Critic's Notebook

Meet fellow music lovers at these Denver spots, where you can hear vinyl spun live.

“Based on the results alone, it is clear that this country hates women and marginalized folks. If you didn’t care on a federal level, I hope you begin to care on a local level.”

Inspired by the city’s vibrant scene, Don Lucoff and David Froman are bringing Denver Jazz Fest to the masses next year.

If Dustin Lynch fans were upset by the election (probably not), they have another disappointment today.

The season isn’t over yet, despite the snow.

Cult band Legendary Pink Dots has brought Colorado’s Randall Frazier of Orbit Service into the fold.

Moon Walker’s Harry Springer is ecstatic about playing Tool’s new Caribbean rock festival, booked by Tyler Fey.

Celebrate Halloween with a new symphonic black metal project, or just chill with some disco or acoustic instrumentals.

Avoid being labeled a poser and listen to these local groups.

An unearthed album by PW3 features members of Neutral Milk Hotel, the Apples in Stereo and Warlock Pinchers.

All tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, November 1.

Under new ownership, Ophelia’s has been closed while revamping its sound system. It reopens with some stellar shows.

Lettuce Live provides subscribers with more music, making your couch tour a breeze.

Nathaniel Rateliff and Bob Ashby’s vision for the Skylark Lounge keeps this legendary venue rooted in its honky-tonk history while welcoming the future.

Deca is one of the best rappers to come out of Denver, and Dealz is one of the best producers in it. Together, they’ve released one of the best albums produced in the Mile High City this year.

Mary J. Blige has announced a new album and a 2025 tour with openers NE-YO and Mario.

We’ve got fresh sludge, doom, emo, Americana and new tunes from Horse Bitch for you this month.

The hit-maker will be at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on October 8 for her first tour in seven years.

From the hi-dive all the way to the Gothic, South Broadway is where Denver bands get their start.

Blending punk, cumbia, Mexican folk and metal, Soy Celesté has released an excellent album about intersectional feminism and identity.

There’s nothing like a good power trio (think Nirvana, Cream, Green Day), and Luna Sol shows what it’s made of with an album release show at Bar 404 this weekend.

In this new video series, Westword is looking at the city’s hip-hop scene through rappers, dancers, street artists, designers and more.