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Where to Shop Black Friday Record Store Day Deals in Denver

Where to Shop Black Friday Record Store Day Deals in Denver

By Teague BohlenNovember 26, 2025

Screw online shopping. Head out to record stores to grab some cool exclusive vinyl releases.

Portugal. The Man performing in Denver

Portugal. The Man Brought a Purposeful Show to Mission Ballroom: Photos

By Andrew RiosNovember 21, 2025

The band led a strong set that combined fan favorites and new work.

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JMSN Stuns Marquis Theater With Radical Post-Punk Reinvention: Review

By Eman El SaiedNovember 19, 2025

The artist bypassed most of his catalog, opting instead for raw, reimagined renditions of fan favorites.

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Little Simz performing in Denver

Little Simz Marked a Major, Sold-Out Denver Debut: Review

By Eman El SaiedNovember 17, 2025

Little Simz has cemented herself as one of the top up-and-coming UK artists.

David Byrne at Bellco Theatre

David Byrne Reminds Us Love Is the Most Punk Act of All: Review

By Eman El SaiedNovember 7, 2025

An Evening With David Byrne at the Bellco Theatre was marked by a convergence of art, politics and curiosity.

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.

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Colorado Recording Studios to Bring Your Songs To Life

Colorado Recording Studios to Bring Your Songs To Life

By Zachary ViscontiNovember 5, 2025

These Colorado studios are favorites of some artists locally, nationally and internationally, and their discographies speak for themselves.

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.

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The Mission Behind Mission Ballroom

By Julianna O'ClairOctober 29, 2025

A look at the vision behind one of Denver’s favorite live-music venues.

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Vampires, Demons and Werewolf Jesus: A Metal Debut to Remember

Vampires, Demons and Werewolf Jesus: A Metal Debut to Remember

By Justin CriadoOctober 21, 2025

Pedestal for Leviathan will unleash its new album at the Crypt on Wednesday, October 22.

This Denver Band Just Released the Perfect Album for Fall

This Denver Band Just Released the Perfect Album for Fall

By Justin CriadoOctober 17, 2025

Broken Record serves ballads and angry bangers on its third LP.

This Is a Metalcore Band to Remember

This Is a Metalcore Band to Remember

By Justin CriadoOctober 16, 2025

The Denver band is gearing up for its inaugural release and first-ever show opening for Soulfly next month.

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DNA Picasso Is Asking the Important Questions

By Alexander Hernandez GonzalezOctober 14, 2025

DNA Picasso has dropped an excellent new album that solidifies his place as one of Denver’s top rappers.

Paul McCartney performing live at Coors Field in Denver, Colorado, on Saturday, October 11, 2025.

Paul McCartney Takes Coors Field: Review

By Emily FergusonOctober 12, 2025

Paul McCartney brought a lot of joy, tears and stories to Coors Field on his Got Back Tour.

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The Dirty Turkeys Are Riding High on Psychedelic Cowpunk

By Jamie MillerOctober 10, 2025

Coming off a Best of Denver award for Best Acid-Rock Band, the Turkeys are heading on an East Coast tour.

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From Rumbas to Perreos: These Are Denver’s Top Latin Clubs

By Bennito L. KeltyOctober 7, 2025

Denver’s Latin clubs range in style from seductive to sophisticated, so finding the right club can make or break your night.

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Ten Local Albums That Are Way Better Than The Life of a Showgirl

By Emily FergusonOctober 7, 2025

Taylor Swift really doesn’t need any more money. Support these Denver artists instead.

The Jonas Brothers on stage at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado, for their JONAS20 Greetings From Your Hometown tour.

Jonas Brothers Celebrate Twenty Years in Denver: Photos

By Brandon JohnsonOctober 3, 2025

The Jonas Brothers performed at Ball Arena on October 2 for their JONAS20: Greetings From Your Hometown tour.

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Modest Mouse performing on stage at Mission Ballroom in Denver, Colorado.

Modest Mouse Delivered More Than Nostalgia: Review

By Emily FergusonOctober 2, 2025

Modest Mouse came to Mission Ballroom on October 1 with Built to Spill.

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Celebrate Taylor Swift’s Album Release at These Denver Events

By Emily FergusonOctober 2, 2025

From a cannabis-friendly listening sesh to trivia and drag, these events are for all the showgirls.

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Project 70 Marked a Hardcore Opening With Turnstile: Review

By Emily FergusonOctober 1, 2025

The pop-up venue made its debut with Turnstile, Mannequin Pussy, SPEED and Jane Remover.

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Our Favorite New Music Colorado Artists Released in September

Our Favorite New Music Colorado Artists Released in September

By Justin CriadoOctober 1, 2025

The beginning of fall included some heaters from local musicians.

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