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  • Thu., April 18, 8 a.m.

    Colorado State Capitol

    200 E Colfax Ave, Denver Downtown Denver

    303-866-2604
  • Thu., April 18, 6 p.m.

    Earls Restaurant

    8335 Park Meadows Center Dr., Littleton Southeast Denver Suburbs

    free

    303-792-3275
  • Thu., April 18, 7 p.m.

    Swallow Hill Music

    71 E. Yale Ave., Denver Englewood

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    [Tuft Theatre] with Sally Van Meter About TANASI TANASI is an award-winning worldgrass trio of three celebrated Asheville, NC-area roots artists. Their sound features the tight sister harmonies of MerleFest-winning songwriter Anya Hinkle and Mary Lucey (Biscuit Burners, Uncle Earl) with the inimitable dobro musings of Billy Cardine, who Jerry Douglas calls “an amazing Dobro player, fluent in everything that I do and everybody that has come before.” Members of the trio have toured the world over from Japan to India to Europe and across the US on stages such as Bonnaroo, The Grand Ole Opry, MerleFest, Ryman Auditorium, Carnegie… 303-777-1003
  • Thu., April 18, 7 p.m.

    The Lodge at Woods Boss Brewery

    675 22nd St., Denver Downtown Denver

    Born out of the uncertainty of pandemic life, the Pet-Friendly Jazz Collective began as a way to bring an organic musical experience to front porches around Denver. Today, captained by the drum/guitar duo of Calvin Davis and Sam Valdez, Pet Friendly takes advantage of a wealth of local talent, featuring some of the community’s best improvisers. Whether it be the music of Miles Davis or Stevie Wonder, a porch concert or a private event, our mission will always be to bring the community together around art, provide opportunities for musicians, and to have fun doing it. 720-642-7177
  • Thu., April 18, 7 & 9:30 p.m. and Fri., April 19, 7 & 9:30 p.m.

    Dazzle

    1080 14th St., Denver Downtown Denver

    Kenny Garrett’s latest release, Sounds from the Ancestors, is a multi-faceted album. The music, however, doesn’t lodge inside the tight confines of the jazz idiom, which is not surprising considering the alto saxophonist and composer acknowledges the likes of Aretha Franklin and Marvin Gaye as significant touchstones. Similar to how Miles Davis’ seminal LP, On the Corner, subverted its main guiding lights – James Brown, Jimi Hendrix and Sly Stone – then crafted its own unique, polyrhythmic, groove-laden, improv-heavy universe, Sounds from the Ancestors occupies its own space with intellectual clarity, sonic ingenuity and emotional heft. 303-839-5100
  • Thu., April 18, 7 p.m.

    Hosted by The Commons

    1245 Champa St, Denver Central Denver

  • Thu., April 18, 7 p.m.

    Mercury Cafe

    2199 California St., Denver Downtown Denver

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    [in the Jungle Room] 303-294-9258
  • Thu., April 18, 7 p.m.

    Temple Nightclub

    1136 Broadway, Denver Central Denver

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    Music, Cannabis , and Art are all cultures that bleed into one another. Start your 4/20 weekend off right with a Hip Hop Freestyle Battle Competition where the winner gets 3k! Immerse yourself as you experience Denver’s top Cannabis Companies, Battle Rappers and Artists 303-309-2144
  • Thu., April 18, 7 p.m.

    hi-dive

    7 S. Broadway, Denver South Denver

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    with MF Ruckus, Satanic Panic, The Upkeeps, The Fauxs, Donnie Velez and Officer Down 303-733-0230
  • Thu., April 18, 7 p.m.

    Swallow Hill Music

    71 E. Yale Ave., Denver Englewood

    [Daniels Hall] Willy Porter continues on a musical and personal odyssey spanning over two decades, 13 albums, and multiple continents. His journey has been defined by an inquisitive love for humanity and the language that describes what we all hold to be true. Porter’s songs weave a universal perspective about the questions, struggles, and triumphs of human existence. His live shows are guitar-driven grit, soul, silence and muscle– at times electrifying, dynamic, and unique in the way that Porter’s voice blends and fuses with his fret work. A largely self-taught musician, Porter began treating audiences to his brand of guitar… 303-777-1003
  • Thu., April 18, 7 p.m.

