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Our Favorite New Music Colorado Artists Released in August

By Justin CriadoAugust 30, 2025

August brought us mortuary-draped Americana, mile-high metalcore, Colorado Springs hip-hop, and more.

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The Lore of Pueblo Hardcore: New Archive Highlights a Rich Counterculture

By Kara MasonAugust 25, 2025

An archival project, spearheaded by Bedfires Records, serves as a springboard for young musicians and a message to skeptical outsiders: Don’t go to Pueblo.

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This Denver Therapist Has the Musical Cure: Soapbox Therapy

By John NichollAugust 21, 2025

“We’re a very ‘up’ culture…I think when people leave my performances, they leave understanding that they can actually take that exhale.”

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Don’t Miss Concerts at These Outdoor Venues Before Summer Ends

By Alexander Hernandez GonzalezAugust 20, 2025

Enjoy Colorado’s very great outdoors at these one-of-a-kind venues.

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Ten Bygone Denver Music Venues We Miss the Most

By Michael RobertsAugust 19, 2025

The Mile High City’s history is littered with legendary clubs gone too soon.

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Idle Freaks Is Ready to Rock Larimer Square Saturday

By Alexander Hernandez GonzalezAugust 18, 2025

“Come celebrate the end of summer with all of us. Let’s get freaky.”

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Denver Goth Duo Deth Rali Doesn’t Care and Neither Should You

By Jed MurphyAugust 15, 2025

As the realities of streaming becomes bleaker for local musicians, the focus on how success is measured is shifting.

This “Nintendocore” Band Is All About Nostalgia

By Justin CriadoAugust 14, 2025

Powerglove makes hardcore covers of songs from The Little Mermaid, Fern Gully, Anastasia and more.

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Red Rocks Could Get a Public Transport Option, but Not for Concerts

By Alexander Hernandez GonzalezAugust 12, 2025

Eight recipients across the Denver metro area were awarded pilot funding that improves public transit across the state.

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New Broomfield Venue Is Putting Community First

By Jamie MillerAugust 8, 2025

The amphitheater has brought free music, art and connection to Broomfield in its debut season.

This Denver Band Is Crusty and Killing It

By Justin CriadoAugust 7, 2025

The group plays a release show for its new album on Saturday, August 9, at the hi-dive.

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Summer Bedhead Unleashes Debut Indie-Alt Album The Body Needs a Break

By Eman El SaiedAugust 7, 2025

The band will be celebrating the release with Lu Lagoon and Keddjra on Thursday, August 7, at the hi-dive.

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Denver Punk Band Pummels Trump on Upcoming Album

By Zachary ViscontiAugust 5, 2025

The latest album from the Colorado punks, dubbed Don’t Care. Didn’t Ask, is slated to release in early October.

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Photos: Tedeschi Trucks Band Paid Homage to Jerry Garcia at Red Rocks

By Ross JonesAugust 2, 2025

The band brought out Jerry Garcia’s guitar on his birthday to kick off its first night at Red Rocks.

Kyle Hollingsworth, Longtime SCI Keys Player, Drops Solo Album and Craft Beer Collab

By Justin CriadoAugust 1, 2025

The Boulder musician and brewmaster celebrating the release with mini-fest at Longmont’s Wibby Brewing Co. on Saturday, September 6

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Our Favorite New Music From Colorado Artists This Month

By Justin CriadoJuly 31, 2025

From witch-punk to the weirdest record you might have ever heard, these are the best local releases in July.

The Best Denver Bars With Live Music

By Emily FergusonJuly 30, 2025

There’s nothing like sipping on your favorite drink while listening to some excellent live music.

Pink Lady Monster Gets Weird With Whimsical New Album, Ponk

By Kristen FioreJuly 29, 2025

“We had this chemistry where we were all on the same wavelength, and it just naturally got weird.”

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The Oldest Band in the U.S. Is Hosting Free Concerts Across Denver Parks

By John NichollJuly 28, 2025

This band has been building community in Denver for over 100 years.

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Project 70 Is Denver’s Newest Music Venue…and It’s Under a Bridge

By Emily FergusonJuly 25, 2025

So far, the pop-up venue has Turnstile slated for September 30 and Chase & Status on October 4.

Dropkick Murphys Done With Punk in the Park Dates After Denver Show

By Justin CriadoJuly 24, 2025

The outspoken Celtic-punk band initially shared the decision loud and proud from the stage in Denver.

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Sonic Bloom: DOGTAGS Is the Band That Denver Needs

By Emily FergusonJuly 23, 2025

DOGTAGs is planting positivity with its debut album, ROSEWORLD, and a final Undergound Music Showcase performance.

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