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Woody Guthrie

  • Blogs

    April 11, 2012

    Mojo Nixon: "I am here to set the world straight about Tim Tebow and his invisible friends!"

    Mojo Nixon (due Friday, April 13, and Saturday, April 14, at the Lion's Lair) gained notoriety in the mid- to late '80s for his irreverent songs informed by an absurdist humor with partner Skid Roper. Nixon's exuberant, unapologetic persona won over audiences because even as Nixon would make seeming ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 17, 2012

    James Harper quits Grand Junction High choir over Islamic song and prompts Fox News frenzy

    Certain stories have Fox News written all over them -- like, for instance, the tale of James Harper, a small town Colorado student who quit his high school choir after discovering that one of the lines he was asked to warble translates to "There is no truth but Allah." Number of comments on the Fox ... More >>

  • Culture

    October 27, 2011

    Now Playing

    Certain stories have Fox News written all over them -- like, for instance, the tale of James Harper, a small town Colorado student who quit his high school choir after discovering that one of the lines he was asked to warble translates to "There is no truth but Allah." Number of comments on the Fox ... More >>

  • Calendar

    August 25, 2011

    A Workers’ Lullabye

    Certain stories have Fox News written all over them -- like, for instance, the tale of James Harper, a small town Colorado student who quit his high school choir after discovering that one of the lines he was asked to warble translates to "There is no truth but Allah." Number of comments on the Fox ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 1, 2011

    Mile Highlights: This week's concert news, local radio playlists and top album sales

    Here's what's good in the Mile High City this week: In concert news, INXS is coming to the Ogden in July, Lil Wayne's coming to Comfort Dental in August and Steve Earle is due at the Ogden in September. On local radio, Force Publique, Signal Path and Bop Skizzum got some spins. Meanwhile, at our l ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 1, 2011

    Mile Highlights: This week's concert news, local radio playlists and top album sales

    Here's what's good in the Mile High City this week: In concert news, INXS is coming to the Ogden in July, Lil Wayne's coming to Comfort Dental in August and Steve Earle is due at the Ogden in September. On local radio, Force Publique, Signal Path and Bop Skizzum got some spins. Meanwhile, at our l ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 8, 2011

    Dr. Dog, Paper Bird and Boulder Acoustic Society at the Boulder Theater, 5/7/11

    Photo: David IngrahamDr. Dog last night in Boulder. See all the photos from last night.DR. DOG With Paper Bird and Boulder Acoustic Society Boulder Theater | 5/7/11 View photo slideshow from last night For a band that sounds like it's drawing from a diverse pool of influences that spans from the Be ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 30, 2011

    Michael Sempert of Birds & Batteries on Panorama and San Francisco

    Su-Yin MahBirds & Batteries​ San Francisco's Birds & Batteries may be essentially a pop band, but the lushness of the act's songwriting and the ability to evoke and articulate complex emotions with poetry and intensity is a rare talent these days. The group's latest album, 2010's Panorama, li ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 6, 2011

    Faceman's First Waltz at the Bluebird, 2/4/11

    A.H. Goldstein​FACEMAN'S FIRST WALTZ FaceMan Bop Skizzum • The Knew • The Outfit • Chadzilla • Boulder Acoustic Society • The Vitamins • Medicine Man • Bonnie and the Beard • Chris McGarry and the Insomniacs • Panal • Martin Gilmore • The Construct • K Buzz and the Bras ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 12, 2010

    Aloe Blacc, Harry Nilsson, Kid Cudi fill our playlists this week

    ​As people who think about, talk about, listen to and make music, the most common question we encounter is, "What are you listening to right now?" Whether you're looking for recommendations, trying to get a feel for our individual sensibilities, or are just curious, we've compiled a list of al ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 16, 2010

    Arcade Fire, Los Lobos top sellers at local stores

    ​Arcade Fire's latest effort, The Suburbs, continues to dominate the local charts, claiming the top spots at Albums on the Hill, Twist & Shout and Wax Trax for the week ending August 15. Los Lobos' Tin Can Trust, released August 3 on Shout! Factory, performed well, as did Wolf Parade's Expo 86 ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 1, 2010

    Geek Bowl IV: How geeky are you?

