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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Graphic novel 'Seconds' a familiar page-turner

Bryan Lee O'Malley's third effort is a time-bending hit.

By Damion Julien-Rohman | September 11, 2014

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You need to get into alt-comedy right now — and here’s where to start

With the work ethic and creativity of these alt-comics, it almost seems the comedy genre is asking its audience, “Is there any hope for me, Diane?”

By Zane Jennings | September 11, 2014

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Salif Keita performs at Musical Instrument Museum

Keita’s warm smile and shining eyes radiated from the stage, even when it faded to black.

By Keerthi Vedantam | September 11, 2014

Red Hands Black Feet, a band touring from Boise, Idaho, perform for the crowd with their unique ambient sound at The Trunk Space in downtown Phoenix on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2014. (Photo by Carly Traxler)

Post-rock bands revive instrumental talent at Trunk Space

The Trunk Space hosts a night of ambient post-rock.

By Aimee Plante | September 11, 2014

Students, faculty and guests wait in long lines to get their tickets for the Pitchfork Awards held in Downtown Phoenix Thursday night at the Orpheum Theatre. (Photo by Perla Farias)

Orpheum renovation a throwback to 1929

After more than 80 years of restoration, the historic Orpheum Theater is finally returned to the grandeur of its old Hollywood past.

By Olivia Richard | September 11, 2014

Banks' new album 'Goddess' just a minor deity

Banks' synth-heavy sound, while promising at points, just doesn't live up to her intriguing image.

By Amy Medeiros | September 10, 2014

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It came from Bandcamp: the psychedelic waves of Tempe’s Strange Lot

A Bandcamp gem unearthed closer to home, Tempe's Strange Lot, pours forth the psychedelic sunshine through a distorted speaker.

| September 10, 2014

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Season six of 'The League' shows promise

"The League" is back and it brought its A-game.

By Danielle Kernkamp | September 10, 2014

ASU alumna Allison Fuentes is featured in the Grant Street Studious building where her exhibit is featured inside the Step Gallery. (Photo by Tynin Fries)

Mystery at Step Gallery: The dynamic art of Allison Fuentes

Fuentes's exhibit, "No. Title" at the Step Gallery in downtown Phoenix forces visitors to consider the dynamic nature of art and space.

By Zachariah Webb | September 10, 2014

ASU violinist, pianist strike musical gold

On their 25th performance, the duo play the classics of Ives, Beethoven and Dompierre.

By Damion Julien-Rohman | September 10, 2014

Robin Wright gives career-best performance in 'The Congress'

"The Congress" is a woefully inconsistent but often breathtaking sci-fi drama.

By Zachary Heltzel | September 9, 2014

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New Phoenix Art Museum exhibit showcases political struggle, dark themes

The Phoenix Art Museum’s newest exhibit is sure to bring up some dark thoughts.

By Danielle Kernkamp | September 9, 2014

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Death From Above 1979’s follow-up album 'The Physical World' is… OK

Death From Above 1979's follow up album "The Physical World" is merely a patch update on their iconic 2004 style.

By Zane Jennings | September 9, 2014