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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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How Father Funk Won Over Jack Black

How Father Funk Won Over Jack Black

By Justin CriadoDecember 16, 2025

The funkadelic artist makes his headlining Denver debut at Cervantes’ Other Side on Thursday, December 18.

Thousand-Yard Blare: Vitrify Lays Down the Law

Thousand-Yard Blare: Vitrify Lays Down the Law

By Justin CriadoDecember 16, 2025

Denver sludge duo fueled by anti-war rhetoric is playing two shows this week, including at HQ on Thursday, December 18

Cop Killer Is Straight-Forward Hardcore Punk

Cop Killer Is Straight-Forward Hardcore Punk

By Justin CriadoDecember 15, 2025

The Denver band plays hi-dive with Cheap Perfume on Friday, December 19.

The Nice List: Five Holiday Concerts Benefiting Great Causes

The Nice List: Five Holiday Concerts Benefiting Great Causes

By Justin CriadoDecember 12, 2025

We found local shows that are giving back this holiday season worth checking out

Hails and Ales: Decibel Metal & Beer Fest Was Absolutely Historic

Hails and Ales: Decibel Metal & Beer Fest Was Absolutely Historic

By Justin CriadoDecember 7, 2025

The Fillmore Auditorium was the place to be this weekend if you wanted to see some metal and historic sets.

This Band Is Leading the Next Generation of Arena Rock

This Band Is Leading the Next Generation of Arena Rock

By Justin CriadoDecember 2, 2025

The young LA rockers play the Ogden Theatre on Wednesday, December 3.

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Now This Is a Christmas Album We Can Get Behind

Now This Is a Christmas Album We Can Get Behind

By Justin CriadoDecember 2, 2025

White Rose Motor Oil has a new twist on the holidays.

The Best New Music Releases of November 2025

The Best New Music Releases of November 2025

By Justin CriadoNovember 28, 2025

This month was stuffed with debuts from several new local groups

The Aces Celebrate Queerness on New Disco Concept Album

The Aces Celebrate Queerness on New Disco Concept Album

By Justin CriadoNovember 25, 2025

“It’s what it is to be a queer person and what it is to be in this celebration of our identities.”

Time for Turkeygeddon: Get Ready for Thanksgiving With ShitDrugs

Time for Turkeygeddon: Get Ready for Thanksgiving With ShitDrugs

By Justin CriadoNovember 24, 2025

Denver punks playing all-local Turkeygeddon show at HQ on Wednesday, November 26.

Portugal. The Man Has a Surprising Denver Connection

Portugal. The Man Has a Surprising Denver Connection

By Justin CriadoNovember 17, 2025

“I probably wouldn’t play music if it wasn’t for Denver,” says John Gourley.

The Munsens Return to Denver With a New Album

The Munsens Return to Denver With a New Album

By Justin CriadoNovember 13, 2025

Longstanding local metal trio hosts release show at hi-dive on Saturday, November 15

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“Assholes Unite” for Denver Punk Legend Duane Lance Bodenheimer

“Assholes Unite” for Denver Punk Legend Duane Lance Bodenheimer

By Justin CriadoNovember 7, 2025

The beloved frontman of local groups and the Derelicts will be celebrated at Mutiny Information Cafe.

Dive Into the Mouth of Madness With Defeated Sanity

Dive Into the Mouth of Madness With Defeated Sanity

By Justin CriadoNovember 7, 2025

Legendary German death-dealers play Summit on Saturday, November 8

Deadmau5 Will Debut More Than Music at Red Rocks

Deadmau5 Will Debut More Than Music at Red Rocks

By Justin CriadoNovember 6, 2025

Deadmau5 teases his first all-original release in a decade as well as more surprises for Red Rocks.

Elway Goes Deep on New Album

Elway Goes Deep on New Album

By Justin CriadoNovember 6, 2025

The longtime Fort Collins indie-punk band is playing release show at Skylark Lounge.

The Best New Music Releases of October 2025

The Best New Music Releases of October 2025

By Justin CriadoOctober 31, 2025

Trick-or-treat lasted all month with the latest from local musicians.

The Call of Goathulu: Denver’s Goat Hill Massacre Talks New Music

The Call of Goathulu: Denver’s Goat Hill Massacre Talks New Music

By Justin CriadoOctober 30, 2025

The groove-metal band will headline an all-local show at Moe’s on Saturday, November 1.

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Sonic Ceremony: How to Prepare for itchy-O’s Hallowmass

Sonic Ceremony: How to Prepare for itchy-O’s Hallowmass

By Justin CriadoOctober 30, 2025

Denver’s most mysterious collective will host its annual rites at Summit this weekend.

Nightmare Fuel: Buckle Up For Flahoola’s Fast-And-Furious Debut

Nightmare Fuel: Buckle Up For Flahoola’s Fast-And-Furious Debut

By Justin CriadoOctober 29, 2025

The Denver speed trio is playing a release show at the Oriental Theater on Saturday, November 1.

Sub Focus Touches Down at Red Rocks This Week

Sub Focus Touches Down at Red Rocks This Week

By Justin CriadoOctober 28, 2025

The British drum-and-bass artist discusses aliens and his new album ahead of his Red Rocks concert.

Primitive Man Isn’t Afraid of Harsh Truths

Primitive Man Isn’t Afraid of Harsh Truths

By Justin CriadoOctober 27, 2025

The Denver death-sludge doom trio grapples with modern-day monsters on its new album, out on Halloween.

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