 7, 2012

Girls lead singer Christopher Owens performs at the Crescent Ballroom March 3. (Photo by Cheman Cuan)

Girls concert harks back to past rockers

Many different bands and influences presented themselves through Owens’ stage presence as the band played through their hour-long set.

By Mitchell Bobman | March 3, 2012

Cloud Nothings performs on Feb. 28 at the Crescent Ballroom in Phoenix. (Photos courtesy Dominic Valente)

Cloud Nothings maintains energy despite sickness

Cloud Nothings played with an aggressive and cohesive deliberation, showing no evidence of the illness that caused them to cancel a show in Tucson.

By Randsom Rockliffe | February 29, 2012

Pink Floyd re-releases iconic album ‘The Wall’

Pink Floyd’s album “The Wall” was more than innovative as it now serves as a piece of rock ‘n’ roll history and still inspires and mystifies listeners and musicians alike.

By Jocelyn Gee | February 28, 2012

(Image courtesy of Blue Note Records/EMI)

‘Black Radio’ a brilliant blend of musical palettes

“Black Radio” synthesizes the landscapes of hip-hop, soul, jazz, R&B, and Rock into an aesthetic that refuses to be encumbered by traditional boundaries.

By Ben Scolaro | February 26, 2012

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