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April 13, 2012
Cornel West steals the show at Auraria social-justice conference
After three days of panels on everything from feminism and film making to bicycles, banks and Burger King, the Art of Social Justice conference on the Auraria campus came to a close last night with a breathtaking speech by human rights activist, Dr. Cornel West. The Turnhalle Ballroom in the Tivoli ... More >>
Blogs
November 25, 2011
Jux County celebrates the twentieth anniversary of the Lions Lair's first show tonight
Although the Lions Lair opened in 1967, the bar didn't start hosting live music until Jux County played there in 1991. Since then, the place has brought in a steady stream of local and national acts, including some legends like Graham Parker, John Doe and Jonathan Richman. To celebrate twenty ... More >>
Blogs
July 6, 2011
Tonight: OK Sweetheart at the Meadowlark
Held down by the Billie Holiday-channeling vocals of Erin Austin, OK Sweetheart (performing tonight at the Meadowlark with Megan Burtt, Jamie Mefford, Teresa Storch and Chris Webb) offers a comforting blend of vintage tones and straightforward pop music. The band's moniker -- which is short f ... More >>
Music
June 30, 2011
Jazz singer Rene Marie talks about the past and her future
Held down by the Billie Holiday-channeling vocals of Erin Austin, OK Sweetheart (performing tonight at the Meadowlark with Megan Burtt, Jamie Mefford, Teresa Storch and Chris Webb) offers a comforting blend of vintage tones and straightforward pop music. The band's moniker -- which is short f ... More >>
Blogs
April 13, 2011
Tonight: Madeleine Peyroux at the Boulder Theater
There is no denying that Madeleine Peyroux (who plays the Boulder Theater tonight with Sunny War) bears an uncanny resemblance to Billie Holiday. But while the inspiration and gilded jazz vocal similarities are there, the pain is not -- Peyroux brings her own whimsical style to the genre with ... More >>
Dining
September 30, 2010
Girl Talk: The Village Cork, girly as it might be, will win over the most reluctant diner
There is no denying that Madeleine Peyroux (who plays the Boulder Theater tonight with Sunny War) bears an uncanny resemblance to Billie Holiday. But while the inspiration and gilded jazz vocal similarities are there, the pain is not -- Peyroux brings her own whimsical style to the genre with ... More >>
Calendar
May 20, 2010
Party in Five Points
There is no denying that Madeleine Peyroux (who plays the Boulder Theater tonight with Sunny War) bears an uncanny resemblance to Billie Holiday. But while the inspiration and gilded jazz vocal similarities are there, the pain is not -- Peyroux brings her own whimsical style to the genre with ... More >>
Blogs
February 4, 2010
Q&A: Meet Bianca Mikahn of Paradox
Which came first, the poet or the MC? Broaching the philosophical debate implies the two are not one in the same. History shows us otherwise, whether the funky notes of blues rattled off the tongue of greats like Billie Holiday, or, more recently, the appearance of the Last Poets on Nas's [Untitled] ... More >>
Dining
November 5, 2009
The Skylark doubles your pleasure with twenty beers
Which came first, the poet or the MC? Broaching the philosophical debate implies the two are not one in the same. History shows us otherwise, whether the funky notes of blues rattled off the tongue of greats like Billie Holiday, or, more recently, the appearance of the Last Poets on Nas's [Untitled] ... More >>
Music
July 2, 2009
These Latinas may rock, but Girl In a Coma isn't making Latin rock
Which came first, the poet or the MC? Broaching the philosophical debate implies the two are not one in the same. History shows us otherwise, whether the funky notes of blues rattled off the tongue of greats like Billie Holiday, or, more recently, the appearance of the Last Poets on Nas's [Untitled] ... More >>
Music
March 19, 2009
Ayo Awosika
Hearts, Words and Other Forgotten Things
Self-released
Music
February 12, 2009
Helping you express how you feel on love's biggest holiday
Hearts, Words and Other Forgotten Things
Self-released
Calendar
May 22, 2008
Bygone Days
Crossroads Theater resurrects the Rossonian.
