The Echo

Award-winning poet Mark Doty talks writing on iPhones, why poetry is still important

Talking with award-winning poet Mark Doty on writing, reading and performing.

By Logan Saether | October 1, 2015

ShadeZ and DJ AmBeat work like student athletes, perform like it's a party

Two local DJs met in high school and they have stuck together and continue to support one another.

By Andrew Nicla | September 30, 2015

10 pumpkin spice flavored items the world doesn't need

Pumpkin spice and not everything nice.

By Ryan Santistevan | September 30, 2015

Clean Bandit will perform at Crescent Ballroom in Phoenix on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2015.

Clean Bandit cellist talks dance beats, 'Rather Be'

Clean Bandit cellist discusses the band's massive single "Rather Be" and her classical music roots.

By Jacob Goldstein | September 29, 2015

Trevor Noah makes smooth Daily Show debut by paying tribute to Jon Stewart

The new host of "The Daily Show" had some big shoes to fill.

By Shane Weinstein | September 29, 2015

Professor Mary Erickson poses for a portrait in her office on Monday, Sept. 28, 2015. Erickson, who specializes in research in art education, has been teaching at ASU for 48 years.

Professor Mary Erickson continues revival of art with 25 years of teaching at ASU

Art education professor Mary Erickson is a hidden ASU gem celebrating 48 years of teaching.

By Ryan Santistevan | September 28, 2015

A short guide to some of Phoenix and Tempe's best local music venues

Arizona has a bevy of excellent music venues - here are some of the best.

By Nick Latona | September 28, 2015

Kanye West closes out Summer's End Festival at Tempe Beach Park

Kanye West was announced on the bill to close out the Sunday line-up of the Summer's End music festival a few months back to general shock and awe of the local community.

By Logan Saether | September 28, 2015

Royal Blood drummer talks touring with Foo Fighters, champagne and the rockstar lifestyle

Before Royal Blood hits the stage at the Marquee Theatre Monday, find out what drummer Ben Thatcher thinks sets the band apart from other rock groups.

By Jacob Goldstein | September 27, 2015

Heather Lee Harper (left) and Tyler Eglen star in 'Sex With Strangers.'

Sexy meets clever in local production of 'Sex With Strangers'

"Sex With Strangers" looks at sex and relationships in the age of social media, making for a relevant and engaging performance.

By Skylar Mason | September 27, 2015

Rosemarie Dombrowski (third from left) and her students pose for a photo at {9} The Gallery on Grand Avenue in Phoenix.

Phoenix Poetry Series keeps downtown Phoenix beat scene ablaze at {9} The Gallery

Founded in 2008 by Nadine Lockhart and Rosemarie Dombrowski at First Friday, the Series had humble beginnings.

By Logan Saether | September 27, 2015

2 is a couple, 3 is 'Company' in latest Lyric Opera production

"Company" is a Tony-winning musical comedy based on music from Stephen Sondheim and a book by George Firth.

By Tanner Stechnij | September 26, 2015

RZA-produced soundtrack can't save 'Afro Samurai 2: Revenge of Kuma' from crashing

The game achieves little while falling flat everywhere else.

By Damion Julien-Rohman | September 25, 2015

Destructo explains why people hate 'Techno' and talks HARD Day of the Dead

Destructo is playing Friday, Sept. 25 at Urbane Manner in Scottsdale.

By Jacob Goldstein | September 25, 2015

Soft Kill revives your inner 'sad boy' at 51 West

Soft Kill was joined by local acts Draa, Sleep Money and Body of Light on Wednesday at coffee shop, vegan restaurant and music venue 51 West in Tempe.

By Logan Saether | September 24, 2015