HIT PICK

Gray Parade, with Lithium Grin and Bustopher Jones, Tuesday, August 15, at 13th Avenue Bar and Grill, isn't a band that's going to bludgeon you into submission with its sound. Instead, the group specializes in swirling, hypnotic psychedelia--mood rock that pays tribute to influences like the Velvet Underground (initially, the...

By Michael RobertsAugust 9, 1995

Audio By Carbonatix

Gray Parade, with Lithium Grin and Bustopher Jones, Tuesday, August 15, at 13th Avenue Bar and Grill, isn’t a band that’s going to bludgeon you into submission with its sound. Instead, the group specializes in swirling, hypnotic psychedelia–mood rock that pays tribute to influences like the Velvet Underground (initially, the act was called Sister Ray) even as it charges boldly into the future. At its best, Gray Parade’s music is genuinely seductive–and who among us wouldn’t like to be seduced every once in a while?

Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword‘s news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor’s degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master’s degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

michaelrobertscolo@gmail.com

Music Editor Emily Ferguson If you value independent journalism, please consider making a contribution to support our continued coverage of Denver’s music, events and entertainment scenes.

Support Today

Loading latest posts...

HIT PICK

GET MORE COVERAGE LIKE THIS

Thanks for Joining!

THANK YOU!