Critic's Notebook

The Milk Blossoms will share their latest album with a new lineup at hi-dive on Saturday, February 1.

“Our best shows are the ones with the best audiences,” says Futurebirds guitarist Carter King, “and that’s usually a pretty solid bet anywhere in Colorado. It always has been.”

Even if Denver is not widely known as a hip-hop destination, these artists are keeping the genre alive at a Mile High.

“Seeing their live show made it a no-brainer: We wanted to partner with this band and share their music with the world.”

Sarah Christiansen’s tranquil new album under the name Sun Swept uses wind instruments and synthesizers to evoke Colorado’s outdoors.

The Denver metal band will celebrate its new album with a release show at the hi-dive on Friday, January 24.

The bassist and vocalist died on January 20 at the age of 44.

Regan Linton’s new short film, Jack and the Beanstalk, transforms the classic fable into a bold Mile High narrative with original local music.

Experience a night of complex flute, saxophone, piano and drums, all composed by Anna Webber.

The group will play its new album with a matinee show at Oriental Theater on Sunday, January 19

In this gloomy winter, shadow work makes every frigid day feel like the turning point in your personal coming-of-age movie.

Fifteen years after releasing Superficial, Heidi Montag is finally getting the streams she deserves.

Independent music, fine art and murals intersect in RUMTUM’s most comprehensive project to date.

Dance the night away at these spots, where you can catch local musicians, touring artists, DJs, exclusive events and more.

“It just makes it easier for me now to focus on getting really rad bands that people want to see instead of having to worry about running around to find a venue.”

The Denver rockers are playing their first show at hi-dive on Saturday, January 11.

The band is extending its M72 World Tour and will play two nights at Empower Field at Mile High in June 2025.

Even if you think you don’t know them, you’ve probably heard them at Cheesman Park.

The country star will be at Ball Arena with his All-American Road Show.

The Denver doomgaze trio is releasing its first new music in five years following the death of one of its own.

Known for the local bands Judge Roughneck and Lost Dog Ensemble, Dinsmore died in 2024, but his work lives – and spins – on.

“It’s not pop music. It’s not meant to be digestible like this quick, easy thing. It’s meant to be immersive and experiential.”