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North Mountain Brewing Open Mic Review: A Phoenix Listening Room With Great Community
Our North Mountain Brewing open mic review covers signup, sound, parking, crowd and what musicians can expect Tuesday nights in Phoenix.
James Mattison
6 hours ago7 min read


Live Looping for Solo Musicians: Bruce Bytes on Gear, Songwriting and the Arizona Music Scene
Live looping musician Bruce Bytes shares gear, MIDI sync, songwriting, practice, and lessons from Arizona's music scene on The Desert Vibe Podcast. live looping for solo musicians
James Mattison
2 days ago8 min read


Arizona BBQ Shack Open Mic Review: BBQ, Live Music, and Community in Scottsdale
Our Arizona BBQ Shack open mic review covers signup, sound, food, parking, performers and why this Scottsdale music community stands out.
James Mattison
7 days ago10 min read


Linger Longer Lounge Open Mic Review: A Laid-Back Monday Night in Phoenix
Our Linger Longer Lounge open mic review covers signup, sound, crowd, food, parking and what musicians can expect on Monday nights in Phoenix.
James Mattison
Aug 168 min read


Arizona Creative Community: Melissa Farley & Marshall Shore on Local Stories and Music
Melissa Farley and Marshall Shore explore Arizona’s creative community, positive local media, Phoenix music venues, open mics, and local culture.
James Mattison
Aug 108 min read


Tempe Center for the Arts Open Mic Review: Why Walk-in Wednesdays Is One of Arizona’s Most Special Open Mics
Our Tempe Center for the Arts open mic review covers sign-up, sound, parking, crowd, Walt Richardson and why musicians keep coming back.
James Mattison
Aug 1015 min read


SoZo Coffeehouse Open Mic Review: A Serious Chandler Stage for Arizona Musicians
A musician’s review of the SoZo Coffeehouse open mic in Chandler, with details on the stage, sound, sign-up, crowd, and local music vibe.
James Mattison
Aug 19 min read


Tempe Singer-Songwriter Joey Gutos on Storytelling, Music Videos, and Arizona Inspiration
Tempe singer-songwriter Joey Gutos discusses storytelling, cinematic music videos, Arizona inspiration, collaboration, and life as an indie artist.
James Mattison
Aug 112 min read


Arizona Artist Deon Doughty on Creativity, Comedy, Music, and AI
Meet Arizona artist Deon Doughty and explore his work in art, comedy, music, AI, and the creative communities shaping Phoenix and Tempe.
James Mattison
Aug 19 min read


Arizona Singer-Songwriter Eric Douglas on Songwriting, Recording, and Finding Inspiration in the Desert
Arizona singer-songwriter Eric Douglas discusses lyric writing, home recording, musical instruments and finding inspiration in the desert.
James Mattison
Jul 179 min read


Arizona Live Music Scene: Amy Hansen on Open Mics, Community, and The Dark Side
Explore Arizona’s live music scene with Amy Hansen, from Tempe open mics and community benefits to Native American flute music and local venues.
James Mattison
Jul 169 min read


Schnepf Farms Open Mic Review: A Queen Creek Live Music Night That Feels Like an Arizona Oasis
A musician’s review of the Schnepf Farms open mic in Queen Creek, with details on the vibe, sound, sign-up, food, drinks, and originals.
James Mattison
Jul 610 min read


Diana Lee Messana and the Phoenix Music Scene: Jazz, Blues, Mentorship, and Arizona Live Music
Diana Lee Masana shares her Arizona music story, from family roots and mentorship to Phoenix jazz, blues, studios, and live music. Phoenix music scene
James Mattison
Jun 268 min read


Arizona Music Scene Spotlight: PTNA, Songwriting, Nature, and the Courage to Perform
Explore PTNA’s journey through the Arizona music scene, songwriting, open mics, nature, and live performance on Desert Vibe Podcast.
James Mattison
Jun 217 min read


Chuck Hall on the Arizona Music Scene, Blues Guitar, and Building a Life in Live Music
Blues guitarist Chuck Hall shares stories from the Arizona music scene, Phoenix live music, creative reinvention, and free range guitar.
James Mattison
Jun 127 min read


Tempe Live Music, Mill Avenue, and City Culture with Mayor Corey Woods
Tempe Mayor Corey Woods discusses live music, Mill Avenue, community leadership, public spaces, and the future of downtown Tempe.
James Mattison
Jun 58 min read


Phoenix Jazz Radio, Public Broadcasting, and the Legacy of Blaise Lantana
Blaise Lantana reflects on KJZZ, Phoenix jazz radio, songwriting, sobriety, and what it means to serve a music community.
James Mattison
Jun 57 min read


Laura Joy Musician Interview: From the Phoenix Music Scene to the Los Angeles Music Community
Laura Joy talks Phoenix, LA, women in music, acoustic guitar, DIY touring, and building a sustainable singer-songwriter career.
James Mattison
May 227 min read


Arizona Music Scene: Tim Sadow on Violin, Collaboration, and the Power of Live Music
Explore the Arizona music scene with violinist Tim Sadow, from live collaboration and session work to AI, authenticity, and community.
James Mattison
May 196 min read


Arizona Live Music, Artist Pay, and Arts Advocacy with Sandra Bassett
Sandra Bassett joins Desert Vibe to discuss Arizona live music, artist pay, BIPOC Arts, Motown, and why artists need business skills.
James Mattison
May 118 min read
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