The Echo

Badu back with a bang

Artist- Erykah Badu; Album- New Amerykah Part Two (Return of the Ankh); Record Label- Control Freaq Records; 3.5 out 5 Pitchforks

By Lenni Rosenblum | April 5, 2010

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Wu-Tang trio returns with no-nonsense album

Artist- Method Man, Ghostface Killah & Raekwon; Album- Wu Massacre; Record Label- Def Jam Recordings; 4 out of 5 Pitchforks

By David Robles | April 5, 2010

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Disney on Ice

The athleticism of figure skating combined magical world of Disney.

By Isaac Easley | April 5, 2010

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Herberger students showcase work at Arcapalooza

An art festival put on by the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts showcasing student's best work.

By Jessica Heigh | April 4, 2010

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Q&A: New, up-and-coming artists Jonathan Tyler & the Northern Lights

From the SXSW Festival to an upcoming rock cruise, Jonathan Tyler & the Northern Lights are springing up all over the music map. Their debut album, “Pardon Me,” will be released at the end of April.

By Lenni Rosenblum | March 30, 2010

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Astatke ‘Steps Ahead,’ steps his game up

Ethiopia’s jazz king Mulatu Astatke comes back with a new style that feels wilder and more loose than anything he has done before.

By David Robles | March 30, 2010

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Talent just shines on Brighten’s ‘Be Human’

But above all else what perplexes me the most — befuddles me, even — is how Chico, Calif.,-based band Brighten can remain so criminally underrated.

By Jake Fournier | March 30, 2010

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Q&A: Comedian, actor, talk show host Tom Green

"Tom Green is by no means your average comedian. In just 28 short years, he went from a near-typical Canadian to an American cultural icon via 'The Tom Green Show.'

By Dane Jarvie | March 29, 2010

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The Nadas' ‘Almanac’ worth a listen year round

Artist - The Nadas Album - Almanac Record Label - Authentic Records 4 out 5 pitchforks

By Lenni Rosenblum | March 27, 2010

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Film about China's first feminist coming to campus

On Saturday, the Chinese Language Flagship Partner Program will host a free screening of the independent film “Autumn Gem.”

By Chelsea Brown | March 26, 2010

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Independent film ‘Calvin Marshall’ tries new approach, aids local charities

It’s hard to be an independent film during these rough economic times.

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | March 24, 2010

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Fine arts student gaining recognition with paparazzi-inspired work

Peter Bugg is causing a stir at ASU with his paparazzi-inspired art.

By Chelsea Brown | March 23, 2010

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Blank News: Gillette decries Hollywood sexy depictions of beards

Gillette files a cease and desist to Hollywood for their representation of beards as sexy.

By Matthew Levy | March 23, 2010

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Trailer Treasure: A Shark Jumpers Sketch and 'Tron Legacy'

Mo Levy and Cedric Welton review "Tron Legacy," but are interrupted by the echoes of their possible futures. Are these glimmers of the inevitable the very catalyst for the fate they portray?

By Matthew Levy | March 23, 2010

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Q&A: NeverShoutNever! recording artist Christofer Ingle

After emerging on the music scene in 2008 through MySpace, NeverShoutNever! is the alias of Christofer Drew Ingle, a Joplin, Missouri native.

By Lauren Jordan | March 22, 2010

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Hoodlums owner sees future for music store in digital world

Seeing blessings in disguise is nothing new for Steve Wiley, owner of Hoodlums Music & Movies.

By Alex Foote | March 21, 2010

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Romantic comedy ‘She’s Out of My League’ forgets the funny

This unfortunate soul was hungry for a fresh, fun romantic comedy. “She’s Out of My League,” a DreamWorks film starring Jay Baruchel and Alice Eve, was close but no cigar.

By Alex Foote | March 12, 2010

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Q&A: UFC and ‘Fear Factor’ host, stand-up comedian Joe Rogan

The State Press caught up with Rogan before the first of three gigs he will do at the Tempe Improv this weekend, discussing life, UFC and conspiracies.

By Dane Jarvie | March 12, 2010

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'Fang Island' brings the party

Artist- Fang Island Album- Fang Island Record Label- Sargent House 3.5 out of 5 Pitchforks

By Jake Fournier | March 12, 2010

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Ten coffee shops to try over spring break

Feel like trying out a few new coffee shops over spring break? Here’s a list of the top 10 local establishments you should definitely give a try.

By Chelsea Brown | March 12, 2010

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