Justin Criado

Justin Criado is an award-winning journalist and editor, as his pieces have been recognized as some of the best in the West over the years.Inspired by heavy metal and the unusual, Justin’s work has been featured in the Denver Post, Westword, Salt Lake City Weekly, Phoenix New Times, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. His first collection of essays, Chronicles of Chaos, is out now. Visit justincriado.com to find out more.

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Image: The Inaugural Emo Fest Signals a Citywide Music Trend

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The Inaugural Emo Fest Signals a Citywide Music Trend

By Justin Criado

Image: This Band Is Dropping a Nuclear Debut in Colorado Springs

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This Band Is Dropping a Nuclear Debut in Colorado Springs

By Justin Criado

Image: This Denver Band Is Crusty and Killing It

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This Denver Band Is Crusty and Killing It

By Justin Criado

Image: Less Than Jake Was Never a Sellout

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Less Than Jake Was Never a Sellout

By Justin Criado

Image: Blankslate's Sophomore Album Solidifies the Duo as One of Denver's Best

Concert Previews

Blankslate's Sophomore Album Solidifies the Duo as One of Denver's Best

By Justin Criado

Image: Mountain Music Festival Is Not Just Another Summer Shindig

Music Festivals

Mountain Music Festival Is Not Just Another Summer Shindig

By Justin Criado

Image: Kyle Hollingsworth, Longtime SCI Keys Player, Drops Solo Album and Craft Beer Collab

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Kyle Hollingsworth, Longtime SCI Keys Player, Drops Solo Album and Craft Beer Collab

By Justin Criado

Image: Our Favorite New Music From Colorado Artists This Month

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Our Favorite New Music From Colorado Artists This Month

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