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Ditch Music Series: How Paul Kent Helps Keep Tempe Music Alive
Discover how Paul Kent’s Ditch Music Series turned a Tempe neighborhood into a stage while paying musicians and building community through live music.
James Mattison
Oct 18 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


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
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