HIT PICK

Jux County, with Jonny Rocket, Friday, November 10, at the Bluebird Theater, stars Andy Monley, a performer who understands how the rock-music game is played but chooses to operate by his own set of rules anyhow. And that's good, because his singular approach to music has made the Denver scene a safer, more intriguing place to be for a long time now. Jux's latest CD, Simon's Eyes (released earlier this year), is another testament to Monley's songwriting and vocal skills, and--more important--it's hugely enjoyable. Platinum platters may evade Mr. Monley, but if success is measured by artistic credibility, the man's already a star.