Amberdehn on Why Drugs Are Holding EDM Down

The electronic music scene has long been associated with drugs and partying, something Denver-based producer and DJ Amber Davies, who performs as Amberdehn, has been pushing against over the four years she has been performing and releasing tracks.

Ten of Denver’s Best Open-Mic Nights

Whether you have new music you want to try out on an audience or you’re looking to see Denver’s best up-and-coming talent (and perhaps some of the worst as well), open mic nights are for you.

Album Premiere: Jam Band MLIMA Embraces Ridiculous Ideas

MLIMA, a jam band named after the Swahili word meaning “mountain,” launched in 2012. The six musicians in the outfit describe their sound as “mountain groove,” a blend of funk, soul and rock. On September 29, MLIMA’s first, studio-recorded album will be released. We sat down with band founder Jack Breitenbach, guitarist Jeph Kennedy and saxophone player Zach Simms to discuss their influences, how they have navigated Denver’s music scene, and how they established a sound between six members with diverse musical backgrounds.

Seven of Denver’s Coziest Venues

September’s here, and while there are plenty of outdoor concerts to check out, it’s time to start planning trips to some of the indoor venues Denver has to offer. If you prefer a mellow, low-key environment over a three-day Red Rocks run, check out our picks for some of the coziest spots in Denver, where you’re sure to find great music and perhaps meet some new friends.

How James Blunt Started Touring With Ed Sheeran

“You’re beautiful, you’re beautiful, you’re beautiful, it’s true…” A seemingly simplistic lyric launched British singer-songwriter James Blunt into the public eye in 2005; the radio played the song endlessly after its release.

Madchild: “The Whole Idea of Being in the Moment Is Kind of Gone”

Madchild has been in the hip-hop game for eighteen years. This Canadian rapper found great success in both the United States and his home country. He is a former member of the group Swollen Members and began his solo career as Madchild back in 2012, after hitting a low point battling his addiction with Oxycontin.