@EdMasley

Got through birth and school. Still doing work. Not looking forward to the death part. Pop music critic at http://t.co/Xu0k6QsD and the Arizona Republic.

 Phoenix, AZ
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Joined June 2010
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The Replacement's 'Tim' is as powerful an evocation of working class life as any by Springsteen or Pulp. Resentment and joy dwell in nearly every detail: bus route-courtships, scared-but-stalwart-single-mothers and the watering holes where every night dreams both blossom and die.
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Dan Nowicki@dannowickiOct 15
"Phoenix Symphony forced to cancel hip-hop concert. Here's what we know." (via @EdMasley) azcentral.com/story/entertai…

Phoenix Symphony forced to cancel hip-hop concert. Here's what we know

The Phoenix Symphony was forced to cancel a concert featuring the music of Tupac Shakur and the Notorious B.I.G. What we know.

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The Joeys@JoeysBandOct 14
Check out this great article from Ed Masley about this weekend's Mesa Music Festival! If you want to catch a set from The Joeys, we'll be on the Mesa Arts Center Alliance Stage Friday at 9PM and Saturday we'll be on the Main Stage at 1PM. See you there!
Ed Masley@EdMasleyOct 13
"When I first started doing this thing in Mesa, everybody would say, ‘Why Mesa? Why Mesa?’ And I was always like, ‘Why not?’" Spoke to the organizer of @mesamusicfest as it returns this weekend with more free concerts. Read more at @azcentral azcentral.com/story/entertai…

Huge free music festival returns to metro Phoenix. What to expect

P.O.D., DJ Muggs and dozens of emerging acts are headed to downtown Mesa. Inside the free festival built around discovery, community and big ambitions

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Dan Nowicki@dannowickiSep 30
"'60s music icon cancels Phoenix concert hours before showtime." (via @EdMasley) azcentral.com/story/entertai…

'60s music icon cancels Phoenix concert due to travel restrictions

A music icon who rose to fame in the '60s will not take the stage as planned at the Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix due to unforeseen travel restriction.

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Dan Nowicki@dannowickiSep 27
Go Big Pete: “Phoenix blues icon turns 90. He isn't ready to stop shouting the blues.” (via @EdMasley) azcentral.com/story/entertai…

Phoenix blues icon turns 90. He isn't ready to stop shouting the blues

Big Pete Pearson is celebrating his 90th birthday and 80 years of shouting the blues, having shared a stage with Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf and more.

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Dan Nowicki@dannowickiSep 22
"Beloved Phoenix blues guitarist Carvin Jones has died at 60." (via @EdMasley) azcentral.com/story/entertai…

Beloved Phoenix blues guitarist Carvin Jones has died at 60

Beloved Phoenix blues guitarist Carvin Jones, The King of Strings, died Sunday. Jones announced in April 2025 that he'd been diagnosed with cancer.

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Dan Nowicki@dannowickiSep 15
"Popular Phoenix musician posts antisemitic comments on 9/11." (via @EdMasley) azcentral.com/story/entertai…

Popular Phoenix band removes member after antisemitic 9/11 rant

A popular cumbia fusion band from Phoenix, Las Calakas, has parted ways with the percussionist who shared an antisemitic Instagram post on Sept. 11.

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Dan Nowicki@dannowickiSep 14
The group is Squeeze: "How these UK rock legends finally gave their 'little selves' a voice." (via @EdMasley) azcentral.com/story/entertai…

How these UK rock legends finally gave their 'little selves' a voice

Glenn Tilbrook and Chris Difford wrote the new Squeeze album, "Trixies," as teens and shelved the songs for 50 years. Here's what brought them back.

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Listen up. I made a bond with my fans to only share the straight dope. I knew very well that went I went on a house tour with my friend Lisa Walker from Wussy, there would be full transparency about ticket sales from the midwest to NYC. Here's the update. undertowshows.com/collection…
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Ed Masley@EdMasleySep 3
I agree with Linda Ronstadt, who said of Dolly Parton's passing that "the world is a poorer place without her." A true American hero. Here's a story I did about Dolly and Linda for @azcentral. May she rest in peace. azcentral.com/story/entertai…

Linda Ronstadt mourns Dolly Parton. How they made music history

Linda Ronstadt "deeply saddened by the passing of my friend, Dolly Parton." Ronstadt says, "The world is a poorer place without her."

