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Emily Ferguson

Emily Ferguson has been the music editor atWestword since November 2021. In her role, Emily writes and edits profiles of local and national musicians, previews of upcoming performances and guides to the best of Denver’s music scene. Her previous work experience includes contributing to the arts sections of the Wall Street Journal, The Spectator and the Free Beacon. While attending the College of Charleston, Emily was a fire performer and worked at music festivals.

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Inside the Disastrous Year That Destroyed Your Mom’s House

By Emily FergusonJanuary 27, 2026

From stacks of wage claims and tax debt to a litigious new owner who uses social media as a weapon, the club had a tumultuous end.

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How Clay Street Unit Became One of Colorado’s Top Newgrass Groups

By Emily FergusonJanuary 26, 2026

Clay Street Unit is releasing its debut full-length with a listening show at Cervantes’ Other Side.

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Here Are Some of the Most Notable Musicians Who Support Donald Trump

By Jason Heller and OthersJanuary 26, 2026

From Loretta Lynn to Snoop Dogg, some of music’s most legendary stars can’t seem to figure out that Trump has no harmony.

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Goose Will Return to Red Rocks This Summer

By Emily FergusonJanuary 26, 2026

The jam band just announced a two-night run at the iconic venue.

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Les Claypool Just Announced His Most Ambitious Tour Yet

By Emily FergusonJanuary 22, 2026

Primus, the Claypool Lennon Delirium and the Fearless Flying Frog Brigade are all coming to Dillon for the Claypool Gold tour.

A sunrise at Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

Red Rocks Announces 2026 Venue Upgrades After Record-Breaking Season

By Emily FergusonJanuary 16, 2026

For its 85th year, Red Rocks will get two big upgrades, including one that was part of the venue’s original plans in 1936.

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Where to Find Live Music During National Western Stock Show

By Emily FergusonJanuary 16, 2026

Find concerts in and around the Stock Show for its 120th anniversary.

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Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson Announce Denver Show, but Opener Is the Real Draw

By Emily FergusonJanuary 16, 2026

Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson are embarking on a co-headlining tour this summer.

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Bruno Mars Is Going to…the U.S. Air Force Academy?

By Emily FergusonJanuary 15, 2026

Bruno Mars will perform at Falcon Stadium at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs.

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This Will Be a Northside Community Event to Remember

By Emily FergusonJanuary 14, 2026

Federal Nights at the Federal Theatre will celebrate the surrounding community with Latin rhythms.

A Look Back at the Grateful Dead’s Colorado Connections

A Look Back at the Grateful Dead’s Colorado Connections

By Emily FergusonJanuary 11, 2026

From a secret LSD lab to Jerry Garcia making a key purchase in Lakewood and a legendary venue, the Dead made a mark.

Not Fade Away: Bob Weir Dies at 78

Not Fade Away: Bob Weir Dies at 78

By Emily FergusonJanuary 11, 2026

The Boulder Theater is hosting a free vigil and celebration of life tonight.

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A Denver Band’s Wild Trademark Battle With an AI Copycat

By Emily FergusonJanuary 8, 2026

But let’s be real, AI can’t compete with these rockers.

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The Best Concerts Touring to Denver This Year

By Emily FergusonJanuary 5, 2026

There’s so much to look forward to in 2026, from Cardi B’s first arena tour to a litany of major Red Rocks shows.

People to Watch in Denver’s 2026 Music Scene

People to Watch in Denver’s 2026 Music Scene

By Emily FergusonDecember 31, 2025

From bands that are striking the right chords to industry insiders, these are the folks to keep on your radar.

Monica The Great Is the Denver Artist to Watch in 2026

By Emily FergusonDecember 31, 2025

“My whole life, I’ve always been a big advocate for the people.”

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The Top Album Releases of 2025

By Emily FergusonDecember 31, 2025

From hip-hop to rock and Afrofusion, these are ten local albums from 2025 that we can’t stop listening to.

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Denver New Year’s Eve Concerts to Ring in 2026

By Emily FergusonDecember 29, 2025

From raves to ritualistic ceremonies and bluegrass, these concerts are all a fitting way to end the year.

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The Biggest Music Stories of 2025

By Emily FergusonDecember 29, 2025

From the good news to the bad news, these are 2025’s biggest stories of the music scene.

Your Mom's House Denver music venue

Your Mom’s House Seized by City for Unpaid Taxes

By Emily FergusonDecember 18, 2025

The venue has been the focus of multiple claims from former employees.

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Riot House Closes as Monfort Scales Back LoDo Plans

By Emily FergusonDecember 17, 2025

The nightclub blamed its closure on “ongoing market challenges.”

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Real Housewife Meredith Marks Will DJ in Denver

By Emily FergusonDecember 10, 2025

This one is for the girls, gays and theys who have excellent taste in reality TV.

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