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'Sons of Anarchy' creator debuts 'The Bastard Executioner' on FX with too much violence to handle

There is no denying that Kurt Sutter knows how to make incredibly solid television. The former “Sons of Anarchy” creator brings his signature twist back to television, this time with the medieval drama “The Bastard Executioner,” which premiered Tuesday night on FX.

By Shane Weinstein | September 16, 2015

ASU MainStage drops the boys to the curb, adding seven women playwrights for the 2015-2016 theater season

ASU's MainStage lineup for the 2015-2016 season features a voice not generally heard, the voice of women.

By Ryan Santistevan | September 16, 2015

Thomas Jack talks Mad Decent Block Party, 'Tropical House' and new music

Australian DJ and producer Thomas Jack talks about his rise to success and new music.

By Jacob Goldstein | September 16, 2015

Five fall fashion trends that will sweep every Phoenician fashionista’s closet this season

Running down the top fall fashion staples of Phoenix for the upcoming season.

By Fay Elizabeth Schneider | September 15, 2015

The man behind the buttons that have taken Phoenix by storm

Jar of Buttons, also known as Brendan McCaskey has taken a simple novelty item and turned it into a business that has capitalized on Instagram to develop a fanbase.

By Ruby Ramirez | September 15, 2015

Secret Diner: At FEZ, you don't have to be a king to get a burger how you want it

FEZ Restaurant and Bar in downtown Phoenix offers one of the best burgers in town.

By Ruby Ramirez | September 15, 2015

Oasis brings authentic Yemeni cuisine to Tempe

A sprawling menu and friendly staff are the main draws to the restaurant.

By Damion Julien-Rohman | September 15, 2015

Eddie Redmayne and director Tom Hooper underwhelm in anticipated film "The Danish Girl"

Politics were one of the many problems in “The Danish Girl.” Its importance and beauty are overshadowed by poor pacing and a vain and surface level look into the lives of the trans pioneers depicted.

By Tanner Stechnij | September 14, 2015

Bring Me The Horizon's new album 'That's The Spirit' strays further from metal roots with nothing but sadness

The new album from English metal stars Bring Me The Horizon isn't as good as everyone says.

By Marco Alarid White | September 14, 2015

Walk into the mind of artist Miguel Angel Rios with 'Landlocked' at the ASU Art Museum in Tempe

The exhibit focuses on the artist's journey from small childhood beginnings in Argentina to living in New York City.

By Obie Dieke | September 13, 2015

Lay's turn gyros, corned beef and breakfast into chip flavors that ultimately miss the mark

I think this was one of the most bizarre food experiments I’ve tried in quite a while.

By Shane Weinstein | September 13, 2015

New Jonathan Franzen book 'Purity' takes on feminism through traditional book format

It's difficult for an author to become famous in America, but somehow Franzen has ascended and is somewhat the king of popular books.

By Logan Saether | September 13, 2015

The audience dances as Zedd performs on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015, at Comerica Theatre in Phoenix.

Zedd's 'True Colors' tour brings massive visuals and stunning bass drops to Comerica Theatre

Zedd brought his A game to Comerica Theatre Saturday night.

By Kayla King-Sumner | September 13, 2015

M. Night Shyamalan actually makes a good movie with 'The Visit'

The movie spends most of its time building up mysteries and developing psyches of all four players – a format that for me was paced well but might be slow for others.

By Damion Julien-Rohman | September 12, 2015

Image from Michael Moore's "Where to Invade Next." (Where to Invade Next/IMDB)

World premiere of Michael Moore's 'Where to Invade Next' is a liberal crowd pleaser

In his latest picture, Michael Moore gives up all objectivity and embraces liberal ideas head on as he travels around the world for inspiration.

By Tanner Stechnij | September 12, 2015

Still from "The Perfect Guy." (Dan McFadden/Sony Pictures Entertainment)

'The Perfect Guy' is anything but perfectly made

Honestly, this film scares me away from dating anyone I meet at a coffee shop and that happens rather frequently to me, so what does that mean for me?

By Ruby Ramirez | September 12, 2015

"Scorch Trials" runs past expectations

Having never seen last year’s hit adaptation “The Maze Runner” and having never seen a single trailer for it’s sequel, I went into “The Scorch Trials” not knowing what to expect at all.

By Shane Weinstein | September 12, 2015

ASU Art Museum has something for everyone this semester

The museum’s new exhibitions feature a variety of mediums, from videos projected on huge walls in front of beanbag chairs.

By Carson Mlnarik | September 12, 2015

An abridged history of Mill Avenue: The Hayden Flour Mill

Perhaps Tempe’s most historic cultural hub and landmark is Mill Avenue.

By Tanner Stechnij | September 11, 2015

5 essential Zedd songs to hear before you see him this weekend

Get ready for Zedd's performance at Comerica Theatre with these five songs from his catalog.

By Jacob Goldstein | September 10, 2015

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