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Dan Nowicki@dannowickiAug 31
“Famed Phoenix concert promoter is selling 50 years of music history.” (via @EdMasley) azcentral.com/story/entertai…

Famed Phoenix concert promoter is selling 50 years of music history

Danny Zelisko is looking to downsize. The famed Phoenix concert promoter is selling a lifetime of memorabilia on eBay at Danny Zelisko's Closet.

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Dan Nowicki@dannowickiAug 26
"How a local kid became a voice for Phoenix's 'underrated' music scene." (via @EdMasley) azcentral.com/story/entertai…

How a local kid became a voice for Phoenix's 'underrated' music scene

DJ Mo Rodriguez is celebrating 10 years of Homegrown with Mo! on Alt AZ 93.3, an hour-long specialty show devoted to the Phoenix music scene.

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Dan Nowicki@dannowickiAug 25
"Linda Ronstadt mourns Dolly Parton. How they made music history." (via @EdMasley) azcentral.com/story/entertai…

Linda Ronstadt mourns Dolly Parton. How they made music history

Linda Ronstadt "deeply saddened by the passing of my friend, Dolly Parton." Ronstadt says, "The world is a poorer place without her."

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Announcing a new joint podcast in advance of the forthcoming Lisa Walker-Elizabeth Nelson house tour in September and parts of October: "Well, Actually..." You inquire, and we give you answers. Ask about old music, old movies, recipes and bands. Leave a question in the comments.
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Dan Nowicki@dannowickiAug 20
"The Who isn't done 'by any means,' singer says on eve of solo tour." (via @EdMasley) azcentral.com/story/entertai…

The Who isn't done 'by any means,' singer says on eve of solo tour

Roger Daltrey reflects on his life with The Who, the prospect of new music with Pete Townshend, and more ahead of a solo tour launching in Phoenix.

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Mega Ran
@MegaRanAug 7
Had an absolute blast playing acoustic versions of some of my jams!!
Ed Masley@EdMasleyAug 7
Absolutely thrilled to share this video of @MegaRan unplugged, which I am told is a career first, in the latest @azcentral edition of the @USATODAY Acoustic Series along with a fresh interview about his life in Phoenix. A fantastic live performance!! azcentral.com/story/entertai…

Phoenix helped a hip-hop artist find his true voice. Here's how

Mega Ran played a USA TODAY Acoustic concert and reflected on the 20th anniversary of him ditching Philadelphia for Phoenix in an exclusive interview.

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Dan Nowicki@dannowickiAug 1
The ZONE is back: "Forgotten Phoenix radio station is reborn. Inside its unlikely revival." (via @EdMasley) azcentral.com/story/entertai…

Forgotten Phoenix radio station is reborn. Inside its unlikely revival

Dennis Constantine is a radio pioneer who made his mark at stations across the U.S. and in Arizona. Now he's back at the new KZON-FM. What to expect.

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Dan Nowicki@dannowickiJul 30
Sad to see The Rhythm Room go: "Why this iconic Phoenix music venue is shuttering after 35 years." (via @EdMasley) azcentral.com/story/entertai…

Why this iconic Phoenix music venue is shuttering after 35 years

An essential Phoenix music venue will close in 2027, ending a 35 year run. Here’s why the owner is ready to “retire” the venue and what’s next.

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Dan Nowicki@dannowickiJul 30
Congrats @Yuccataproom: "Arizona's most rock n' roll dive named one of best bars in US." (via @EdMasley) azcentral.com/story/entertai…

Arizona's most rock 'n' roll dive named one of best bars in US

An iconic Tempe dive bar has been named one of the best in the country. Here's what you need to know before you go.

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2nd single for LP2 features mandolin! Any recommendations for emo/adjacent songs with mando? All that come to mind right now are Goo Goo Dolls and R.E.M. which have a special place in my 90's heart.
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