Opinion

METROnome: Homeless teenager prepares to release EP

While living in a homeless shelter, singer Angelo Thal met his current manager. On March 23, Thal will be releasing his first single, “The Difference.”

METROnome: The Avett Brothers take the cake at McDowell Mountain

While amazing local selections were made, this year differed from the last as national musicians did not allow local artists to outshine their big names.

In the Details: ‘Turtles Cry When They Fly’ illuminates truth about war with melting...

Azi Amiri's "Turtles Cry When They Fly," an art installation that consists of a projector shining through a sugar sculpture being melted by dripping water and body heat, explores themes of humanity's relationship with war.

METROnome: Ron Pope & the Nighthawks deliver at Crescent

Ron Pope was already a powerful songwriter, but in a live performance setting, all of his band members proved themselves to be innovators.

METROnome: Ron Pope wants you to go home ‘sweaty and smiling’ after Sunday’s concert

Ron Pope will be performing with his recently added band, The Nighthawks, at Crescent Ballroom. Fans can expect a high-energy show with old and new music.

Curtain Critic: ‘Evita’ at Phoenix Theatre is nothing special

Phoenix Theatre’s rendition of “Evita” was tough to follow due to its difficulty evoking the context of the historical events the story is based around.

METROnome: Top picks for Viva PHX

For those attending the Viva PHX music festival next Saturday, our columnist offers her list of must-see acts.

Downtown Angels: Arts activist organizes poetry reading honoring Black History Month

Arizona Consortium for the Arts, the nonprofit organization, held a poetry reading in honor of Black History Month.

Metronome: The Outer Vibe to touch down at Last Exit Live Thursday night

Despite being based in snowy Michigan, the band The Outer Vibe produces surf pop music, and will bring its summery sound to Last Exit Live Thursday night.

A Tailored Place: Five places to shop for clothing in downtown Phoenix

Our columnist rounds up her favorite clothing stores downtown. Whether you need an interview outfit or trendy vintage top, one of these should do the trick.