Ed Masley

Got through birth and school. Still doing work. Not looking forward to the death part. Pop music critic at and the Arizona Republic.

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Did you see that Smashing Pumpkins are bringing a tour celebrating the 30th anniversary of "Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness" to Phoenix? Here's everything we know about the show at @azcentral, including how to get tickets. https://t.co/rDRFr4SP5a

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“It’s the only bar in town where the revenue helps support jazz education." After more than a decade on Roosevelt Row in downtown Phoenix, The Nash has secured its first full liquor license. Will I drink to that? Already did. Find out more at @azcentral
https://t.co/IqYyW0LHF0

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Use Arizona heat as an excuse to try our 18 favorite cold treats https://t.co/WxinwBqv83 via @azcentral

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JUST ANNOUNCED: The first headlining artist for the @BirdsNestPhx in 2027. Could this be the earliest they've shared that kind of information? It sure feels that way. See who's playing at @azcentral https://t.co/oHtnYHiVC4

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Going to the Alex Warren show this week in Phoenix? Here's everything you need to know before you go at
@azcentral https://t.co/wkj5MfZNlF

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“I used to always say when I saw Richard Patrick scream, it made my throat hurt." Spoke to Jim Louvau (@LouvauPhoto) and the voice of Filter about joining forces in A Place to Kill. Here's what they had to say at @azcentral. https://t.co/RuPXH4a8gf

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"We were carrying a lot of weight around with us, and it was hard to talk about it in those days." The true story of the Gin Blossoms' brilliant "Congratulations I'm Sorry," featuring exclusive interviews with three members, at
@azcentral @ginblossoms https://t.co/TgICXfXKgt

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@MikeWhat818 @azcentral It is a great store. I was there Saturday and it felt like everybody there was family. I've never seen that much camaraderie among customers (and Mike, of course)

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"I think they're gonna do right by it."
The Ghost of Eastside Records has been sold. The new owner says he's hoping to retain the vibe of the iconic Tempe record store. The former owner says "It's gonna be OK." Here's the plan at @azcentral. https://t.co/yXFwMurs0F

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Here's hoping for the best for Frankie Valli.
Canceling a tour at 92 for health-related reasons is never a good thing.
Having interviewed him several times, he always struck me as a good guy. Plus, I like his records. Find out more at @azcentral https://t.co/A49S7LGan3

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Forrest Frank launched his tour last night in Tulsa. Here's what made the setlist, courtesy of @azcentral https://t.co/fvgOt535XH

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It's the end of an era: "Iconic Arizona record store's new owner hopes to retain historic vibe." (via @EdMasley) https://t.co/EeRbbpJ3Ws

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Use Arizona meltdown as an excuse to try our 18 favorite cold weather treats https://t.co/WxinwBqv83 via @azcentral

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Going to the Alex Warren show this week in Phoenix? Here's everything you need to know before you go at @azcentral. https://t.co/wkj5MfZNlF

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Kid Cudi launched the Rebel Ragers Tour a few weeks back in Phoenix. Here's what made the setlist, courtesy of @azcentral https://t.co/QruX3Pakwf

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These are the best and biggest concerts still to come in in 2026 for music fans in metro Phoenix. I've been updating as new shows are announced, so it's a fresh list, courtesy of @azcentral https://t.co/o8OvCVHMmv

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Daniel Caesar launched his tour last month in Singapore. Here's what made the setlist, courtesy of
@azcentral https://t.co/KIZGrmrSFk

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Arizona State Fair reveals first 2 concerts. See who's playing in 2026 https://t.co/fqorLr4vi2 via @azcentral

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Pop legend Frankie Valli cancels Phoenix concert. Here's why https://t.co/A49S7LGan3 via @azcentral

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Pitbull launched his tour a few weeks back in West Palm Beach. Here's what made the setlist, courtesy of
@azcentral https://t.co/v4xFIkBvvE