Music

Internet Radio Saved the Video Star

The rise of sites like Pandora may be just the ticket for how people get their music.

By John Gwynn | February 1, 2011

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Vanilla Ice Drops New Album: "WTF"

"WTF" 1 out of 5 Pitchforks Vanilla Ice StandBy Records If there's one thing you've heard by largely forgotten '90s rap star Vanilla Ice, it's his most popular song, “Ice Ice Baby.” And if there's one thing you need to know about Vanilla Ice, it's that he released an album today. Dallas-based rapper Robert Van Winkle, best known by his stage name Vanilla Ice, has always been known as a bit of a novelty act.

By Trevor Paxton | January 31, 2011

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Mill Ave. venue serves melodies with mochas

The Fixx opened quietly near Seventh Street and Mill Avenue on Jan. 17, selling coffee and original art.

By Mary Shinn | January 31, 2011

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Digital downloads, the death of quality in music

Digital downloads and instantly available music are active assailants in the destruction of artistic standards of the music industry.

By Ben Karris | January 30, 2011

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Carillon valentine brings sweet notes to campus

The Symphonic Carillon brings sweet notes for Valentine's Day to ASU.

By Jessica Heigh | January 30, 2011

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A Bumpy Relationship: Hip-hop Meets Indie

News broke a few weeks ago that Drake would be collaborating with some of indie's best. Is the relationship between hip-hop and indie rock the next big thing?

By Trevor Paxton | January 26, 2011

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Iron & Wine returns to roots

Folk phenomenon Samuel Beam (aka Iron & Wine) brings to life a fresh, yet authentic sound on his fourth album, “Kiss Each Other Clean.”

By Aiyana Havir | January 24, 2011

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Q&A with Daniel Davison of Underoath

State Press caught up with the Underoath drummer to talk about the band's sound, future video projects and jumping into Tempe Town Lake.

By John Gwynn | January 23, 2011

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White Lies revisit tried and true brood

The band’s latest release, “Ritual,” does very little to break from the dark ‘80s sound they are known for.

By John Gwynn | January 17, 2011

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‘Bieber Fever’ takes over Tempe Marketplace

Hair flips, high-pitched squeals and young talent flooded Tempe Marketplace last Saturday as the search for Phoenix's number one Justin Bieber fan began.

By Lauren Jordan | January 17, 2011

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Decemberists ditch baroque for pure folk

The band's most recent release, “The King Is Dead,” is a welcomed breath of fresh air.

By Trevor Paxton | January 17, 2011

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On The Verge presents Kid Sampson

Jaime Bolker talks to the members of Kid Sampson before a show.

By Jaime Bolker | December 10, 2010

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Underground Foundation fights to bring music community to ASU

The Underground Foundation at ASU is a new organization dedicated to solidifying an independent music scene, culture and social network to ASU students.

By Dane Jarvie | December 6, 2010

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Cali Swag District goes beyond ‘Teach Me How to Dougie’

Cali Swag District started on its quick rise to fame with its dance floor hit “Teach Me How To Dougie,” which went viral on YouTube.

By Lauren Jordan | December 5, 2010

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State Press Weekly: Dec. 2 – A Little Bit of This, A Little Bit of That

Dec. 2 - This week: controversial digital privacy laws, Mill Avenue street musicians, and a preview of holiday happenings around ASU. MUSIC BY OWL & PENNY.

By State Press Staff | December 2, 2010

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Mini Mansions deserves larger crowds

Mini Mansions is “not a rock band;” expect no Queens of the Stone Age covers here.

By Lauren Jordan | December 1, 2010

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Q&A with Breathe Owl Breathe

The State Press interviewed Breathe Owl Breathe about homemade music videos, its new album and its charity work.

By Lenni Rosenblum | November 23, 2010

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On The Verge presents The Vibe Prescribers

Host Jaime Bolker talks with the boys from The Vibe Prescribers and gets a preview of their sound.

By Jaime Bolker | November 22, 2010

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Band MicLordz and Sauce Funky finds new exposure on tour with Twiztid

Currently on tour with horrorcore band Twiztid, the Canadian boys of MicLordz and Sauce Funky have been finding their way in their hip-hop/rock sound.

By Lauren Jordan | November 22, 2010

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Underoath lives on with ‘Disambiguation’

“Disambiguation” from band Underoath may not be able to lift your spirits, but it will certainly pump your adrenaline glands, leaving you hungry for the next rush.

By Dane Jarvie | November 14, 2010

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