Critic's Notebook

From stadium stalwarts to dive-bar barbarians, metalheads have a lot to look forward to this year.

Playing everything from classic indie rock to music inflected with dream pop or shoegaze, these local acts deserve a spot on your playlist.

The show is so popular that it’s been extended…but tickets are going fast.

The emo crooners will be opening for Slow Joy on Saturday, March 22.

Many music venues in Denver host shows for underage patrons, from large outdoor amphitheaters to cozy local spots.

But these guys haven’t forgot Denver: The group with retro-rock roots is headlining the hi-dive on Friday, March 21.

Stone Cottage Studios is the city’s latest music venue that will host intimate concerts, vinyl listening events and so much more.

Now it’s time to experience Shady Oaks live at the Skylark Lounge on March 12.

For the first time ever, four of Denver’s leading music organizations are run by women.

The group has been making waves with its madcap sound and stage presence, which you can see for yourself at Globe Hall this weekend alongside Gestalt and Tiny Tomboy.

The musician will be performing at a SoFar Sounds show on Friday, March 7.

The much-loved bassist and vocalist died on February 26, leaving the scene in mourning.

Taylor McFadden directed the new video for “Flowers,” a collab between Colorado stars Nathaniel Rateliff and Gregory Alan Isakov.

From Sierra Ferrell, who recently won four Grammy awards, to Modest Mouse, My Morning Jacket and more, the summer is looking bright.

The lineup includes Melissa Etheridge, Yonder Mountain String Band, Mary Chapin Carpenter with Brandy Clark and more.

Power Goth Recordings is the latest independent record label in Denver to balance new music, DIY and community.

After decades of playing in a variety of bands, Max Mackey is stepping out with his own self-titled debut.

From Fort Collins sludge to a singer-songwriter’s love letter to Denver, February is packed with new releases.

The soulful alt-pop artist N3ptune just released a metaphor-heavy video for his latest single, “WMD.”

She Who Won’t Be Named, one of the best rappers in Denver, is hosting a weekly meet-up for both seasoned and new performers.

The Colorado musicians shared their new duet, “Flowers,” on Jimmy Kimmel Live on February 24.