DESERT STORIES

FRANKIE AND THE WITCH FINGERS and IGUANA DEATH CULT brought a wild night of psychedelic garage rock to The Rebel Lounge in Phoenix on their “Bug Out” tour. Fans packed the venue, moshing and crowd surfing through high-energy sets featuring tracks from “Trash Classic” and beyond. With blazing guitars, pounding rhythms, and onstage chaos, the night turned into a full-blown rock spectacle that left the crowd buzzing.

Almost two months after our initial investigation into cannabis brand Pressure Extracts and their launch in Arizona, the rabbit hole goes deeper as we dive into their product Certificate of Analyses and how much money truly drives the Arizona cannabis industry.

Colorado cannabis brand Green Dot Labs soft-launched in Arizona late July with limited product drops and an exclusive event at Bud's Glass Joint + a review of the Dali and Paloma pre-rolls.

“Hell House LLC: Lineage" is the ultimate test of franchise loyalty, and surprisingly, it mostly passes. For longtime fans, it's a dense, reference-heavy finale that rewards your dedication. For everyone else, it's homework you never signed up for, but the craftsmanship is undeniable.

Bud Bros' Big Cloud all-in-one vape absolutely delivers on what it promises. If you want serious vapor production from a disposable and you're okay with going through oil faster to get it, this thing works really well. The build quality feels solid, the user experience is thoughtful, and the performance genuinely impressive.

In-depth review of Bud Bros' innovative, first-ever portable dab device, the PuffGo V2.

I've been sleeping on Rove  for way too long, and now I'm basically ready to tattoo their logo on my forehead (kidding, but only barely....

As Pride Weekend arrives in Flagstaff, DJ Quick Kay reflects on the music that shaped our queer journeys—from Lady Gaga’s empowering anthem to riot grrrl rage and QTPOC trailblazers who made space for us all. Local LGBTQ+ artists share the songs that move them, heal them, and make them dance. Celebrate Pride through the playlists of resistance, love, and joy with live events and heartfelt stories from our community.

ANCHIKO's long-lost EP D>E>A>T>H>M>E>T>A>L, once discovered on 4chan, led to their cult revival and a packed live show in Tempe, AZ. Joined by ALISON’S HALO and viral act FLYINGFISH, the Marquee Theatre show featured surreal visuals, nostalgic shoegaze, and emotional fan energy. From thrift store CD to viral fame, PANCHIKO’s journey proves the internet can resurrect forgotten music.