Albert King

Denver's ten best jukeboxes

Just as music collections say a lot about people, a jukebox can do the same for a bar; it often reflect the place's personality. A lot of times, variety is key to a well-stocked jukebox, and 3 Kings Tavern, this year's winner in the Best of Denver, had that with balls, to boot. Here's a look at the ... More >>

David Bromberg on his career and studying with Reverend Gary Davis

David Bromberg's eclectic musical expertise is rooted in the sounds of America. Since the 1960s, the singer and guitarist has drawn from a palette of influences, from bluegrass to ragtime, from country blues to New Orleans jazz. Taking lessons from the legendary Reverend Gary Davis as a Columbia stu ... More >>

Nicki Minaj, Elephant Revival, Mumford & Sons top sellers in the Mile High City this week

​For the fourth week in a row, Nederland's Elephant Revival claimed the top spot at Albums on the Hill with its latest effort, Break in the Clouds, while Nicki Minaj's Pink Friday knocked T.I. from the top spot at Independent Records for the week ending December 26. At Twist & Shout, meanwhile ... More >>

Moving Pictures: "Holding On" by Mr. J Medeiros

If you've slept on Mr.J Medeiros, it's time to wake up and go grab a late pass. After cutting his teeth in the Procussions, the MC has emerged as a gallant talent in his own right. He first grabbed our attention a few years ago with the touching and superb "Constance," which centers on a haunti ... More >>

Heavy Rotation, our top spins for the week of October 5, 2009

​​As music critics, the most common question we get asked (and ask each other, for that matter) is, "What are you listening to?" The pervasiveness of this query is precisely what inspired Heavy Rotation, our latest feature. For the benefit of those who happen to be curious, we've compiled a list ... More >>

Q&A with Joe Bithorn of Beatles tribute band Rain

Joe Bithorn as George Harrison​New York City native Joe Bithorn plays the role of George Harrison in Rain, one of the most popular and well-known Beatles tribute bands in the country (appearing September 22 to 27 at the Buell Theater. Raised with a steady diet of classical, jazz, blues and psy ... More >>

Mile High Music Fest Live Reviews: Day Two

Brian Landis Folkins See photos of the day's fans and crowds on the slideshow page. We're back for Day 2, which looks to be shaping up a little hotter, and not just because of HoneyHoney's frontwoman (above). Check back throughout the day for more photos and reviews. For coverage from Day One, se ... More >>

John Lee Hooker Jr.

Saturday, February 5, Supreme Court, 303-892-6878; Wednesday, February 9, Little Bear, Evergreen, 303-674-9991.

This Is Not a Test

Despite its scholarly setting, the AvantGuitar Summit isn't all academic.

Diamond in the Rough

Three urban luminaries make Lucy Pearl an R&B trio with star -- and staying -- power.

Fortunate Son

Even a gunshot wound can't stop blues giant Son Seals.

Thrills for the week

STAX OF WAX

THRILLS

LIKE FATHER, LIKE SON

DONALD KINSEY CONTINUES THE BLUES TRADITION OF HIS BIG DADDY.