Umphrey’s McGee Has a “Renewed Sense of Energy” With New Drummer
The band will have its first three-night run at the Boulder Theater with its new drummer starting January 15.
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The Ten Best Colorado Country Musicians
Cowboys may be scarce in Denver nowadays, but these local bands are proving that country music is here to stay.
This Punk Band Just Dropped a 50-Page Manifesto (and New Music)
You can see Gunk! headline Creepatorium on Friday, January 16.
A Look Back at the Grateful Dead’s Colorado Connections
From a secret LSD lab to Jerry Garcia making a key purchase in Lakewood and a legendary venue, the Dead made a mark.
Not Fade Away: Bob Weir Dies at 78
The Boulder Theater is hosting a free vigil and celebration of life tonight.
Charley Crockett Brings Vintage Country Magic to Denver: Photos
Charley Crockett performed live at the Mission Ballroom on January 9.
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Barbaric Filth: Tainted Blade Makes Live Debut This Weekend
Local death-metal trio plays the hi-dive on Saturday, January 10.
A Denver Band’s Wild Trademark Battle With an AI Copycat
But let’s be real, AI can’t compete with these rockers.
New Extreme Metal Festival to Debut in Denver
The two-day lineup is absolutely stacked.
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Broncos Win Prompted a Badass Remix of CBS Sports Theme
The Denver-based artist tells us about how sports have influenced his tunes.
A Blast From Denver’s Underground Past Is Resurrected
This release will be a jewel for the most obscure vinyl heads.
Meet the Band Reviving True ’70s Funk in Denver
“If we can get up in front of a group of people, we can get them dancing.”
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The Best Concerts Touring to Denver This Year
There’s so much to look forward to in 2026, from Cardi B’s first arena tour to a litany of major Red Rocks shows.
The Best New Music Releases of December 2025
The year ends with fresh metal, punk, darkwave and indie-pop
People to Watch in Denver’s 2026 Music Scene
From bands that are striking the right chords to industry insiders, these are the folks to keep on your radar.
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Monica The Great Is the Denver Artist to Watch in 2026
“My whole life, I’ve always been a big advocate for the people.”
The Top Album Releases of 2025
From hip-hop to rock and Afrofusion, these are ten local albums from 2025 that we can’t stop listening to.
Insipidus, Broken Record Tear Up The Crypt for Westword Members: Photos
Westword members pack The Crypt for a high‑voltage set from two local favorites.
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Denver New Year’s Eve Concerts to Ring in 2026
From raves to ritualistic ceremonies and bluegrass, these concerts are all a fitting way to end the year.
Rock With Us: Westword Membership Concert at the Crypt Tonight!
We teamed up with the Crypt for a concert on December 29 featuring Insipidus and Broken Record, and Westword members can join for free.
The Biggest Music Stories of 2025
From the good news to the bad news, these are 2025’s biggest stories of the music scene.
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A Heavy Year: The Best Local Metal Releases of 2025
From Denver and beyond, Colorado musicians packed a lot of punch into the last twelve months