    Marquis Theater

    2009 Larimer St., Denver Downtown Denver

    with Awakebutstillinbed 303-487-0111
  • Thu., April 18, 7:30 p.m.

    Pepsi Center

    1000 Chopper Circle, Denver Central Denver

    303-405-1100
  • Thu., April 18, 7:30 p.m.

    Arvada Center History Museum

    6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada Northwest Denver Suburbs

    720-898-7200
  • Thu., April 18, 7:30 p.m.

    Nissi's

    1455 Coal Creek Dr., Lafayette Boulder

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    Colorado-based powerhouse Eminence Ensemble is set to electrify audiences with a special performance of Pink Floyd's legendary album "Dark Side of the Moon," accompanied by none other than the iconic saxophonist Scott Page, known for his work with Pink Floyd and other notable bands like Toto and Supertramp. The collaboration between Eminence Ensemble and Scott Page began at Burning Man 2023, where they mesmerized a crowd of thousands with their rendition of "Dark Side of the Moon." Now, following the overwhelming success of their performance, the ensemble is bringing the magic back to Colorado for two exclusive shows during 4/20… 303-665-2757
  • Thu., April 18, 7:30 p.m.

    Lakewood Cultural Center

    470 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood West Denver Suburbs

    “What is stronger - what unites us or what separates us?” Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana explores our natural drive to push beyond obstacles and seek deeper relationships. Electrifying flamenco dance highlights the dynamic interplay between the dancers and live musicians. This performance is “solid entertainment.” (The New York Times) 303-987-7845
  • Thu., April 18, 8 p.m.

    Oriental Theater

    4335 W. 44th Ave., Denver Northwest Denver

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    with Branson Anderson Corb Lund has received multiple CCMA, JUNO, and international award nominations and wins. A rural Albertan hailing from the foothills of the Rocky Mountains with a long family lineage of ranchers and rodeo people, Lund is about as authentic as they come. Embracing both his Western heritage and his indie rock past through his music, Lund has been known to filter a range of cowboy themes past and present through his unique lens - from rough-and-tumble tales of lawless frontier saloons to the somber realities of running a modern family ranch. Most recently, Lund released Songs My… 720-420-0030
  • Thu., April 18, 8 p.m.

    Lost Lake Lounge

    3602 E. Colfax Ave., Denver Central Denver

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    with Corsicana and Silver & Gold Minneapolis songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Landon Conrath found his voice almost by accident. A drummer by trade, Conrath spent his formative years keeping the beat in bands rather than fronting them. It wasn’t until he opened up to a friend at a pool party with a new composition, he was encouraged to hone in his sound. Conrath immersed himself in the recording process with reckless abandon. Since making his debut in 2020, his distinctive brand of hook-laden indie-pop has become a viral sensation on Spotify landing on influential playlists virtually overnight. Landon’s authentic, off-the-cuff… 303-296-1003
  • Thu., April 18, 8 p.m.

    Gothic Theatre

    3263 S. Broadway, Englewood Englewood

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    with Cro-Mags Helmet was formed in New York City in 1989 by founding members Page Hamilton, Henry Bogdan, Peter Mengede and John Stanier. The group signed to Amphetamine Reptile Records and released their first full-length album, Strap It On, in 1991. A year later, they signed to Interscope Records. The band found mainstream success with their Interscope debut, Meantime, which debuted at number 68 on the Billboard 200 and spawned the hits “Unsung” and “In the Meantime.” In 1994, Helmet explored new sonic territories with the fan favorite and critically acclaimed Betty, which incorporated elements of jazz and blues into… 303-789-9206
  • Thu., April 18, 8 p.m.

    Herman's Hideaway

    1578 S. Broadway, Denver South Denver

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    All Your Stupid Friends brings Taylor Night to our first-ever Denver show, a very special evening for the Swiftie community as we celebrate the highly-anticipated release of Taylor's 11th studio album, The Tortured Poets Department. We'll be staging the night at a decked-to-the-nines event Herman's Hideaway on South Broadway, featuring a soft, cozy ambiance - think sheer white curtains, museum lamps, and the comfiest corner bench of your English Department Library. The night kicks off lots of photo opps, a fun Swiftie scavenger hunt, predictions for the album, a swiftie costume contest, and a dance night spun by Colorado's own… 303-777-5840
  • Thu., April 18, 8 p.m.

