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Slideshow: Rush delivers energetic, light-hearted concert

Progressive rock trio Rush performed Sunday at Phoenix's U.S. Airways Center.

By Travis McKnight | November 25, 2012

Green light, red light: Christmas songs to keep, to toss

To ensure our readers don’t make the grave mistake of picking the worst kind of holiday songs, The State Press has composed two holiday playlists, one to avoid and one to play while hanging decorations in super classy holiday pajamas, sipping a glass of eggnog.

By Jocelyn Gee | November 25, 2012

Rolling Stone named Stevie Nicks the "Reigning Queen of Rock 'n' Roll" making Phoenix citizens proud to say she was born and raised in their neck of the woods. (Photo courtesy of Reprise Records)

Top 5 most notable artists with Arizona roots

Here is a look into some of the artists who’ve given Grand Canyon state residents a reason to brag.

By Stephanie Habib | November 25, 2012

Nintendo’s Wii U meets mixed reception

If there is a theme for Nintendo’s newest console, Wii U, it is that only time will tell.

By Jeremy Conigliari | November 25, 2012

The 5 worst celebrity memoirs of the decade so far

Only a few years into this decade and celebrities have already written some of the worst books of all time.

By Justine Pallas | November 20, 2012

Audiences will not fall for 'Rise of the Guardians'

Even though the movie has impressive visuals that will entertain children, adults will find this hard to watch due to the lack of substance.

By Tyler Verti | November 20, 2012

Call of Duty: Black Ops II evolves the franchise

Black Ops II implements many excellent innovations that takes the Call of Duty franchise to a new level, actually being fun.

By Travis McKnight | November 19, 2012

London-based rapper Maverick Sabre outshines his rapping competitors Professor Green and Example with his unique blend of R&B and soul. Photo courtesy of Mercury Records

Top 5 underground artists destined to crawl up mainstream ladder

This year has been full of great independent album releases that have gone relatively unnoticed by the mainstream music industry. Here are five acts that deserve a little more time in the limelight.

By Stephanie Habib | November 19, 2012

Phillip Phillips’s debut album a solid start

There is no denying that Phillip Phillips is musically gifted, but his debut album “The World from the Side of the Moon” suffers from an identity crisis.

By Jeremy Conigliari | November 19, 2012

Foreign artists deserving of international attention

Foreign music is easy to discover these days with the help of the Internet. The State Press recommends looking into these foreign artists.

By Lana Rogoff | November 18, 2012

ASU Culture Pass cures college budget boredom

With over half a dozen destinations and activities to choose from, students can no longer complain about their boredom on a budget when they receive a Culture Pass from ASU libraries.

By Mikayla Gilbert | November 18, 2012

The Northlight Gallery showcases a new exhibition titled "The End of War", as homage to war veterans. (Photo courtesy of Jeremy Conigliari)

Campus gallery promotes respect for U.S. soldiers

Located in Matthews Hall, the Northlight Gallery is showcasing an art exhibition raising awareness for war veterans, suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder.

By Jeremy Conigliari | November 15, 2012

Four-time National Slam Poetry champion Taylor Mali performed some of his works at Old Main's Carson Ballroom Wednesday evening. (Photo courtesy of Taylor Mali)

Slam poet Taylor Mali draws crowd of aspiring teachers

Acclaimed slam poet and teacher’s advocate Taylor Mali gave a reading at Old Main on the Tempe campus Wednesday evening.

By Justine Pallas | November 15, 2012

‘Anything Goes’ cast taps its way to ASU Gammage

Subtle wit and loud tap shoes during “Anything Goes” entertains Gammage-goers of all ages.

By Maria Thompson | November 15, 2012

British musician Jake Bugg, 18, has the voice of Bob Dylan and the cool factor of The Clash. (Photo courtesy of Mercury Records)

Top 5 underrated UK bands that deserve a listen

Lately, the U.K. music scene has gone under the radar. Here are five bands from across the pond to take a closer listen to.

By Lily Lieberman | November 14, 2012

New Star Wars potential director list down to two

Even though it hasn’t been officially announced, the list of potential directors for “Star Wars: Episode VII” has been narrowed down to two.

By Tyler Verti | November 14, 2012

Photo courtesy of the Herberger Institute of Design and the Art

ASU students bring awareness to disorder through art exhibition

Beauty on the Brain encourages both awareness and self-acceptance through art pieces.

By Lindsey Lucero | November 14, 2012

Walk the Moon urges audience members at Crescent Ballroom to clap their hands to the beat. (Photo courtesy of KJ Mark)

Walk the Moon celebrates Veterans Day in Phoenix

Walk the Moon brought a celebratory atmosphere to a Veterans Day show at Crescent Ballroom in Phoenix.

By Olivia Khiel | November 13, 2012

‘Thanksgiving’ is the new ‘Friday’

Move over Rebecca Black. the weekend is great and all, but a song about one of the greatest holidays ever just may be better.

By Justine Pallas | November 13, 2012

Hamilton Sterling, ASU alumnus and sound effects and light designer, speaks with ASU students after a screening of "The Dark Knight." (Photo courtesy of Naveen Selladurai)

Hollywood designer, ASU alumnus holds Q&A

Hamilton Sterling, an ASU alumnus, is a sound effects and lighting designer who has worked on multiple films. His impressive cinematic repertoire includes the latest “Men in Black” movie and “The Dark Knight.”

By Lana Rogoff | November 12, 2012

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