The Echo

GLOWfest at ASU promises unforgettable show

This Thursday, the Future Promoters of America will be presenting GLOWfest, a music event headlined by electro house producer Avicii and hip hop duo Chiddy Bang.

By Tom Kuipers | September 19, 2011

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Q&A: Matt Johnson of Matt and Kim

First dating and then moving on to music, Matt & Kim have been indie-pop sensations for years now. The State Press spoke with Matt Johnson about their recent track and life on the road.

By Lauren Jordan | September 18, 2011

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Trevor Hall shakes up north Scottsdale with reggae rock

Trevor Hall made his way through north Scottsdale, playing to a crowded house Thursday night at The Compound Grill.

By Taylor Brooks | September 18, 2011

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Daniel Tosh brings viral comedy to ASU

Daniel Tosh filmed an episode of his Comedy Central show, “Tosh.0,” Thursday night after selecting ASU as the winner of his College Campus Invasion contest.

By Brennan Smith | September 15, 2011

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Q&A: Jeffrey C. Sousa from ‘West Side Story’

The iconic musical, ‘West Side Story,’ is on its way to ASU Gammage. Jeffrey C. Sousa, who plays Bolo, spoke with The State Press about his role, the tour and his background.

By Megan Mattox | September 15, 2011

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Mickey Avalon celebrates 'Rock Bottom'

To celebrate an upcoming EP, Avalon graciously dropped a video for the lounged out, “drive it ‘til the wheels come off” anthem, “Rock Bottom.”

By Taylor Brooks | September 14, 2011

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Q&A: Sean Avery Medlin

In an exclusive interview with The State Press, spoken word artist Sean Avery Medlin explained the meanings and challenges of his art form.

By Mary Richardson | September 14, 2011

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'True Blood' a polarizing, wildly entertaining show

"True Blood" has already been picked up for a fifth season, but is the show as good as it used to be or has it gone too far off the deep end?

By Tom Kuipers and Jocelyn Gee | September 14, 2011

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Bon Iver and Fleet Foxes join forces for Phoenix-only show

With Bon Iver and Fleet Foxes playing side by side for this one time only, it appears to be a great time to be living in the desert.

By Jocelyn Gee | September 13, 2011

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Mockumentaries offer a unique sense of wit

Mock documentaries, or “mockumentaries,” have been rapidly growing in popularity over the past few years. Season premieres of the big three are coming up quick, and there are differing opinions on this format of television.

By Kelli Stark | September 13, 2011

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Initiative gives art students business skills

The p.a.v.e. Program at the Herberger Institute gives students opportunities to make their own entrepreneurial projects.

By Julia Shumway | September 12, 2011

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California rock band Girls creates divine new album

With hints of Beach Boys, The Rolling Stones and even Beyoncé, San Francisco indie-rock duo Girls has composed a surprisingly innovative new album.

By Jocelyn Gee | September 12, 2011

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Lady Antebellum returns with “Owns the Night”

“Own the Night,” the third record from country trio Lady Antebellum, is poised to possess more than just the night.

By Carole Murphy | September 12, 2011

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‘When Pop Culture Saved America’ a fresh look at 9/11

We all know what happened on Sept. 11. The footage of old news coverage and photographs of the chaos on that fateful day won’t soon be forgotten.

By Carole Murphy | September 11, 2011

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Black Cactus Records works to better the Phoenix music community

Black Cactus Records has devoted itself to the resolution of issues in the Phoenix music community.

By Taylor Brooks | September 8, 2011

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Top five best used songs in television

A quality television show understands that even with a great cast, brilliant writing or tons of hype, it will not truly succeed without one main element — music.

By Kelli Stark | September 8, 2011

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'Science, Poetry and the Photographic Image' an intriguing artistic combination

The pieces in the “Science, Poetry, and the Photographic Image” exhibition combine science and art.

By Mary Richardson | September 8, 2011

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‘Contagion’ proves to be frighteningly realistic

Steven Soderbergh’s latest film, “Contagion” may seem cliché, but with top-notch acting, realistic storylines, and a terrifying premise, audiences everywhere will catch the “Contagion” bug.

By Jocelyn Gee | September 8, 2011

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Video: College Humor comes to ASU

By Allyson Berger and Clayton Porter | September 7, 2011

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“Dead Island” squanders potential with technical flaws

“Dead Island” had a ton of potential and, given a little more time, could have been a great game, but it's simply too tough to get through.

By Tom Kuipers | September 7, 2011

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