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AuroraZ: How a Phoenix Singer-Songwriter Found Her Voice and Started Over
Phoenix singer-songwriter AuroraZ shares how divorce, open mics, songwriting and community helped her find her voice and start over creatively.
James Mattison
Oct 309 min read


Arizona Music Scene: Les Paul Roque on Funk, Community & Open Mics
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.
James Mattison
Sep 59 min read


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
Aug 307 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


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


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


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
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