The Echo

'Creatures' take over Firehouse Gallery

Local art show covers expanses of theme and imagery unheard of in the world of conventional art exhibitions

By Emily Zentner | September 16, 2014

The world of cult films: 'American Psycho'

This film is visually stunning and darkly funny. Christian Bale gives a wacky, terrifying performance, entirely becoming the sick character of Bateman. The movie was strange and original, exactly what I was hoping it would be.

By William Ruof | September 15, 2014

Interpol stays in comfort zone with new album 'El Pintor'

I usually like to watch bands progress, see them integrate new styles and complicate the tonal palates (a la Vampire Weekend or Youth Lagoon), but sometimes I’m thankful bands stay right where they are.

By William Ruof | September 15, 2014

Wingard, Barrett discuss 'The Guest'

The duo behind the hit horror film "You're Next" talk changing genre tropes and being tagged "horror guys."

By Shane Weinstein | September 15, 2014

For shame! Grimes not releasing a new album makes us sad

Come on, Internet! Be nicer to a really cool artist.

By Emily Zentner | September 14, 2014

The Waffle Diaries: One reporter's quest for the perfect waffle

Fear and Loathing in the downtown Phoenix dining facility.

By Aimee Plante | September 14, 2014

Host Tim Eigo, introduces actors and comedians satirically performing informational speeches. Space 55 in downtown Phoenix hosts the first PHIL Talk, Phoenix Has Ideas LIVE, a comical parody of TED Talks. (Photo by Mario Mendez)

PHIL Talks start out with a bang, fizzle

While there were definitely a few bumps along the way, the value was best stated by Eigo when he said in his opening monologue: “PHIL Talks try – and that’s what matters.”

By Emily Zentner | September 14, 2014

Pitchforks and Corks is an ASU administrator's dream

If you want to impress a new student, a date, or your parents, consider taking them to Pitchforks and Corks — but be ready to pay the price.

| September 14, 2014

Samuel Peoples, a West campus student, performed some of his self-written poems during Open Mic Night at ASU West campus on Friday, Sept. 12. (Photo by Carly Traxler)

West campus mic night: An evening with poet Neil Hilborn

Stringing lights lit up the Delph Courtyard as daylight started to close, and the first open mic night of the year began at ASU West, this time highlighting the famous slam poet Neil Hilborn.

By Rachael Tashbook | September 13, 2014