Music
January 24, 2008
Mini-Reviews
Crossroads Theater resurrects the Rossonian.
Calendar
January 17, 2008
We Shall Overcome
Crossroads Theater resurrects the Rossonian.
Music
September 27, 2007
Sound Bites
Crossroads Theater resurrects the Rossonian.
Blogs
September 17, 2007
Beyond Playlist: Prinzhorn Dance School and More
Crossroads Theater resurrects the Rossonian.
Culture
February 8, 2007
Pure Piaf
This sparrow doesn�t fly.
Music
December 14, 2006
I Pity the Yule
Separating heavenly holiday music from Hell's noels.
Music
February 3, 2005
Vanishing Act
Madeleine Peyroux returns after a puzzling eight-year absence.
Calendar
November 11, 2004
This Week's Day-by-Day Picks
Madeleine Peyroux returns after a puzzling eight-year absence.
Film
November 4, 2004
Next Best Thing
If you weren't at this landmark blues concert, Lightning in a Bottle will do.
Calendar
April 8, 2004
Rod's Body of Work
Rod Stewart continues his trip along the gravel-voiced road.
Calendar
January 1, 2004
Stop, Look, and Listen
The sounds of jazz erupt in quilted form
Music
November 20, 2003
Jolie Holland
Catalpa Anti-
Music
April 10, 2003
[Linkin Park]
Meteora (Warner Bros.)
Calendar
March 27, 2003
Best Actress in a Musical
Mary Louise Lee
Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill
Culture
October 31, 2002
A Beautiful Lady
Shadow Theatre shines a light on this wrenching retelling of Billie Holiday's downfall.
Culture
April 18, 2002
Flat Vocals
Little Voice fails to hit true notes in its portrayal of a withdrawn girl.
Music
December 27, 2001
Discmania
Backbeat writers revisit their favorite albums of the year.
Music
October 18, 2001
Various Artists
@home@sunset, @home@sunrise (Moonshine)
Calendar
October 4, 2001
Smoke Gets in Your Eyes
The world of jazz as seen through the lens of Herman Leonard.
Music
March 8, 2001
The RH Factor
Death comes calling jazz's legendary players.
Best of Denver
June 29, 2000
Best chanteuse
Mary Ann Moore
Culture
December 16, 1999
And to All a Good Night
The stage is set for Christmas in Denver.
Film
February 18, 1999
It Was Twenty Years Ago
The stage is set for Christmas in Denver.
Film
September 3, 1998
A Star Is Boring
The stage is set for Christmas in Denver.
Music
December 4, 1997
From Canada With Love
Ray Condo and His Richochets aren't Americans, but they love American music.
Music
February 6, 1997
Winning One for the Zippers
How the Squirrel Nut Zippers landed calypso on modern-rock radio.
Music
October 10, 1996
Playlist
How the Squirrel Nut Zippers landed calypso on modern-rock radio.
Film
June 20, 1996
Advice to the Lovelorn
How the Squirrel Nut Zippers landed calypso on modern-rock radio.
Music
March 28, 1996
Playlist
How the Squirrel Nut Zippers landed calypso on modern-rock radio.
Music
December 6, 1995
PLAYLIST
How the Squirrel Nut Zippers landed calypso on modern-rock radio.
Calendar
October 11, 1995
THRILLS
How the Squirrel Nut Zippers landed calypso on modern-rock radio.
Culture
July 26, 1995
KEEPING SCORE
How the Squirrel Nut Zippers landed calypso on modern-rock radio.
Film
May 17, 1995
SWEET AS JAM
How the Squirrel Nut Zippers landed calypso on modern-rock radio.
News
March 8, 1995
YOU'RE OUT
How the Squirrel Nut Zippers landed calypso on modern-rock radio.
Calendar
March 23, 1994
THRILLS
How the Squirrel Nut Zippers landed calypso on modern-rock radio.
Music
March 16, 1994
PLAYLIST
How the Squirrel Nut Zippers landed calypso on modern-rock radio.
News
January 12, 1994
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The Bills. Live with it.
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