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Mesa, Ariz. — Stabbing Westward has been rocking out for more than 30 years, but the energy they brought to the intimate Club Red was dynamic, like they were fledglings on their first tour. They brought 90s rock nostalgia to the crowd gathered inside the ...Read More
Anti-Melody by American Standards Anti-Melody by American Standards Phoenix-based hardcore punk-infused metal band American Standards is known for their "piss and vinegar" sound, boasting a well-crafted amalgamation of heavy-handed, technical instrumentals, and brutal yet poetic lyrics that confront societal divides such as corporate greed, media ...Read More
Lindsey Stirling - Photo Credit: Katherine Amy Vega
PHOENIX — It was nearly Christmas Eve as Lindsey Stirling’s fans gathered at Comerica Theatre. Donning their Santa caps and winter scarves, they fell down the rabbit hole that is the visually stunning show on the Warmer in the Winter tour. The last show on ...Read More
Lita Ford - Photo by Mark Greenawalt, Burning Hot Events
Scottsdale, Ariz. — Lita Ford and her band performed their last show of 2017 in Scottsdale at BLK Live on Saturday, December 16. Closing out the night after two opening acts, Dead West and Shadow and the Thrill. Ford still has it, because she never ...Read More
PHOENIX —  In the brisk evening air of December 1st, fans waited outside the Marquee Theatre in eager anticipation.  It was Friday night and fans were ready to throw their weekday woes away and get ready to listen to the raw sounds awaiting them.  On ...Read More
The Maine - Photo Credit: Katherine Amy Vega
PHOENIX — Visibly and audibly enthusiastic for their homecoming, and impressed by the new The Van Buren music venue, The Maine put on a show that was both charged and endearing for their close-knit fans. They are a great example of a local band that ...Read More
Miss Krystle recently released her new EP Inevitable earlier this fall. As Arizona cools down from a particularly “Cruel Summer,” and as the US at large continues to struggle with obstacles across the board, Inevitable is a breath of fresh air ready to bring a ...Read More
Since Burning Hot Events reviewed Jane N' The Jungle's "Shake Me Out" music video in June 2016, immediately following our photo shoot of their music video premiere show, the band has grown by leaps and bounds. It is evident that Jane N' The Jungle has tenaciously pursued ...Read More
Swindy - Photo credit: Channing Yazzie
It takes a great deal of tenacity, creativity, business savviness, drive and vision in today's world of entrepreneurship. The music industry is well acquainted with these core elements being a must for artists to obtain their goals. The fascinating thing, though, is the variety of ...Read More
EVENT POSTPONED: "FermataMediaGroupLLC are all about Giving Back to our community of musicians and creators. If we can't give you value, we'll adjust and make whatever effort is needed to make it better. We had an event scheduled for December 3rd in Phoenix, AZ. The ...Read More
PHOENIX — Pop recording artist Miss Krystle has just released the six-song EP Inevitable as the follow up to her successful Woman In Motion CD. This night was a showcase of the new songs along with an offering of music from her first three studio ...Read More
Thrice - Photo Credit: Katherine Amy Vega
TEMPE, Ariz. — On November 5th the Marquee Theatre was bustling with life as fans waited outside its doors. Originally the Thrice and Circa Survive co-headlining show was to be at Mesa Amphitheatre, but a few weeks prior the show was moved to the Marquee. Due to ...Read More
Nothing More - Photo Credit: Katherine Amy Vega
PHOENIX — Nothing More put on an explosive performance in Phoenix Wednesday night at the city's eye-catching new venue, The Van Buren; named in honor of the historic Martin Van Buren. Once inside, it was a pretty swanky setup: grandiose crystal chandeliers dripping from the ceiling, ...Read More
Infected Mushroom - Photo Credit: Ken Kendall
Phoenix — Infected Mushroom's tenth studio album Return To The Sauce had fans rushing the streets of downtown Phoenix Friday night to secure a spot inside Monarch Theatre for a special DJ set. One-of-a-kind beats could be felt vibrating out of the dance club as ...Read More
Evanescence - Photo Credit: Katherine Amy Vega
  PHOENIX — Evanescence brought a whole new level to their performance by teaming up with several orchestras around the US and Canada to promote their new album with the “Synthesis Live” Tour. The band’s fourth album Synthesis is set to be released in the ...Read More
PHOENIX — Electronic indie pop duo MRCH did not disappoint as they rocked out with the crowd at their album release party at Valley Bar on Saturday night. MRCH (pronounced "march") filled the venue with aesthetically pleasing visuals and entrancing music. Drummer Jesse Pangburn’s, sparkly ...Read More

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