

Language Barriers
Bilingual education is still a divisive issue in Arizona’s schools.
Dead Men Don’t Vote
Or sign Justice of the Peace candidate Armando Ronquillo’s petitions, a court rules.
French Bliss
Did I tell you about the last time I saw Paris?
Snakes and Sidewinders
Summer, inept politicians and corporate greed abound, but baseball is here and autumn is coming.
On the Bus
A note from the editor.
Cheap Thrills
Fun things to do that won’t cost a fortune.
City Week
Les Yeux Noir… Drift down Dream Street… Rattlesnake secrets… And more!
Soundbites
Lydia Lunch… Spaceboy… Jim White solo with machines… And more!
Star Power
With depth and lyrical richness, Suzanne Vega’s music reflects her uniqueness.
Buddy Up to the Music
Marlee MacLeod sounds like the best friend you wish you had–funny, warm, whip smart, insightful but absolutely never preachy, and immensely supportive of the occasional inclination to — nap. She also has a way with a breakup song. Her new release, Like Hollywood, is loaded with them in the wake of a long-term relationship. Neither…
Cool and Wet
The photographers of Flashflood deluge downtown.
Deutsch Treat
German traditions now shape George Hanson’s conducting.
Music of the Night
A new collection of lyrical poetry sounds good but is too polished to be convincing.
On The Bus
What a long, strange trip it is on SunTran. Is it time you took the ride?
Ain’t That a Man
New bio offers a refreshingly straightforward look at the life of Muddy Waters.
Mailbag
Howls of outrage and squeals of delight from our astonished fans.
Shake and Bake
Fire-breathing dragons stir up trouble in the battle-torn Earth of the future.
The Skinny
Green with envy… Just the facts, please… Judge Susie… And more!






