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Critic's Notebook

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These Ten LGBTQ+ Musicians Are Firing Up Denver’s Music Scene

By Eman El SaiedJuly 1, 2025

From indie to hip-hop, these musicians showcase the breadth of talent in the local scene.

Metallica performed at Empower Field at Mile High on Sunday, June 29, for their two-night run.

Metallica Shows Shatter Empower Field Attendance Records

By Emily FergusonJune 30, 2025

Metallica broke the records for the biggest crowds for two shows at the venue, and its fans brought the most donations to the Red Cross.

Our Favorite New Music From Colorado Artists This Month

By Justin CriadoJune 27, 2025

Local musicians turned up the heat for June by releasing debuts and banger albums, including the latest from Boulder stalwarts Big Gigantic and Gasoline Lollipops.

A stylized portrait of the band Flesh Tape

Colorado Alt-Rockers Tackle Class Consciousness on Gravesite EP

By Zachary ViscontiJune 20, 2025

Flesh Tape frontman Larson Ross says, “I’m not in love with the cause – I have no other choice than to pursue it.”

Big Gigantic’s New Album Is Your “Soundtrack to the Summer”

By Justin CriadoJune 20, 2025

Big G is now preparing for festival season and a proper tour, after the duo’s Bonnaroo main-stage set slated for Sunday, June 15, was cancelled

Circling Over Has Mastered the Duality of Doomgaze

By Justin CriadoJune 18, 2025

See the Denver band in action at HQ on Sunday, June 22, alongside No Fauna and Mood Swing Misery.

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Remembering Charles Burrell, Legendary Bassist in Colorado Music Hall of Fame

Remembering Charles Burrell, Legendary Bassist in Colorado Music Hall of Fame

By Michael RobertsJune 17, 2025

The legendary musician has been called “The Jackie Robinson of Classical Music.”

Panpsychism Is Putting Pueblo on the Rocky Mountain Metal Map

By Justin CriadoJune 16, 2025

“It’s less metal dudes making music, more musicians making metal.”

The Gasoline Lollipops Are Back With a Killer New Album

By Justin CriadoJune 13, 2025

Twelve new songs showcase the band’s penchant for swinging between country and cowpunk.

The Strange Sonic Honey of Sour Magic

By Justin CriadoJune 12, 2025

The Denver psych crew plays release show for its new concept album on Friday, June 13, at Skylark Lounge.

Locals Rated Denver’s Dance Scene, and One Score Tanked

By Alex BerryhillJune 12, 2025

The survey Denver Dancefloor Data surveyed 222 respondents about the state of Denver’s electronic music scene. One category has a lot to improve.

Yelawolf Talks Late Nights With Riff Raff and New Music Ahead of Mission Ballroom Show

By Justin CriadoJune 10, 2025

The rapper is playing the Mission Ballroom with Three 6 Mafia on Saturday, June 14

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This Denver Rapper Is Selling His Album for $777

By Hannah MetzgerJune 10, 2025

Damien Douglas Jr. wants to reclaim the value of art in the streaming era.

This Denver Artist Just Made the Album of the Summer

By Emily FergusonJune 10, 2025

The album is an expertly arranged debut of Afrofusion beats with moving lyrics that you’ll be singing all season.

Goose on stage at Fiddler's Green

Photos: Goose Makes a Four-Piece Debut at Fiddler’s

By Ross JonesJune 7, 2025

The band’s return to Fiddler’s on June 6 was marked by song debuts and deep second-set jams.

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Legendary Underground SanFran Act Returns to Denver for the First Time in 14 Years

By Amber TaufenJune 6, 2025

The iconic house-music makers defined “underground” and “DIY” long before they became hashtags.

members of the jam band goose stand in pink lighting with confetti

Goose Talks Its New Direction as a Four-Piece Ahead of Fiddler’s Run

By Emily FergusonJune 6, 2025

Peter Anspach of Goose discusses the band’s new studio album and touring as a four-piece before taking on Fiddler’s for a two-night run.

Summer of Peril Brings Its “Grunge-Gaze” to the Creepatorium

By Justin CriadoJune 2, 2025

The Fort Collins band approaches shoegaze a little differently.

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Our Favorite New Music From Colorado Artists This Month

By Justin CriadoMay 30, 2025

Forget May flowers, we’ve got a bouquet full of new releases from local musicians

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Levitt Pavilion Unveils Changes to Venue Ahead of Summer Concert Season

By Emily FergusonMay 22, 2025

The improvements include expanded ADA seating, a facelift for the lower bowl and more.

Napalm Death Is Still the Loudest, Fastest Band Doing It After Forty Years

By Justin CriadoMay 22, 2025

The grindcore godfathers play the Summit with Melvins on Tuesday, May 27.

A band plays on stage to a crowded room

Five Denver DIY and Punk Venues You Should Know About

By Zachary ViscontiMay 21, 2025

Local punk musicians share stories and thoughts about some of their favorite venues in Denver.

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