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Going Indie: Chevelle finds freedom after break from Epic
Chevelle’s run of dates this April will be an opportunity to see the Chicago-area band play shows with a few twists in the set lists. Without a new album to promote, Chevelle plans to take a few liberties with the song selection, although drummer Sam Loeffler said the band won’t lose sight of what fans…
Finding Beauty in Decay: David Craighead turns desert detritus into art
David Craighead is a master of seeing beauty in decay. He walks his 10 acres of desert daily with his dog searching for what he calls “desert driftwood” — the flotsam and jetsam that lies forgotten on the ground. His prizes are saguaro boots (the curved part of saguaro skeletons), pieces of barrel cactus that…
Bashful Bandit: A backyard barbecue in the Old Pueblo
A once infamous Tucson biker bar is cooking up a new reputation. The recently opened Bashful Bandit Barbecue is all about backyard hospitality. It’s what co-owner Tobin “Toby” Kyte hopes diners will experience — a barbecue at a friend’s house, a beer or soda in hand, and everyone having a good time. Kyte, along with…
From One Idol to Another: Taylor Hicks honors Bob Seger on tour
“American Idol” season five winner Taylor Hicks is ready to play some “old time rock ‘n’ roll.” Hicks will bring a set full of his songs, “Idol” favorites and tracks by his idol, Michigander Bob Seger to the Fox Tucson Theatre on Friday, April 12. The show includes songs like “Night Moves,” Fire Lake” and…
Genesis Remembered: Music continues to inspire Steve Hackett
After growing up in the “smoke of London,” guitarist Steve Hackett “absolutely loves Arizona.” “I remember years ago, doing a tour — and this was decades ago — I went to Arizona, and I wasn’t sick,” said Hackett, who formerly played with Genesis. “It wasn’t until I went to Arizona that I felt really well.…
Operation: Tour — Geoff Tate talks performing and upcoming album
Geoff Tate is returning to Tucson. He’ll take the stage at the Rialto Theatre on Tuesday, April 16. During his 30 years as singer and primary songwriter in Queensryche, Tate never concerned himself with getting his name recognized. In fact, the names of all of the band members were largely unknown to many music fans.…
Doing it All: Rhiannon Giddens on being busy and blessed
Rhiannon Giddens is on her way to Tucson this month. She’ll be taking the stage at the Rialto Theatre on Saturday, April 27, with support from Charly Lowry. The show is another notch on the crazy ride she’s been on since releasing her 2015 solo debut “Tomorrow Is My Turn,” following her successful run with…
Illegitimate CBD market thrives on Amazon, study finds
Even though Amazon’s official policy does not allow the sale of CBD products, third party sellers do so anyway. The result? An illicit marketplace of gummies, lotions and tinctures claiming to contain CBD, boasting relief from pain, insomnia and anxiety. However, according to a recent study from CBD Oracle, a research company dedicated to improving…
Recognizing History: Mission Garden mural to be commemorated
Another Tucson mural is about to be recognized. This time will celebrate the history of the Mission Garden site, originally the Tohono O’odham village known as Cuk Son, or the birthplace of Tucson. A commemoration will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. at Mission Garden on Saturday, April 13. The artists who created the…
Backstage Pass: Julie Buck remembered through music
Julie Buck was a much-beloved member of the Tucson music community since she moved to the Old Pueblo from North Dakota in 2016. Last December, she died unexpectedly shortly after a cancer diagnosis. As a tribute to her talent, her musician peers will get together for a benefit concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 14,…
