HIT PICK

Jux County, with Jonny Rocket, Friday, November 10, at the Bluebird Theater, stars Andy Monley, a performer who understands how the rock-music game is played but chooses to operate by his own set of rules anyhow. And that’s good, because his singular approach to music has made the Denver scene a safer, more intriguing place to be for a long time now. Jux’s latest CD, Simon’s Eyes (released earlier this year), is another testament to Monley’s songwriting and vocal skills, and–more important–it’s hugely enjoyable. Platinum platters may evade Mr. Monley, but if success is measured by artistic credibility, the man’s already a star.