    Cervantes' Masterpiece Ballroom

    2637 Welton St., Denver Downtown Denver

    Get Tickets

    $27.50-$65.50

    with Arise Roots 303-297-1772
  • Thu., April 18, 8 p.m.

    HQ

    60 S. Broadway, Denver Central Denver

    with Witch Hands and Cemetery Siren 720-381-6159
  • Thu., April 18, 8 p.m.

    Fox Theatre

    1135 13th St., Boulder Boulder

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    King Yellowman Jamaica's first dancehall superstar, Yellowman ushered in a new era in reggae music following Bob Marley's death. His early-'80s success brought the popularity of toasting -- the reggae equivalent of rapping -- to a whole new level, and helped establish dancehall as the wave of the future. For better or for worse, he also epitomized dancehall's penchant for "slack" lyrics -- that is, casual violence, sexism, homophobia, and general rudeness. Graphic sexuality was his particular forte, reaching levels of explicitness previously unheard in Jamaica. It brought him numerous detractors, but it was also a big reason for his… 303-447-0095
  • Thu., April 18, 8 p.m.

    Skylark Lounge (Bobcat Club)

    140 S. Broadway, Denver Central Denver

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    with Bellhoss and Clayton Dexter's Country Backwash Down Time is an LA based indie rock band that has created a diverse body of material ranging from low key bedroom ballads to dense psychedelic grooves. At the core are timeless rock songs guided by the imaginative and soul bearing lyrics of front woman, Alyssa Maunders. 
 The band has recently relocated from Denver where they developed their sound and released their debut full length, Hurts Being Alive, which was produced by Denver sweethearts, Pat Riley and Alaina Moore of Tennis. 303-722-7844
  • Thu., April 18, 8 p.m.

    Bluebird Theater

    3317 E. Colfax Ave., Denver Central Denver

    303-377-1666
  • Thu., April 18, 8 p.m.

    Your Mom's House

    608 E. 13th Ave., Denver Central Denver

    with Lady Los, Grayson Ratliff, BJ Bolton, Lily Nova, Jubilee Renee, Lokana, Dzirae Gold and DJ MnM 303-860-4516
  • Thu., April 18, 8 p.m.

    Stampede

    2430 S. Havana St., Aurora Aurora

    303-696-7686
  • Thu., April 18, 8 p.m.

    Globe Hall

    4483 Logan St., Denver Globeville

    with Ikigai and Olivia Roumel 303-296-1003
  • Thu., April 18, 8 p.m.

    Boulder Theater

    2032 14th St., Boulder Boulder

    Get Tickets

    $35-$39.50

    GRAMMY-winning guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Christone “Kingfish” Ingram has quickly become the defining blues voice of his generation. From his hometown of Clarksdale, Mississippi to stages around the globe, the young blues star has already headlined multiple U.S. and European tours, and amazed fans in Australia, New Zealand, and India. Selected in summer 2022 to open for The Rolling Stones in London’s Hyde Park, Kingfish has also performed and toured with friends including Vampire Weekend, Jason Isbell, Steve Miller and Buddy Guy, a mentor of his, with whom he appeared on Austin City Limits. Since he burst onto the scene… 303-786-7030
  • Thu., April 18, 8:30 p.m.

    Treehouse

    2719 Larimer St., Denver Five Points/RiNo

    $20

    with Sinistarr, WaxAddix and Nikka T 303-296-1003
  • Thu., April 18, 8:30 p.m.

    Larimer Lounge

    2721 Larimer St., Denver Downtown Denver

    $15-$20

    with Chance Meridian and Jamesik 303-296-1006
  • Thu., April 18, 9 p.m.

    Tracks

    3500 Walnut St., Denver Downtown Denver

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    Step into a Neon Dream, a mesmerizing new party that pulsates with vibrant energy and futuristic vibes. The dance floor comes alive under the neon glow, casting an otherworldly ambiance that will transport you to a realm where the music is the heartbeat of the night. G2 is bumping the Hip-Hop Beats all night in the Lounge. 303-863-7326
  • Thu., April 18, 9 p.m.

    The Black Box (The Lounge Side)

    314 E. 13th Ave., Denver Capitol Hill/Uptown/City Park

    with PRĀNĀ, Fauhx and Staggs 303-831-6207