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Benjamin Leatherman

Benjamin Leatherman is a staff writer for Phoenix New Times where he focuses primarily on arts, culture, music and nightlife. He joined New Times in 2003. Prior to that, he contributed to magazines such as Tips & Tricks and The Wrestler. Benjamin has earned multiple awards from the Arizona Press Club including an award for sports enterprise reporting in 2009 and an award for statewide arts reporting in 2014. He holds a bachelor’s of arts in journalism from Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

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More Local Faces Coming to Tempe’s Rockstar Mural

More Local Faces Coming to Tempe’s Rockstar Mural

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 8, 2021

Lawrence Zubia of The Pistoleros and Danny Patterson of Phunk Junkeez made significant contributions to the local music scene.

Grey Daze Has Released a New EP Featuring Chester Bennington, Plus More Phoenix Music News

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 4, 2021

The Weeknd has also announced a second Valley concert in 2022.

Country Thunder Arizona Has Been Rescheduled Again

Country Thunder Arizona Has Been Rescheduled Again

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 2, 2021

It’s the third time the four-day music festival has been postponed.

Playboy Manbaby’s Videos Are Blowing Up On TikTok

Playboy Manbaby’s Videos Are Blowing Up On TikTok

By Benjamin LeathermanJanuary 29, 2021

The content mixes lo-fi production aesthetics, odd humor, and awkward charm.

Now Open: A New Board Game Bar in Mesa

By Benjamin LeathermanJanuary 29, 2021

The 1920s-inspired space has been almost two years in the making.

Mega Ran Releases a Memoir — Plus More Phoenix Music News

Mega Ran Releases a Memoir — Plus More Phoenix Music News

By Benjamin LeathermanJanuary 26, 2021

The geek rap icon has dropped his first book.

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Phoenix Music Venue The Pressroom Shut Down by State After Packed Concert

By Benjamin LeathermanJanuary 21, 2021

Video from social media showed attendees weren’t wearing masks or distancing.

The Former Downtown Phoenix EDM Bar Track Club Is Becoming a Gym

The Former Downtown Phoenix EDM Bar Track Club Is Becoming a Gym

By Benjamin LeathermanJanuary 21, 2021

From club kids to fitness fans.

Legendary Phoenix Music Venue Mr. Lucky’s Is Up for Sale Again

Legendary Phoenix Music Venue Mr. Lucky’s Is Up for Sale Again

By Benjamin LeathermanJanuary 19, 2021

The west Phoenix property and its iconic sign are in serious disrepair.

Mooby’s Pop-Up Restaurant in Phoenix: Everything You Need to Know

By Benjamin LeathermanJanuary 18, 2021

Including its location, menu, and other super-sized details.

Your Guide to Jimmy Eat World’s ‘Phoenix Sessions’ Streaming Concert Series

Your Guide to Jimmy Eat World’s ‘Phoenix Sessions’ Streaming Concert Series

By Benjamin LeathermanJanuary 14, 2021

Everything you need to know about the series.

Remembering Daniel ‘DanYo’ Hoyer, Phoenix Hip-Hop Artist and Podcaster

Remembering Daniel ‘DanYo’ Hoyer, Phoenix Hip-Hop Artist and Podcaster

By Benjamin LeathermanJanuary 13, 2021

He leaves behind a legacy of positive vibes and hard work.

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The Lost Leaf Closes Down Temporarily, Plus More Phoenix Music News

The Lost Leaf Closes Down Temporarily, Plus More Phoenix Music News

By Benjamin LeathermanJanuary 12, 2021

Also, there’s soon to be a new strip club in town.

Kevin Smith Is Bringing A Mooby’s Restaurant Pop-Up to Phoenix in February

By Benjamin LeathermanJanuary 11, 2021

Get ready to get your “Cow Tipper” on.

The State Has Ordered VLive Strip Club to Sell to New Owners

The State Has Ordered VLive Strip Club to Sell to New Owners

By Benjamin LeathermanJanuary 8, 2021

It’s due to a series of shootings at the east Phoenix club.

Arizona Music Historian John Dixon Is Hosting a Record Sale This Weekend in Scottsdale

By Benjamin LeathermanJanuary 7, 2021

A rare chance to peruse the offerings of one of Phoenix’s biggest vinyl collectors.

A Doug Hopkins Biopic Is in the Works

By Benjamin LeathermanJanuary 5, 2021

The tragic tale of the Gin Blossoms member is coming to the silver screen.

Here’s How to See the Quadrantids Meteor Shower This Weekend

Here’s How to See the Quadrantids Meteor Shower This Weekend

By Benjamin LeathermanJanuary 1, 2021

Escape from quarantine for a few hours to see the Quadrantids.

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Phoenix Musician Ethan Newman Has Died

Phoenix Musician Ethan Newman Has Died

By Benjamin LeathermanDecember 31, 2020

The guitarist, bassist, and vocalist was 46.

With the Save Our Stages Act Passed, Here’s What’s Next For Phoenix Venues

With the Save Our Stages Act Passed, Here’s What’s Next For Phoenix Venues

By Benjamin LeathermanDecember 30, 2020

It won’t be as easy as waiting for a check in the mail.

Your Guide to Phoenix’s Safest New Year’s Eve 2020 Parties

Your Guide to Phoenix’s Safest New Year’s Eve 2020 Parties

By Benjamin LeathermanDecember 29, 2020

A rundown of where to celebrate New Year’s Eve safely in Phoenix, Tempe, Scottsdale, and elsewhere.

The No Pants Light Rail Ride Has, Yes, Been Canceled

The No Pants Light Rail Ride Has, Yes, Been Canceled

By Benjamin LeathermanDecember 24, 2020

You’ll need another excuse to go pantsless in public this January.

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