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New sitcom 'Weird Loners' looks mildly promising

Although the storyline is familiar, "Weird Loners" has the potential to shine through.

By Desiree Pharias | April 1, 2015

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The Maine's "American Candy" is an indie rock masterpiece

The album manages to pull together all of the good of their past albums while continuing to grow as artists, something that is hard to pull off.

By Emily Zentner | March 31, 2015

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Justin Bieber escapes Comedy Central's roast just lightly toasted

The Comedy Central roast has been a platform for mocking ludicrous celebrity actions since 1998. Roast fans craving blood last night at the Justin Bieber roast were probably disappointed by the tameness of the jokes.

By Rachel Andrews | March 31, 2015

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Netflix Alternatives: 'Furious 7' rides into theaters

What to watch on Netflix if this week’s new releases don’t catch your attention.

By Shane Weinstein | March 31, 2015

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Catching you up with The Walking Dead Season Five

The finale of The Walking's Dead fifth season is set to air Sunday, bringing a close to the most violent and surprising saga of the show yet. Here are the season's most important moments.  

By Jacob Goldstein | March 30, 2015

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Pop culture mischief: Bieber performs with Skrillex, Jon Hamm leaves rehab and more

This week's pop-culture round-up.

By Zackary Moran-Norris | March 30, 2015

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McDowell Mountain Music Festival celebrates 12th year with eccentric atmosphere

The Phoenix metro’s freest spirits and most vibrant personalities came out to play at this weekend’s McDowell Mountain Music Festival at Margaret T.

By Celina Jimenez and Rachel Andrews | March 30, 2015

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Kombucha: New age hippiedom bottled just for you

Finally, you can buy a new age product that will make you look really hip. What is this magical product?

By Peter Northfelt | March 30, 2015

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The classic film 'Rebecca' will not stand the test of time

Despite the intriguing storyline, "Rebecca" will not be around for much longer, as it is already disappearing

By Desiree Pharias | March 29, 2015

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Tempe Festival of the Arts brings it all under the sun

The Tempe Festival of the Arts was a great way for talented artists to present their wares to a large crowd, and was quite a bit of fun for those who braved the heat.

By Damion Julien-Rohman | March 29, 2015

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James Corden brings quirky humor to “The Late Late Show”

There is little doubt that Corden has all the necessary ingredients to be a contender in the fierce late-night race.

By Zackary Moran-Norris | March 28, 2015

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Strong acting saves ‘Romeo and Juliet’ at Herberger Theater from becoming a tragedy

“Romeo and Juliet,” playing at the Herberger Theater Center, is worth seeing, despite the confusing interpretation.

By Bridget Dowd | March 28, 2015

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‘Glovers’ and students dance in silence at MU After Dark’s Headphone Disco

The concept is simple – Headphone Disco provides hundreds of wireless headphones, each with two FM channels to choose from. Check out a pair, put them on and absorb yourself in the mobs of partiers as music transmits to those with headphones on and nobody else.

By Nick Latona | March 28, 2015

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Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence shine once more in ‘Serena’

“Serena” was a movie worth seeing. The storyline and acting abilities of Cooper and Lawrence make the picture.

By Desiree Pharias | March 27, 2015

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Oneohtrix Point Never brings ambient experimentalism to ASU West

It was a concert where people were seen and could be seen in the Glendale gymnasium.

By Peter Northfelt | March 27, 2015

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Al Pacino, ‘Pineapple Express’ director and more to kick off Phoenix Film Festival

The always-growing film festival prepares for its annual showcase of films.

By Shane Weinstein | March 26, 2015

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The Whining Pig caters to craft beer lovers and wine aficionados alike

The small craft beer and wine bar that caters to the social crowd.

By Damion Julien-Rohman | March 26, 2015

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Talking with Will Ferrell and Kevin Hart about what it takes to ‘Get Hard’

The duo talks about their newest release.

By Shane Weinstein | March 26, 2015

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Vinyl Voyager: ‘Led Zeppelin III’ showcases ‘Immigrant Song’ and folk rock flair

“Led Zeppelin III” is a testament to the evolving tendencies of those who are relentlessly talented and the sonic expansion artists pursue to avoid being typecast.

By Nick Latona | March 26, 2015

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Courtney Barnett’s lyricism, riffs shine on latest LP

Barnett’s mundane quarter-life crises and self-deprecating reflections make for raucously hilarious songs that mostly anyone with a bit of awareness can appreciate.

By Nick Latona | March 25, 2015

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