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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Sexy meets clever in local production of 'Sex With Strangers'

"Sex With Strangers" looks at sex and relationships in the age of social media, making for a relevant and engaging performance. 

By Skylar Mason | September 27, 2015

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Phoenix Poetry Series keeps downtown Phoenix beat scene ablaze at {9} The Gallery

Founded in 2008 by Nadine Lockhart and Rosemarie Dombrowski at First Friday, the Series had humble beginnings.

By Logan Saether | September 27, 2015

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2 is a couple, 3 is 'Company' in latest Lyric Opera production

"Company" is a Tony-winning musical comedy based on music from Stephen Sondheim and a book by George Firth.

By Tanner Stechnij | September 26, 2015

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RZA-produced soundtrack can't save 'Afro Samurai 2: Revenge of Kuma' from crashing

The game achieves little while falling flat everywhere else.

By Damion Julien-Rohman | September 25, 2015

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Destructo explains why people hate 'Techno' and talks HARD Day of the Dead

Destructo is playing Friday, Sept. 25 at Urbane Manner in Scottsdale.

By Jacob Goldstein | September 25, 2015

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Soft Kill revives your inner 'sad boy' at 51 West

Soft Kill was joined by local acts Draa, Sleep Money and Body of Light on Wednesday at coffee shop, vegan restaurant and music venue 51 West in Tempe.

By Logan Saether | September 24, 2015

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Print guru Dani Locastro changes up the pattern at ASU

Fashionista Dani Locastro will print her years of design experience on ASU students. 

By Ryan Santistevan | September 24, 2015

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'Sex with Strangers' is more than shock value as ASU alumni explore technology and relationships

The play focuses on how relationships are formed in the digital age.

By Skylar Mason | September 24, 2015

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Cash Cash and Tritonal talk what it takes to be a DJ before Scottsdale show

Members of Cash Cash and Tritonal freed up some time to answer questions about what it's really like to be a DJ.

By Jacob Goldstein | September 24, 2015

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A ca-believe ASU's four a cappella groups will blow you away with their voices

Four a cappella groups that are sure to give you goose bumps 

By Ryan Santistevan | September 23, 2015

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The Muppets return to TV with cameos from Imagine Dragons, Elizabeth Banks

Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear and the rest of the gang return to TV on ABC's "The Muppets"

By Shane Weinstein | September 23, 2015

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Diamonds in the Dust: Ty Segall is the psychedelic reincarnate the world needs

Every year, the British media hand picks another “savior” for rock and roll’s supposed dying cause.

By Nick Latona | September 22, 2015

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Spoon's Jim Eno talks Summer Ends Music Festival, growing as musicians

The Dallas band Spoon gears up for a performance at Summer Ends Festival after extensive touring and cover songs. 

By Derek Loche | September 22, 2015

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'Room' proves tough story to watch, but wins big at Toronto International Film Festival

Even the most stoic of individuals may find themselves needing a tissue as the film's characters learn that escape doesn’t always mean freedom.

By Tanner Stechnij | September 22, 2015

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