Arizona Music Scene

Mark Zubia explores the Tempe sound, Mill Avenue music history, songwriting, major labels, and the community that shaped Arizona rock.

Our Expressions at ASU Gammage review covers performing on the iconic stage, signup, sound, community artists and what future performers should know.

Singer-songwriter Sue Schnitzer shares how open mics, songwriting, travel, and community turned retirement into a 100,000-mile musical adventure.

Arizona songwriter Matthew Moyer shares how music carried him through Marine Corps deployments and led to a community built around original songs.

Celebrate the Desert Vibe Podcast’s first anniversary with live music, collaborations, and community at North Mountain Brewing.

Discover how Paul Kent’s Ditch Music Series turned a Tempe neighborhood into a stage while paying musicians and building community through live music.

Our Icons Sports Grill open mic review covers signup, sound, stage, crowd, parking and what musicians can expect Wednesday nights in Gilbert.

A musician’s review of the YRHAP Second Saturdays Open Mic in Casa Grande, with details on the stage, sound, vibe, and all-arts community.

William Stafford of Window Business talks modern blues, songwriting, genre, authenticity, recording, and finding creative freedom beyond labels.

Our Vino Di Sedona open mic review covers sign-up, sound, food, patio atmosphere, and what musicians can expect on Thursday nights.

Hans Olson shares Arizona music history, road stories, guitar lessons and the memories behind his new book, Arizona Troubadour.

Our Coyote Oaties open mic review covers signup, sound, food, parking, crowd and why this Glendale listening room is worth discovering.

Explore the Arizona music scene with Les Paul Roque, from funk and Philly soul to open mics, jam sessions, and music communities across the state.