The Echo

'28 Days Later' writer makes directing debut in style with "Ex Machina"

When asked about how directing a movie is compared to writing, Garland seemed humbled but collaborative.

By Shane Weinstein | April 26, 2015

Negativland co-founder discusses copyright and music sampling

The group rose to prominence due to its sometimes controversial take on issues such as copyright, religion and corporate control.

By Logan Saether | April 26, 2015

Blake Lively and 'The Age of Adeline' sends a breath of fresh air into theaters

'"The Age of Adeline" is a hit with its unique plot, perfect casting and gorgeous costumes and special effects.

By Bridget Dowd | April 26, 2015

TourKidd webapp release defrosts The Icehouse, DIY community

The Ice House, located nearly in the shadow of the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, hosted an event that could only happen in 2015.

By Peter Northfelt | April 26, 2015

Songbird re-opening pleases customers in century old house

The relocation of Roosevelt Row hotspot Songbird Coffee and Tea House has seen satisfied customers and strong spacial and aesthetic upgrades.

By Celina Jimenez | April 26, 2015

DJ Trill Tone steps into Arizona dance music spotlight

T.J. McCloy, aka Trill Tone, graduated in last May, and now works to perfect his craft as a DJ and performer, using his time to search for unheard music that still works with a crowd in a club or venue.

By Jacob Goldstein | April 24, 2015

Mira Gonzales is Alt Lit's sweetheart

She is defining what it means to be a (woman) poet in the 21st century.

By Logan Saether | April 23, 2015

The Vinyl Voyager: Bob Dylan goes through a rough breakup

With five decades of relevance under his belt, Dylan is an anomaly of songwriting talent – few, if any, can compete.

By Nick Latona | April 23, 2015

Time for television to mirror reality, represent minorities fairly

Minority children live in the era of “you can be anything you want,” but they may never know what “anything” can entail if the media never places them in some of those roles.

By Celina Jimenez | April 23, 2015