The Echo

'Beauty and the Beast' coming to Phoenix this Thanksgiving

The tale as old as time is arriving in Phoenix.

By Jessica Urgiles | November 20, 2014

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$1 Record Reviews: Molly Ringwald’s ‘Except Sometimes’

The ‘80s American sweetheart has produced her first jazz album, and it is unforgettable.

By Aimee Plante | November 20, 2014

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Ariel Pink's 'Pom Pom' proves it's better being weird

“Pom Pom” shows that Pink has a lot to say, but sometimes his tales are so surreal that it seems the best course of action is to just press play and enjoy the ride.

By William Ruof | November 19, 2014

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Paul McCartney honored in beautiful yet redundant ways in 'The Art of McCartney'

“The Art of McCartney” honors the music of McCartney in sometimes beautiful, sometimes redundant ways.

By Samantha Shotzbarger | November 19, 2014

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Gemma Hayes's 'Bones+Longing' haunting, satisfying listen

Irish folk singer-songwriter Gemma Hayes' new album is a melancholy, eerie collection of songs that has the potential to propel Hayes into more commercial U.S. success.

By Samantha Shotzbarger | November 19, 2014

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TV on the Radio's 'Seeds' hits indie-pop sweet spot

After crafting a host of critically adored albums like “Dear Science,” it’s understood that anything that comes from these guys is worth paying attention.

By Zane Jennings | November 19, 2014

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'Four' gives legion of fans more of 1D they want

One Direction delivers 16 more songs about how fun it is to be young and how special you are.

By Zachary Heltzel | November 19, 2014

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Rich flavors and exceptional value at Haji Baba

Quaint Middle Eastern restaurant and grocery store Haji Baba offers authenticity for every budget.

By Celina Jimenez | November 18, 2014

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HBO offers new take on Banksy in 'Banksy Does New York'

"Banksy Does New York" is a more conventional documentary than the one the prominent street artist made himself, but electrifying regardless.

By Zachary Heltzel | November 18, 2014

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Curl up in the 'Crowded West' this November with Modest Mouse

The album has been celebrated by many as a piece of work that significantly contributed to the music scene of the late '90s and one that helped bring on the modern independent music scene that we know today.

By Zane Jennings | November 18, 2014

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A&E abroad: A vivid Vienna visit

For marketing sophomore Ashley Hyland, a weekend trip to Austria turned into cultural overload in the best possible way.

By Celina Jimenez | November 18, 2014

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The world of cult films: 'The Evil Dead'

I’m not a huge fan of horror movies, but I decided to suck up my fear of nightmares and approach “The Evil Dead” with both arms (metaphorically) swinging.

By William Ruof | November 17, 2014

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Such sweet sorrow to be found in 'romeo&juliet/VOID'

Shakespeare said, "Love is a smoke raised with the fume of sighs," but he forgot to mention confusion.

By Zachariah Webb | November 17, 2014

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'Why Don't You Play In Hell?' is bloody good time

Japanese director Sion Sono's latest film is a bizarre, fun ride well worth taking.

By Shane Weinstein | November 16, 2014

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New 'Horrible Bosses' movie isn't horrible

"Horrible Bosses 2," the sequel we've all been waiting for, has a few new and clever twists that make it not only more enjoyable than the first film, but a better movie overall.

By Liam Schliesmann | November 16, 2014

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'Ender's Game' fulfills Orson Scott Card's vision

I know I'm just itching to get started on the next book in the series and see where Ender's travels take him next.

By Liam Schliesmann | November 16, 2014

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'Dumb and Dumber To' reminds us that some things are only funny the first time around

I can’t claim that I didn’t laugh throughout "Dumb and Dumber To," but I will say that the number of times I did laugh was few.

By William Ruof | November 15, 2014

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Hollywood Film Awards kick off awards season

The first televised broadcast in the ceremony's 18 year history kicked off the film awards season.

By Shane Weinstein | November 15, 2014

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'Beyond the Lights' is beyond expectations

This movie is more than a romance; it’s a social commentary –– one we’ve needed for quite some time.

By Aimee Plante | November 13, 2014

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NaNoWriMo can take over your life

Have a story you're dying to get down on paper? Break out the caffeine and get to work because we're halfway through National Novel Writing Month.

By Zachary Heltzel | November 13, 2014

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