    ​Arcade Fire's latest effort, The Suburbs, continues to dominate the local charts, claiming the top spots at Albums on the Hill, Twist & Shout and Wax Trax for the week ending August 15. Los Lobos' Tin Can Trust, released August 3 on Shout! Factory, performed well, as did Wolf Parade's Expo 86 ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 3, 2009

    Download Heart & Soul Radio's three-song debut EP for free

    ​What happens when a bunch of renown pop punk doofuses suddenly grow up and start writing earnest, meaningful songs? In the case of Heart & Soul Radio, the act has emerged with a batch substantive tunes that are as compelling as they are tuneful. While its no American Idiot, the first three so ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 27, 2008

    Live Review: Etown's DNC show with James Taylor, David Crosby, Graham Nash, Ani DiFranco, Tom Morello and Irma Thomas

    ​What happens when a bunch of renown pop punk doofuses suddenly grow up and start writing earnest, meaningful songs? In the case of Heart & Soul Radio, the act has emerged with a batch substantive tunes that are as compelling as they are tuneful. While its no American Idiot, the first three so ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 27, 2008

    Live Review: Etown's DNC show with James Taylor, David Crosby, Graham Nash, Ani DiFranco, Tom Morello and Irma Thomas

    ​What happens when a bunch of renown pop punk doofuses suddenly grow up and start writing earnest, meaningful songs? In the case of Heart & Soul Radio, the act has emerged with a batch substantive tunes that are as compelling as they are tuneful. While its no American Idiot, the first three so ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 23, 2008

    Alternate Soundtrack to the 2008 Campaign

    ​What happens when a bunch of renown pop punk doofuses suddenly grow up and start writing earnest, meaningful songs? In the case of Heart & Soul Radio, the act has emerged with a batch substantive tunes that are as compelling as they are tuneful. While its no American Idiot, the first three so ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 23, 2008

    Alternate Soundtrack to the 2008 Campaign

    ​What happens when a bunch of renown pop punk doofuses suddenly grow up and start writing earnest, meaningful songs? In the case of Heart & Soul Radio, the act has emerged with a batch substantive tunes that are as compelling as they are tuneful. While its no American Idiot, the first three so ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 21, 2008

    Delegating Denver #40 of 56: Oklahoma

    ​What happens when a bunch of renown pop punk doofuses suddenly grow up and start writing earnest, meaningful songs? In the case of Heart & Soul Radio, the act has emerged with a batch substantive tunes that are as compelling as they are tuneful. While its no American Idiot, the first three so ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 15, 2008

    Jack Kerouac Wrote Here, Crisscrossing America Chasing Cool

    ​What happens when a bunch of renown pop punk doofuses suddenly grow up and start writing earnest, meaningful songs? In the case of Heart & Soul Radio, the act has emerged with a batch substantive tunes that are as compelling as they are tuneful. While its no American Idiot, the first three so ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 14, 2008

    Jack Kerouac Wrote Here, Crisscrossing America Chasing Cool

    ​What happens when a bunch of renown pop punk doofuses suddenly grow up and start writing earnest, meaningful songs? In the case of Heart & Soul Radio, the act has emerged with a batch substantive tunes that are as compelling as they are tuneful. While its no American Idiot, the first three so ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 13, 2008

    Jack Kerouac Wrote Here, Crisscrossing America Chasing Cool

    ​What happens when a bunch of renown pop punk doofuses suddenly grow up and start writing earnest, meaningful songs? In the case of Heart & Soul Radio, the act has emerged with a batch substantive tunes that are as compelling as they are tuneful. While its no American Idiot, the first three so ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 29, 2008

    Jack Kerouac Wrote Here, Crisscrossing America Chasing Cool, Day Three

    ​What happens when a bunch of renown pop punk doofuses suddenly grow up and start writing earnest, meaningful songs? In the case of Heart & Soul Radio, the act has emerged with a batch substantive tunes that are as compelling as they are tuneful. While its no American Idiot, the first three so ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 29, 2008

    Jack Kerouac Wrote Here, Crisscrossing America Chasing Cool

    ​What happens when a bunch of renown pop punk doofuses suddenly grow up and start writing earnest, meaningful songs? In the case of Heart & Soul Radio, the act has emerged with a batch substantive tunes that are as compelling as they are tuneful. While its no American Idiot, the first three so ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 17, 2008

