The Echo

Is the Marvel Cinematic Universe heading to Civil War?

With the addition of Robert Downey, Jr. to the upcoming third "Captain America" film, it certainly seems that way.

By Shane Weinstein | October 22, 2014

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A little taste of Hawaii on College Avenue

Paradise Hawaiian Barbecue offers many different dishes you won't find anywhere else.

By Juliet Moo | October 22, 2014

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Not Beyoncé, but Charli XCX brings girl power to Phoenix

Charli XCX brought a female-powered pop extravaganza to Crescent Ballroom with the Girl Power North America Tour.

By Emily Zentner | October 21, 2014

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Dave Grohl really wants you to know he is also a filmmaker

Ostensibly a companion piece to Foo Fighters' new album, "Sonic Highways" is more of a crash course in rock history.

By Zachary Heltzel | October 21, 2014

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Happy holidays to all, and to all a good BYOB!

While it is fairly simple to pick out a favored beer or bottle of wine, if you want to spice up your party or BYOB situation there are a number of options that might delight and surprise even the most skeptical cocktail connoisseur, with the help of liqueurs like Kahlúa, Baileys Irish Cream and Godiva.

By Samantha Shotzbarger | October 20, 2014

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5th Annual Arizona Taco Festival delivers a 1-$2 punch

Simple execution (40 vendors each boasting $2 tacos — well, kinda), combined with the vast spread on hand made the 5th Annual Arizona Taco Festival worth it to attendees over the Oct. 18-19 weekend.

By Damion Julien-Rohman | October 20, 2014

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The world of cult films: 'The Giant Spider Invasion'

Sometimes, movies are just awful, but in a good way. I saw that with “The Room” and again this week with B-movie horror/sci-fi flick “The Giant Spider Invasion.”

By William Ruof | October 20, 2014

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No reverb! It's time to move on

If we accept reverb as an aesthetic choice that subtracts from direct, lyrical emotion and relies more heavily on atmospheric crescendos to deliver messages, then reverb works in today’s cultural climate — but is it justified?

By Zane Jennings | October 20, 2014

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I went to three concerts in three days and didn't die

Experience breeds wisdom, and wisdom breeds sensible footwear.

By Emily Zentner | October 19, 2014

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'Strider 2' maintains fast-paced fun

The game always feels fast — as if stopping is out of the question.

By Damion Julien-Rohman | October 19, 2014

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MTV/LOGO documentary 'The T Word' is a triumphant must-see

"Laverne Cox Presents: The T Word" sensitively depicts the agony and ecstacy of being a trans youth.

By Zachary Heltzel | October 18, 2014

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The Drums play to rambunctious, sold out crowd in Scottsdale

After The Drums left the stage, I walked out into the dark to find my car, feeling beat up, like I’d just been in a two-hour boxing match. It was definitely one hell of a show!

By William Ruof | October 17, 2014

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Which ASU stereotype are you?

By Aimee Plante | October 16, 2014

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$1 Record Reviews: 'Switched-on Bach'

"Switched-on Bach" is the strangest album I’ve ever had the privilege of owning.

By Aimee Plante | October 16, 2014

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Overdue Book Review: The fault in our everything

I fell in love like I fall asleep: slowly, and then not at all, thanks to this poor excuse for a book.

By Emily Zentner | October 16, 2014

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Fall DIY drinks to fix your fancy

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By Sammie Shotzbarger | October 16, 2014

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A glimpse inside the mind of the world's most prolific musician

Not only does Matt Farley produce thousands of tracks per year, but most of them are really good!

By Zachary Heltzel | October 16, 2014

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'Peaky Blinders' is no 'Boardwalk Empire'

The BBC series, currently streaming on Netflix, fails to live up to its potential.

By Shane Weinstein | October 15, 2014

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Of peaches and sunshine, Florida Georgia Line arrives on time

Florida Georgia Line’s “Anything Goes” is a fun country party soundtrack that delivers hits that fans expect of the party-hard duo.

By Samantha Shotzbarger | October 15, 2014

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5 late night Tempe feasts brought right to your door

The next time you decide to stay up late and are looking for something to eat that isn’t pizza, try out these places. You might just find your new favorite spot.

By Juliet Moo | October 15, 2014

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