Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres around the Valley. This week, we feature a performance that blends hip-hop with classical music.
MusicThe 5 Ws of the Valley’s Hip-Hop Scene
Jason KeilNovember 6, 2025
Phoenix’s hip-hop scene is strong, diverse and, most importantly, growing, with a sound shaped by the Valley’s Black, Latinx and Indigenous communities, insiders say.
The PHiXOld Man Saxon on Rap, Introspection and Image
Madison RutherfordFebruary 26, 2020
Saxon Kincy, better known as Old Man Saxon, is not your typical rapper. He identifies more with a geriatric gentleman than the youthful persona many modern hip-hop artists portray. Kincy recently competed on the rap reality show Rhythm & Flow and captivated the audience and judges with his larger-than-life personality and memorable rhymes. His quirky catchphrases and over-the-top attire made him an instant fan favorite. Though he’s made a name for himself through the Netflix...
You spent about two years making your latest album. How did you know when it was finished? It definitely feels like a long time. I think there’s a little bit of an intangible feeling when something feels complete. On this record I wrote a lot more than I have in the past. I had a lot more options in terms of trying to craft what I thought would be the best story and best collection...