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Senses Fail brings mosh pits to The Nile

Senses Fail begins its most recent tour for their October release of “The Fire.”

By Lauren Jordan | November 11, 2010

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‘Unstoppable’ runs non-stop service toward perfection

Pitted against the proverbial rock and hard place, Washington and Pine team together to overcome the direst circumstances — even if that means risking their lives.

By Jonathan Fortner | November 11, 2010

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Harpist Joanna Newsom wows audience at Orpheum Theatre

Back on tour for her new album, “Have One on Me,” harpist Joanna Newsom has welcomed new arrangements and performers.

By Lauren Jordan | November 11, 2010

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Director Edgar Wright discusses ‘Scott Pilgrim’ movie

Initially a short film and television director in England, Edgar Wright, director of “Scott Pilgrim vs. the World”, established himself as a major talent in the U.S.

By Nick Spake | November 8, 2010

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A Perfect Circle thrills crowd in weekend shows

This September tour dates were released and new music from A Perfect Circle was finally played live for audience feedback.

By Lauren Jordan | November 7, 2010

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Cyclists film local music across country

Cross country bicyclists stop in the Valley to document local bands.

By Blake Wilson | November 7, 2010

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'Psych' writer to visit Tempe campus

“Psych-Os” will have a chance to rub elbows with ASU alumna and writer of USA Network’s hit crime comedy, Psych, Monday on ASU’s Tempe campus.

By Rachel Sutherland | November 5, 2010

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Campus Review: 'Due Date'

Britney packs for her trip as she discusses the movie "Due Date" with Ryan.

By Austin Moede | November 4, 2010

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‘Fair Game’ is interesting, well-executed movie

“Fair Game” works better as the story of a prevailing marriage, rather than a political thriller.

By Nick Spake | November 4, 2010

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‘Megamind’ is no ‘Despicable Me’

“Megamind” doesn’t have the wit or inspiration of the best contemporary animated features.

By Nick Spake | November 4, 2010

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‘127 Hours’ is extraordinary story of survival

“127 Hours” tells the true story of mountain climber Aron Ralston, who is trapped by a bolder while climbing a canyon.

By Nick Spake | November 4, 2010

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‘Due Date’ hilarious despite conventional plot

Despite what may seem to be typecasting and a generic road-trip plot, “Due Date” is one of the most hilarious films of the year.

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | November 4, 2010

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Circa Survive keeps fans after a long absence

Circa Survive had held onto their fans after a three-year hiatus, and with a new album, the boys are attracting even more listeners.

By Lauren Jordan | November 3, 2010

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‘Vibrator Play’ is full of unexpected discovery, intimacy

“In the Next Room (Or the Vibrator Play)” follows the storyline of Dr. Givings and his wife, Catherine, as Dr. Givings uses electric therapy on patients suffering from hysteria in the 1880s.

By Megan Mattox | November 2, 2010

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Poetry group Gringo Choir performs at ASU

SPTV reporter Jesseca Zwerg talks with the performers of the Gringo Choir, a touring theatrical poetry group that recently performed at ASU's Tempe campus.

By Jesseca Zwerg | November 1, 2010

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Jimmy Eat World throws Halloween performance for home state

Hosting quite possibly the best Halloween party of the weekend, Mesa band Jimmy Eats World visits its home state.

By Lauren Jordan | November 1, 2010

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Q&A with Ted Organ of local band Darkness Dear Boy

Local bands are easy to come by in Tempe. Darkness Dear Boy tells The State Press why they’re different from all the rest.

By Alicia Diaz | November 1, 2010

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‘Dead Rising 2’ more confident than predecessor

“Dead Rising 2” is out, and it is significantly more playable than the previous version.

By Adam Burch | November 1, 2010

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Rally to Restore Sanity and/or Fear draws crowd, but fails to sizzle

The Rally to Restore Sanity and/or Fear, hosted by Comedy Central pundits Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert, set up camp on the National Mall.

By Jonathan Fortner | October 31, 2010

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ASU students perform with Ballet AZ

ASU students join students around the globe in performing with Ballet AZ.

By Vivian Padilla | October 31, 2010

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