Some of the boys from Limbeck are back with a new band named The Young Dudes and they have a Christmas song for you. The band has so far only played one show that I am aware of but have a few more lined up. They have posted online the first song anyone has heard … Continue reading “I Got Nothing Cool” Christmas song by The Young Dudes
I’m fortunate to have gotten to know Jason Sukut a bit during his time as keyboard player/backup singer/all-around entertainer during his time in Source Victoria. Though he and the band recently parted ways, Sukut continues to lead his main project, Tempe pop-rock outfit Domo. The band is celebrating a CD release on Saturday at Yucca … Continue reading Saturday night: Domo CD release show
We’re quickly finding that the effects of the heinous SB 1070 immigration law aren’t limited to the political arena. Whether it’s sports protests or bands deciding to bypass Arizona, this law is going to touch each of us in one way or another. As someone who is a bit embarrassed to claim Arizona these days, … Continue reading Phoenix New Times puts out call for protest songs
Sometimes, the most obvious answer is right in front of your face. I went around and around, mentally juggling my favorite songs of the year – all of which were great but none of which really stood out above the rest. In a year that I felt was just sorta “eh,” singling out one track … Continue reading Favorite song of 2009
I’ve gone on and on and on already about Neko Case’s new one, Middle Cyclone. So why stop now? Neko took her act to The Interface over at Spinner for an interview and a few songs. Below is the first single, People Got a Lotta Nerve. And I don’t mean to offend, but does Neko … Continue reading Neko Case performs on The Interface
This Last year, I asked a few Phoenix-area musicians/people of interest for their year-end, best-of lists for 2008: albums, songs, whatever. This installment comes from friend/former co-worker/music lover Nick Piecoro, who covers the Arizona Diamondbacks for The Arizona Republic. Since I’m not a musician, I’m guessing I fall into the “people of interest†category only … Continue reading Guest list: Nick Piecoro (The Arizona Republic)
This Last year, I asked a few Phoenix-area musicians/people of interest for their year-end, best-of lists for 2008: albums, songs, whatever. This installment comes from Yolanda Bejarano, a longtime Valley musician who now performs her indie-folk stylings under the name Snow Songs. 1. Dr. Dog — Fate 2. Miles Benjamin Anthony Robinson — self-titled 3. … Continue reading Guest list: Snow Songs
Local artist and art teacher Chad Knapp is organizing a benefit show to help keep Art One gallery open in Scottsdale. In Chad’s own words: “The gallery has helped countless young artists and schools, please come down and see the bands and the art work. The gallery is going to start setting up shows and … Continue reading Jan. 23: Art One benefit show
This year, I’ve asked a few Phoenix-area musicians/people of interest for their year-end, best-of lists: albums, songs, whatever. This installment comes from Jason Woodbury, who plays in (at least) two great local bands – Cardiac Party and Hands on Fire – contributes to Tiny Mix Tapes and manages the Zia Records store in Chandler, which … Continue reading Guest list: Jason Woodbury (Hands on Fire/
Cardiac Party)
This year, I’ve asked a few Phoenix-area musicians/people of interest for their year-end, best-of lists: albums, songs, whatever. This installment comes from Zachary James Dodds, who played guitar in the Via Maris and whose solo EP, One More Life, I reviewed for the Phoenix New Times. Zach gives us a fresh take on a year-end … Continue reading Guest list: Zachary James Dodds