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Shae District Brought an Immersive 360 Stage to Its Last Show, and Has Even Bigger Plans

By Emily FergusonMay 3, 2024

After playing Electric Forest this summer, the duo will be performing at the UMS.

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New Music Venue Zodiac Hause Is Heaven for Burners

By Emily FergusonMay 2, 2024

After operating as a pop-up for years, Zodiac Hause has a new home at 800 Lincoln Street.

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So Many Roads Museum and Brewery Has Reached the End of the Road

By Catie CheshireMay 2, 2024

Founder Jay Bianchi is in jail facing felony sex-assault charges, and the Grateful Dead venue is no more.

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The Best New Music by Colorado Musicians Released in April

By Justin CriadoMay 1, 2024

These local acts weren’t in the mood for any tomfoolery when they released a handful of debut EPs and several singles.

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A Storied Stage: The Evolution of the Fillmore Auditorium

By Toni TrescaMay 1, 2024

Explore the Fillmore Auditorium’s journey from a 1907 roller rink to a top Denver music venue.

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Live Nation Celebrates Start of Summer Concert Season With $25 Tickets

By Westword StaffMay 1, 2024

Over 5,000 shows will offer $25 tickets (fees included!)…but supplies are limited.

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The Gothic Theatre: Exploring Nearly a Century of Englewood’s Iconic Venue

By Toni TrescaApril 30, 2024

Discover how this iconic theater has evolved from its 1920s cinema roots to a cultural hotspot.

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Widespread Panic to Open for Rolling Stones at Empower Field This Summer

By Westword StaffApril 25, 2024

It was just announced that Widespread Panic will join the rock-and-roll icons.

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Two Moons Music Hall Has Opened in RiNo

By Emily FergusonApril 24, 2024

The venue has six nights of live music a week, with each devoted to a different genre.

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New Music Venue Lot 46 Opens in Old Edgewater Inn

By Michael MazenkoApril 23, 2024

The owners of the former Local 46 have created a live-music haven near Sloan’s Lake.

Bruce Hornsby Dives Deep With BrhyM

By Justin CriadoApril 22, 2024

Bruce Hornsby, who has made music with everyone from the Dead to 2Pac, brings his collaboration with yMusic to Denver.

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Denver Indie-Rock Group Unicorn Hits Offers Must-See EP-Release Concert

By Justin CriadoApril 19, 2024

The queer-rock band plays EP release show Saturday at Skylark Lounge.

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Where to Celebrate the Release of Taylor Swift’s New Album, The Tortured Poets Department

By Katrina LeibeeApril 18, 2024

It’s finally here: The album drops at midnight tonight, April 18 (10 p.m. tonight for us lucky Denverites).

The Spirit of Punk Rock Is Alive in Jesus Christ Taxi Driver

By Adam PerryApril 17, 2024

Catch Jesus Christ Taxi Driver at the Aggie during FoCoMX on Friday, April 19.

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Where to Get Exclusive Vinyl on Record Store Day 2024

By Teague BohlenApril 16, 2024

Denver record stores are celebrating Record Store Day on April 20 with deals, event specials and more.

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Hunter Stone Tells Captivating Stories in New Release

By Nick HutchinsonApril 12, 2024

The Boulder-based singer-songwriter gets deep on his second volume of Portraits of the New-Old West.

Hollywood Theremin Player Brings Unique Instrument to Denver Performances

By Justin CriadoApril 10, 2024

From The Simpsons to Colorado, the spooky sounds of Lara Wickes’s theremin travels far.

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Cheap Perfume Takes Colorado Fem-Core on the Road

By Michael MazenkoApril 10, 2024

The punk band is on its first-ever tour, but will be back for a victory lap at the hi-dive on May 5.

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Red Rocks Cancels April 6 Dom Dolla Show Because of 100 mph Wind Predictions

By Westword StaffApril 5, 2024

Dom Dolla will do two concerts at the Mission Ballroom instead.

Denver Band Broken Record Takes Its “Stadium Emo” Sound to the East Coast

Denver Band Broken Record Takes Its “Stadium Emo” Sound to the East Coast

By Michael MazenkoApril 4, 2024

The band is hitting both the East and West Coast this year, but will also celebrate a new music video with a show at Seventh Circle on Saturday, April 27.

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This Must-Follow Denver Account Spotlights Local Talent

By Julianna O'ClairApril 2, 2024

Ryan Leavelle’s videography project, Hail Denver Music, is a reminder of the Mile High City’s immense local talent.

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Wayfarer Plans Special Hometown Release Show for New Album

By Justin CriadoMarch 28, 2024

Fresh off a European tour, Wayfarer will be playing American Gothic in its entirety during a hometown release show at the Bluebird on Friday, March 29.

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