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The Ten Best Blues Venues in Denver

By Justin Criado
Jul 17, 2017

Face it: Denver is no Memphis. We're just not a blues town. But if you look around, you can find bars, restaurants, pool halls and more that host regular blues jams and showcase touring and local blues artists that are as good as anything you'll find in the South.
Charlotte Wessels on Bringing Her Dutch Power-Metal Act Delain Stateside

By Justin Criado
Apr 28, 2017

Power metal may be an unfamiliar subgenre to most, especially here in the States, but it’s one of the most theatrical, empowering and popular forms of heavy metal. Originating in Europe, a power metal concert can feel like a party in Middle Earth.
How Of Montreal Combats Trump-Era Bigotry and Homophobia

By Justin Criado
Apr 19, 2017

Kevin Barnes, the gender-bending lead singer of psych-rock band of Montreal, has been using his act to challenge the rising homophobia and bigotry of the Trump-era. Since 1996, the Athens, Georgia band has been carving its path through the contemporary rock genre.
Daya Talks About Her Meteoric Rise Into the Spotlight and Her Grammy

By Justin Criado
Mar 21, 2017

Pop-star Daya has been busier than most high schoolers over the past two years.
Swamp Music: Five of the Best Southern Metal Bands

By Justin Criado
Mar 21, 2017

Southern metal bands Norma Jean and He Is Legend will be in Denver this Wednesday, March 22, during their Polar Similar Tour. Their Denver stop is sure to be one of the most Southern fried shows this side of the Mississippi River. To amp you up for the concert, below are...

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