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Michael "Bam Bam" Sversvold, drummer for influential Phoenix punk band Jody Foster's Army and several others, died May 11 at the age of 57.

Phoenix New Times looks back at some of the scariest, most unexpected and weirdest concerts in Arizona history, from John Cougar and Jimmy Eat World to Motley Crue.

For Placebo Records Tony Victor, Club Placebo is a chance to celebrate the history of the Phoenix underground, from JFA to Sun City Girls and beyond.

Local music picks for March in Phoenix: Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers, Dom Flemons, Francine Reed, the Gnomes, American Standards, Club Placebo, more.

Phoenix local music picks for January include the Maines 8123 Fest, Danielle Durack, Sugaray Rayford, Club Placebo benefit, Paper Foxes, Fee Waybill.

Phoenix local music picks for January include the Maines 8123 Fest, Danielle Durack, Sugaray Rayford, Danielle Durack, Paper Foxes and Fee Waybill.

Tempe History Museum Zia Records, the beloved local record chain, celebrated its 40th anniversary this year, so it was the perfect time to look back at the history of one of Phoenixs enduring businesses. From its humble beginnings, when founder Brad Singer stocked the first store with records from his own collection, to its present-day status as a Valley mainstay, Zia has had a colorful history, one that is recorded in Benjamin Leathermans feature. Eddy Detroit has lived a life few would believ...