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Hives worth getting

The Hives are back. This time around, more than ever before, they are laying down the law of the land in this fading world of what is, or should be embraced as rock.

By Jonathan Fortner | June 3, 2012

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Ghost Recon: Future Soldier a refreshing break from modern shooters

In today’s market, multiplayer isn’t really an option like it used to be. Thankfully, Future Soldier’s multiplayer experience incorporates the game’s tactical atmosphere pretty well.

By Travis McKnight | June 3, 2012

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Diablo III exceeds expectations

It’s hard for a video game to live up to hype and expectations, especially when fans have been waiting several years to play it.

By Travis McKnight | June 3, 2012

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"Heaven" to your ears

Summer is coming, and while this of course means a variety of things to a variety of different groups and people, for those who enjoy starting the summer off with a great album, the release of “Heaven” by The Walkmen should be well received.

By Jonathan Fortner | May 29, 2012

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Workaholics stays weird in season premiere

Release is the only cure, and while some vices cannot cure all of life’s ails, tonight’s premiere of Comedy Central’s third season of “Workaholics” should suffice.

By Jonathan Fortner | May 28, 2012

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‘Paper!’ demonstrates the elasticity of material in art

“When visitors go through the exhibition, presently hosted in the Steele Gallery, it becomes palatable how influential the material was in giving countless artists a medium to jot down or express a variety of imagery.”

By Taylor Costello | May 27, 2012

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2012 Phoenix Comic-Con

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By Shawn Raymundo | May 27, 2012

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Gossip worth spreading

Fusing the best elements of pop, funk, disco and lacing it all in the power of rock, Gossip possesses one of the more unique and powerful sounds of the current musical landscape. Their fifth studio album “A Joyful Noise,” releases May 22.

By Jonathan Fortner | May 21, 2012

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British TV series 'Sherlock' enters third season

The series’ three 90-minute episodes allow for tremendous detail in the narrative and production, creating one of the most tightly written and fully engaging mysteries produced.

By Taylor Costello | May 21, 2012

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The Avengers assemble

“The Avengers” opens nationwide Friday after much anticipation. Find out why this movie received a review of 5 out of 5 Pitchforks making it a must see movie to kick off summer vacation.

By Jonathan Fortner | May 3, 2012

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Green Day music takes the Gammage stage in “American Idiot”

"American Idiot" chronicles the lives of three rebellious and well-intentioned youths, fed up with the tirade of government bureaucrats in a production at ASU Gammage April 24-29.

By Maria Thompson | April 26, 2012

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‘Symphony of the Goddesses’ a required adventure for Zelda fans

The performed music accurately and elegantly captures the melodies fans have come to love, all while expanding on videogame themes.

By Travis McKnight | April 23, 2012

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Electric Guest charges modern soul into ‘Mondo’

In contrast to muffled and technologically unenhanced 1960s-era sound, Electric Guest brings a modern feel to such renditions.

By Mitchell Bobman | April 23, 2012

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Jack White shares his blues in first solo album

White drops the red-white-and-black colors of his past and picks up shades of blue in his new album “Blunderbuss”

By Jocelyn Gee | April 23, 2012

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‘The Avengers’ director describes love-hate relationship

Q&A with Joss Whedon.

By Cassandra Starboard | April 23, 2012

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Bossa nova meets doom metal in “This Middle Ground”

“This Middle Ground” traverses a myriad of sonic landscapes and instrumentations as it describes a tale of lost love and its aftermath.

By Ben Scolaro | April 23, 2012

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Florence and the Machine galvanizes Phoenix

Welch’s April 20 performance transcended beyond a musical set into an opera-esque drama.

By Mitchell Bobman | April 22, 2012

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Music fans find solidarity on Record Store Day

Every store celebrates the day differently, but the commonality for all of them lies with the fans it attracts and the unique music findings.

By Taylor Costello | April 22, 2012

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One bore, not ‘One Love’

The film relies on Marley’s inspiring and remarkable accomplishments, but it could have offered a deeper look into the musician’s life and psyche.

By Jocelyn Gee | April 19, 2012

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Andrew Bird whistles way into concertgoers’ hearts

By connecting to the audience through banter and exceptional music, Bird played the roles of musician, maestro and raconteur.

By Mitchell Bobman | April 19, 2012

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