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'Tragedy Plus Comedy Equals Time' tackles the funny side of fame

Patton Oswalt's "Tragedy Plus Comedy Equals Time" does not pack the wallop of his much earlier work, but there are few hours of comedy that have come out this year that are as consistently funny as this one.

| April 8, 2014

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Phil Spencer promoted to head of Xbox, promises to focus on games

Xbox gamers can rest easy with the affable Spencer in charge.

By Michael Martin | April 8, 2014

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No goodness before greatness: 'Silicon Valley' proves boring

HBO's "Silicon Valley" misses the chance to be a viciously hilarious satire of its namesake, instead winding up a color by numbers comedy about five guys who like quinoa.

| April 8, 2014

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New York City rap trio Ratking releases first full-length album

"So It Goes" successfully plays with the idea of New York hip-hop.

| April 8, 2014

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'Game of Thrones' season four: A tale of two Houses

Show-only fans were stunned by the brutal murders of the Starks. This coming season is going to blow their minds.

By Savannah Thomas | April 7, 2014

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The ACMs transform Sin City into country city

Bryan and Shelton livened up the 49th annual Academy of Country Music Awards with their witty banter at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

| April 7, 2014

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Movie studios begin to embrace faith-conscious demographic

With the recent success of films such as "God's Not Dead," Hollywood is making a big bet on Christian audiences becoming a consistent audience bloc.

| April 6, 2014

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Timber Timbre's 'Hot Dreams' is a haunting atmospheric romp

Timber Timbre's "Hot Dreams" is the atmospheric love child of David Lynch and dark, bluesy folk.

| April 5, 2014

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Sony hitting rough times with PlayStation 4 game developers

What in the world is going on with Sony's first-party developers?

By Michael Martin | April 4, 2014

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Cloud Nothings shed naïveté on 'Here and Nowhere Else'

The Cloud Nothings's new album maintains its punk nature but adds depth and maturity.

| April 3, 2014

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Urban Sol rejuvenates the spirit of dance at ASU

The urban dance community will get the chance to showcase their work this Friday at ASU.

By Stephanie Tate | April 3, 2014

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Spring butterfly exhibit at Desert Botanical Garden a whimsical experience

Students might plan for a visit to the Desert Botanical Garden sooner rather than later, given the beautiful weather and little time remaining to see its butterfly exhibit.

By Sergio Martinez | April 3, 2014

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The Phoenix Pride Parade and Festival brings music and camaraderie to the city

Phoenix Pride celebrates with its 34th annual parade and festival.

| April 3, 2014

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Mac Demarco grows up on "Salad Days"

Mac DeMarco's "Salad Days" finds the right balance between carefree chords and existential despair.

| April 3, 2014

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'inFAMOUS: Second Son' is a technological marvel

The latest installment in the inFAMOUS series can't quite put it all together, but it gives players a glimpse into the future of gaming graphics.

By Michael Martin | April 2, 2014

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Songwriter Amy Stroup talks her blossoming music career

The singer/songwriter of the new album "TUNNEL" recently sat down with The State Press, in anticipation of opening at the Crescent Ballroom.

By Taylor Costello | April 2, 2014

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'Community' fans wait on pins and needles for "#sixseasonsandamovie" announcement

What once sounded like an impossible dream for fans of NBC's cult comedy may actually become a reality.

| April 2, 2014

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'How I Met Your Mother' makes a memorable exit

It's the end of an era. After nine seasons, "How I Met Your Mother" says its final farewell.

| April 2, 2014

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The Paper Knife grows artist community in Tempe

The Paper Knife released its first unbound print publication Sunday, involving students, artists and members of the community in the new outlet.

By Lorraine Longhi | April 2, 2014

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'The Walking Dead' concludes with a bang

AMC's hit series ended its fourth season Sunday on a strong note

By Shane Weinstein | April 1, 2014

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