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The Maine – XOXO: From Love & Anxiety In Real Time (Album Review)

Michele JohnsonMichele JohnsonJuly 23, 2021

Tempe, Arizona natives The Maine have grown into their own as titans of the Emo scene thanks to stints on festivals such as Warped Tour and the Bamboozle. So it’s no surprise that they dredge up some serious feels while offering slices of summer-baked nostalgia ... Read More

Developing Artist Showcase – Banana Gun

Lisa WhealyLisa WhealyMay 11, 2017

What makes a band worthy of a national spotlight? Connection to the listener is the key and Banana Gun is doing just that with their unique brand of Alternative Rock. Fronted by Kevin Loyd on vocals/guitar, with Nic Dehaan on guitar/backup vocals, Ian Breslin on drums, ... Read More

Ace Frehley & Enuff Z’Nuff Tear Through Marquee Theatre Tempe, AZ 1-27-17

Song RiverSong RiverFebruary 2, 2017

There are diehard Rock-n-Roll fans that will show up anywhere at anytime to support their favorite bands. That in mind, veteran Rockers such as Ace Frehley, often referred to by beloved KISS followers as “Spaceman” or “Space Ace,” continues to bring his unique guitar stylings to the ... Read More

Switchfoot & Relient K Excite Marquee Theatre Tempe, AZ 11-20-16

Song RiverSong RiverDecember 2, 2016

When looking for some of the most colorful and spirit-lifting Alternative Rock bands in America, where does one turn? Quite a long list to scroll through, two acts that should come to mind are none other than Switchfoot and Relient K. Unique to themselves, Southern California’s ... Read More

Black Rebel Motorcycle Club Trucks Into Marquee Theatre Tempe, AZ 10-29-16 w/ Deap Vally & Death From Above 1979

Song RiverSong RiverNovember 10, 2016

Originally named The Elements when forming back in 1998, the San Francisco, California area band quickly became known as Black Rebel Motorcycle Club (BRMC) to the Rock-n-Roll world. Taking their name from Marlon Brando’s motorcycle gang in the 1951 film The Wild One, BRMC broken down ... Read More

Violent Femmes Bring Fun To Marquee Theatre Tempe, AZ 5-3-16

Song RiverSong RiverMay 16, 2016

“We’ve always done what we wanted and how we wanted,” says Violent Femmes’ Vocalist/Guitarist Gordon Gano. He also said, “Fundamentally there’s no difference from then until now. It’s a natural continuation.” This sentiment seems to ring true throughout the life-line of the Milwaukee, Wisconsin Rock ... Read More

Tempe

The Maine – XOXO: From Love & Anxiety In Real Time (Album Review)

Developing Artist Showcase – Banana Gun

Ace Frehley & Enuff Z’Nuff Tear Through Marquee Theatre Tempe, AZ 1-27-17

Switchfoot & Relient K Excite Marquee Theatre Tempe, AZ 11-20-16

Black Rebel Motorcycle Club Trucks Into Marquee Theatre Tempe, AZ 10-29-16 w/ Deap Vally & Death From Above 1979

Violent Femmes Bring Fun To Marquee Theatre Tempe, AZ 5-3-16

The Maine – XOXO: From Love & Anxiety In Real Time (Album Review)

Developing Artist Showcase – Banana Gun

Ace Frehley & Enuff Z’Nuff Tear Through Marquee Theatre Tempe, AZ 1-27-17

Switchfoot & Relient K Excite Marquee Theatre Tempe, AZ 11-20-16

Black Rebel Motorcycle Club Trucks Into Marquee Theatre Tempe, AZ 10-29-16 w/ Deap Vally & Death From Above 1979

Violent Femmes Bring Fun To Marquee Theatre Tempe, AZ 5-3-16

This Week In Horror Movie History – Stigmata (1999)

This Week in Horror Movie History – Flash Gordon (1980)

This Week in Horror Movie History – Visiting Hours (1982)

Developing Artist Showcase – Vipërwitch

Developing Artist Showcase – Vermilia

Developing Artist Showcase – Black Smoke Trigger

Interview – Clayne Crawford & Summer Shelton

Interview – Bishop Briggs

Interview – Henry Thomas & Sarah Lind

The Native Howl – Sons of Destruction (Album Review)

The The – Ensoulment (Album Review)

Blood Star (Movie Review)