The Echo

Deafheaven's 'New Bermuda' is a stunning reminder of how to mature an innovative sound

"New Bermuda” is a voyage through gorgeously hellish landscapes with rolling hills half burnt and half bloomed.

By Nick Latona | October 3, 2015

'The Martian' turns Mars into a more thrilling place than Earth

It's a mostly upbeat time on Mars.

By Damion Julien-Rohman | October 3, 2015

'Tempe Late Night' brings fresh comedy to campus through both a live and internet show

A comedy club on campus combines live entertainment and comedy with an internet medium through a late-night style show.

By Caitlin Kierum | October 2, 2015

An abridged history of Mill Avenue: The Tempe Hardware Building

Currently, The Tempe Hardware Store is home to many studios and office buildings but most Tempe residents would recognize their latest first-floor lessees: the fun and flirty boutique Pitaya and the sassy Juut Salon & Spa.

By Tanner Stechnij | October 2, 2015

Joseph Gordon-Levitt stuns by somehow being even more punchable than previous endeavors in 'The Walk'

Ultimately, “The Walk” attempts to balance a compelling story on the shoulders of two men who have taken quite a fall from their days of glory: Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Robert Zemeckis.

By Tanner Stechnij | October 2, 2015

People paint a mural on the West campus on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015.

Calle 16 Mural Project: Building communities through art at ASU West

People from all over the valley came together to create a mural with vivid imagery celebrating Central and South American Culture, this week at West campus.

By Obie Dieke | October 2, 2015

Joyce Manor front man talks touring, Against Me! and the future of Pop-Punk.

California pop-punk band Joyce Manor talk guitar music and touring.

By Derek Loche | October 1, 2015

Award-winning poet Mark Doty talks writing on iPhones, why poetry is still important

Talking with award-winning poet Mark Doty on writing, reading and performing.

By Logan Saether | October 1, 2015

ShadeZ and DJ AmBeat work like student athletes, perform like it's a party

Two local DJs met in high school and they have stuck together and continue to support one another.

By Andrew Nicla | September 30, 2015

10 pumpkin spice flavored items the world doesn't need

Pumpkin spice and not everything nice.

By Ryan Santistevan | September 30, 2015

Clean Bandit will perform at Crescent Ballroom in Phoenix on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2015.

Clean Bandit cellist talks dance beats, 'Rather Be'

Clean Bandit cellist discusses the band's massive single "Rather Be" and her classical music roots.

By Jacob Goldstein | September 29, 2015

Trevor Noah makes smooth Daily Show debut by paying tribute to Jon Stewart

The new host of "The Daily Show" had some big shoes to fill.

By Shane Weinstein | September 29, 2015

Professor Mary Erickson poses for a portrait in her office on Monday, Sept. 28, 2015. Erickson, who specializes in research in art education, has been teaching at ASU for 48 years.

Professor Mary Erickson continues revival of art with 25 years of teaching at ASU

Art education professor Mary Erickson is a hidden ASU gem celebrating 48 years of teaching.

By Ryan Santistevan | September 28, 2015

A short guide to some of Phoenix and Tempe's best local music venues

Arizona has a bevy of excellent music venues - here are some of the best.

By Nick Latona | September 28, 2015

Kanye West closes out Summer's End Festival at Tempe Beach Park

Kanye West was announced on the bill to close out the Sunday line-up of the Summer's End music festival a few months back to general shock and awe of the local community.

By Logan Saether | September 28, 2015

Royal Blood drummer talks touring with Foo Fighters, champagne and the rockstar lifestyle

Before Royal Blood hits the stage at the Marquee Theatre Monday, find out what drummer Ben Thatcher thinks sets the band apart from other rock groups.

By Jacob Goldstein | September 27, 2015