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Go for the Gold: More Than a Dozen Free Things to Do in Denver This Weekend

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John Bear has written about crime, culture, government and just about everything in between for newspapers and weeklies in New Mexico, Oklahoma and Colorado since 2004. He has a cat named Gary.

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Justin Faye Made It to the Finals of the UK Songwriting Contest

Justin Faye Made It to the Finals of the UK Songwriting Contest

By John BearMarch 24, 2021

The Senegal-born, Estes Park-based musician spent the year of the pandemic entering songwriting contests.

Sing Out for SafeHouse Raises Money for Domestic-Violence Prevention

Sing Out for SafeHouse Raises Money for Domestic-Violence Prevention

By John BearMarch 12, 2021

The five-choir virtual event Sing Out for SafeHouse raises money for domestic-violence prevention.

Two EDM Concerts Are Coming to a Denver Tech Center Hotel This Weekend

Two EDM Concerts Are Coming to a Denver Tech Center Hotel This Weekend

By John BearMarch 10, 2021

Party Guru Productions is throwing a two-night EDM event with Claude VonStroke, Worthy, Mikey Lion and more.

Meet Bolonium, a Band You’ll Probably Hate…Until You Don’t

Meet Bolonium, a Band You’ll Probably Hate…Until You Don’t

By John BearMarch 9, 2021

Meet Bolonium, a Band You’ll Probably Hate…Until You Don’t

White Rose Motor Oil Looks Back to the ’60s and ’70s on <i>Country Pop</i>

White Rose Motor Oil Looks Back to the ’60s and ’70s on Country Pop

By John BearMarch 8, 2021

The cowpunk band’s latest offering is a collection of classics.

Take a Stroll Through Distance Walk’s Songs About Grief

Take a Stroll Through Distance Walk’s Songs About Grief

By John BearMarch 1, 2021

The indie-folk band found inspiration in walks through Denver and pandemic troubles.

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Post/War Confronts Death…Without Talking About It

Post/War Confronts Death…Without Talking About It

By John BearFebruary 22, 2021

The Denver band’s first full-length comes out on February 26.

ELLSWORTH Draws From the Struggles of the New Lost Generation

ELLSWORTH Draws From the Struggles of the New Lost Generation

By John BearFebruary 18, 2021

Megan Ellsworth’s solo debut is a reflection on anxiety and the struggles of young adults facing a bleak future and a devastating present.

The Hg Collective Kills the Ego and Reinvents How Bands Work

The Hg Collective Kills the Ego and Reinvents How Bands Work

By John BearFebruary 17, 2021

The 25-some member group is reinventing how bands work.

Jack Long’s Journey From Meth Overdose to New Music

Jack Long’s Journey From Meth Overdose to New Music

By John BearFebruary 11, 2021

In 2020, the Denver singer-songwriter was hospitalized after overdosing on meth; once he was released, he recorded a brand new album.

Michael Goodwin’s Love Letter to Heavy Music in Denver

Michael Goodwin’s Love Letter to Heavy Music in Denver

By John BearFebruary 10, 2021

Music journalist Michael Goodwin’s zine The City Gasped chronicles Denver’s heavy music scene.

Schama Noel Pays Homage to Chadwick Boseman and <i>Black Panther</i>

Schama Noel Pays Homage to Chadwick Boseman and Black Panther

By John BearFebruary 1, 2021

Inspired by Black Lives Matter, the Denver-based rapper tips his hat to the late actor and Malcolm X.

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No Gimmicks: The Barlow Found Inspiration in Oil Fields and Novels

No Gimmicks: The Barlow Found Inspiration in Oil Fields and Novels

By John BearJanuary 28, 2021

The Barlow’s songs were born from the gas fields and inspired by novels.

Auto Croon: DESTINO on Queer Hyperpop and <i>When the World Was Ending</i>

Auto Croon: DESTINO on Queer Hyperpop and When the World Was Ending

By John BearJanuary 26, 2021

The rising Denver pop singer on queer hyperpop and his new album.

Isadora Eden Ditched Acoustic Music for Lush Dream Pop

Isadora Eden Ditched Acoustic Music for Lush Dream Pop

By John BearJanuary 21, 2021

She recorded her new EP, All Night, in a basement with a leaky ceiling.

Shoe In: Denver Supergroup despAIR jordan Drops Debut Album

Shoe In: Denver Supergroup despAIR jordan Drops Debut Album

By John BearJanuary 19, 2021

The Denver supergroup just dropped its debut album

I Was an Anti-Ska *sshole; Five Iron Frenzy Is Forcing Me to Apologize

I Was an Anti-Ska *sshole; Five Iron Frenzy Is Forcing Me to Apologize

By John BearJanuary 19, 2021

Five Iron Frenzy’s new album is making me apologize.

Resistance Jam Celebrates the Inauguration and Calls for Ongoing Resistance

Resistance Jam Celebrates the Inauguration and Calls for Ongoing Resistance

By John BearJanuary 18, 2021

The regular event at Su Teatro will celebrate the departure of Trump and ongoing calls for resistance.

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Many Mountains Canceled a Tour; Going Home Was a Strange Trip

Many Mountains Canceled a Tour; Going Home Was a Strange Trip

By John BearJanuary 14, 2021

The Louisville duo canceled a tour. Going home was a strange trip.

Sober Parties? Rage in Denver Without Waking Up in Dallas

Sober Parties? Rage in Denver Without Waking Up in Dallas

By John BearJanuary 7, 2021

Secret Dance Addiction and the Conscious Cocktail Club are normalizing sobriety at parties.

Firefall Burns Bright on First Proper Album in Nearly a Quarter-Century

Firefall Burns Bright on First Proper Album in Nearly a Quarter-Century

By John BearDecember 29, 2020

The classic rock band has released its first album in nearly a quarter of a century.

Laykes Recorded an EP, Then the Bandmates Quit Talking

Laykes Recorded an EP, Then the Bandmates Quit Talking

By John BearDecember 28, 2020

Despite drifting apart, Seth Evans and Daniel lyere reunited to make Globeville.

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