Tonight: Gata Negra at the Larimer

Sounding like a lost band from the DGC Records roster heyday, Gata Negra seems unafraid to play to its influences -- the Denver-based three piece blends some mid-'90s-referenced riotous vocals and guitar with the true heartache of rhythm and blues...

By Bree Davies

February 2, 2011

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Sounding like a lost band from the DGC Records roster heyday, Gata Negra seems unafraid to play to its influences -- the Denver-based three piece blends some mid-'90s-referenced riotous vocals and guitar with the true heartache of rhythm and blues.

Carried by band leader Whitney Rehr -- who's voice fluctuates between the sultry strength of Chrissie Hynde and the subtle power of Kim Gordon's murmur -- Gata Negra is powerful in its sonic stance and instrumentally on point while still leaving room for the unpredictability of Rehr's cries. Headlining an all-local line-up tonight at the Larimer, Gata Negra shares the stage with Starz N' Ends, Joe Fornothin' and C4X. This show is 21 and up, and tickets are $8. Doors are at 7 p.m. and show is at 8 p.m.

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Bree Davies is a multimedia journalist, artist advocate and community organizer born and raised in Denver. Rooted in the world of Do-It-Yourself arts and music, Davies co-founded Titwrench experimental music festival, is host of the local music and comedy show Sounds on 29th on CPT12 Colorado Public Television and is creator and host of the civic and social issue-focused podcast, Hello? Denver? Are You Still There? Her work is centered on a passionate advocacy for all ages, accessible, inclusive, non-commercial and autonomous DIY art spaces and music venues in Denver.

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