    Jack Kerouac Wrote Here, Crisscrossing America Chasing Cool, Part Two

    ​What happens when a bunch of renown pop punk doofuses suddenly grow up and start writing earnest, meaningful songs? In the case of Heart & Soul Radio, the act has emerged with a batch substantive tunes that are as compelling as they are tuneful. While its no American Idiot, the first three so ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 17, 2008

    Jack Kerouac Wrote Here, Crisscrossing America Chasing Cool, Part Two

    ​What happens when a bunch of renown pop punk doofuses suddenly grow up and start writing earnest, meaningful songs? In the case of Heart & Soul Radio, the act has emerged with a batch substantive tunes that are as compelling as they are tuneful. While its no American Idiot, the first three so ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 7, 2008

    Jack Kerouac Wrote Here, Crisscrossing America Chasing Cool, Day One

    ​What happens when a bunch of renown pop punk doofuses suddenly grow up and start writing earnest, meaningful songs? In the case of Heart & Soul Radio, the act has emerged with a batch substantive tunes that are as compelling as they are tuneful. While its no American Idiot, the first three so ... More >>

  • Film

    December 13, 2007

    Joe Strummer: The Future is Unwritten

    Joe Strummer transcends punk, and the music lives on.

  • Film

    November 22, 2007

    I'm Not There

    The elusive Bob Dylan, masterfully considered.

  • Blogs

    November 6, 2007

    Beyond Playlist: Foo Fighters and More

    The elusive Bob Dylan, masterfully considered.

  • Calendar

    October 11, 2007

    On a Scroll

    The elusive Bob Dylan, masterfully considered.

  • Blogs

    September 17, 2007

    This Weekend: Monolith Festival @ Red Rocks, Saturday, September 15

    The elusive Bob Dylan, masterfully considered.

  • Music

    July 12, 2007

    The Nightwatchman

    Sunday, July 15, Larimer Lounge, 303-291-1007.

  • Film

    September 14, 2006

    Ghost World

    True-crime noir goes searching for Hollywood's heart of darkness.

  • Music

    June 15, 2006

    Westword Music Showcase 2006

    Be there or be square!

  • Music

    January 12, 2006

    Zup's On

    Armando Zuppa serves up a steaming bowl of alphabet newgrass.

  • Music

    September 22, 2005

    Natural Soul

    Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings keep the funk alive and real.

  • Music

    February 26, 2004

    Against Me!

    As the Eternal Cowboy (Fat Wreck Chords)

  • Calendar

    March 7, 2002

    Tough Case

    Peter Case continues to raise emotional ghosts with his personal music.

  • Music

    July 27, 2000

    Steve Earle

    Transcendental Blues
    (E-Squared, LLC/Artemis Records)

  • Film

    July 6, 2000

    Winged Victory

    Butterfly soars over the summer competition.

  • Music

    October 29, 1998

    Playlist

    Butterfly soars over the summer competition.

  • Music

    June 18, 1998

    Ani DiFranco, Musician

    Reconsidering the image of the do-it-yourself poster child.

  • Calendar

    May 7, 1998

    What a Hoot

    Reconsidering the image of the do-it-yourself poster child.

  • Music

    August 28, 1997

    Etc.

    Outstanding in His Field The recordings of Alan Lomax dig up the roots of American music.

  • Music

    March 13, 1997

    He's Got His Mojo Workin'

    How onetime Denver resident Kirby McMillan Jr. was transformed into Mojo Nixon.

  • Music

    January 16, 1997

    Feedback

    How onetime Denver resident Kirby McMillan Jr. was transformed into Mojo Nixon.

  • Music

    November 7, 1996

    Cool Jerk

    Getting on a new track with Railroad Jerk.

  • Calendar

    February 14, 1996

    THRILLS

    Getting on a new track with Railroad Jerk.

  • Music

    January 4, 1995

    PLAYLIST

    Getting on a new track with Railroad Jerk.

  • Music

    October 19, 1994

    PLAYLIST

    Getting on a new track with Railroad Jerk.

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