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Joshua Abeyta

This Denver Musician Is Taking a Risk… And It’s Paying Off

By Lindsay TempleApril 8, 2026

A founding member of popular local group Los Mocochetes is finding his own path with his new act, lil piñon.

Bill McKay’s Boulder Concert Is a Full-Circle Moment

Bill McKay’s Boulder Concert Is a Full-Circle Moment

By Nick HutchinsonApril 7, 2026

From performing with Leftover Salmon to Derek Trucks, Bill McKay has had a legendary career.

The Hottest Metal Band of the Year Is Coming to Denver

The Hottest Metal Band of the Year Is Coming to Denver

By Justin CriadoApril 7, 2026

The band is playing in Denver for the first time on Thursday, April 9, at at Black Sky Brewery.

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Saddle Up and Head Downtown, Denver Has a New Honky Tonk

By Toni TrescaApril 6, 2026

“I hope random people stumble into Broken Bow and get a sense of a traditional Western lifestyle they were previously unaware of.”

Siege Perilous Unleashes a Dragon-Slaying Debut

Siege Perilous Unleashes a Dragon-Slaying Debut

By Justin CriadoApril 3, 2026

NoCo power metal band playing release show on Saturday, April 4, at Moxi Theater

The Maine Goes Green on New Album

The Maine Goes Green on New Album

By Justin CriadoApril 2, 2026

The Arizona emo group plays the Ogden Theatre on Friday, April 3.

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This Nonprofit Pays Denver Musicians a Living Wage for Shows

By Zachary ViscontiMarch 31, 2026

From community to living wages and more, Holy Fool wants to give Denver musicians the world.

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Flattop Rider Makes Country Music That’s Distinctly Colorado

By Emily FergusonMarch 30, 2026

The band will be at the Skylark Lounge for a free show on Wednesday, April 1.

The Oriental Theater Is About to Welcome Metal Legends

The Oriental Theater Is About to Welcome Metal Legends

By Justin CriadoMarch 27, 2026

The iconic Swedish melodeath band Dark Tranquility will be in Denver to play the Oriental Theater on Monday, March 30.

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Brūha’s Vibrant Surf Pop Is Utterly Mosh-Pit Worthy

Brūha’s Vibrant Surf Pop Is Utterly Mosh-Pit Worthy

By Tim WeighartMarch 26, 2026

Between a rockin’ new EP and a variety of major shows, the sky seems to be the limit for Fabian Guerrero’s indie surf-pop band.

Why Gov’t Mule’s Legendary Guitarist Loves Colorado

Why Gov’t Mule’s Legendary Guitarist Loves Colorado

By Justin CriadoMarch 24, 2026

Warren Hayes brings his band to Mission Ballroom on Friday, March 27.

The Hip Snacks Is Bringing New Energy Into 2026

The Hip Snacks Is Bringing New Energy Into 2026

By Jackson PittsMarch 20, 2026

The band will be at Cervantes’ on Saturday, March 21.

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Bleed The Vain Is Looking to Break Out This Year

Bleed The Vain Is Looking to Break Out This Year

By Justin CriadoMarch 20, 2026

“There’s nothing off the table. If we feel like doing it and we think it’s cool, we’re going to do it.”

Wild Goose Saloon Closes as Owner Fights for His Life

By Michael RobertsMarch 19, 2026

Chris Dellinger went public with his cancer diagnosis just before the plug was pulled.

Meet Denver’s Newest Death-Metal Supergroup Disgustingest

Meet Denver’s Newest Death-Metal Supergroup Disgustingest

By Justin CriadoMarch 18, 2026

The band, which features members of several local underground acts, is playing in Fort Collins on Saturday, March 21.

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Playground Ensemble Celebrates Twenty Years of Playing Around With Chamber Music

By Teague BohlenMarch 18, 2026

It will celebrate with a twenty-hour MARATHON this weekend.

Jesus Christ Taxi Driver Is Calling Out the Religious Alt-Right

By Emily FergusonMarch 17, 2026

The band is releasing its new album, Taxi the Rich, at the Bluebird on March 19.

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Swing-Revival Oddballs Squirrel Nut Zippers Coming to the Stanley

By Jason Van TatenhoveMarch 16, 2026

“We’ve never done anything quite like this,” says band founder Jimbo Mathus, “but we do have that dark humor and that creepy aesthetic.”

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YSL Show at Paris Fashion Week Opened With Unexpected Music — Featuring a Colorado Rapper

YSL Show at Paris Fashion Week Opened With Unexpected Music — Featuring a Colorado Rapper

By Emily FergusonMarch 13, 2026

Old Man Saxon wrote the song with Safari Riot for a 2021 film starring Zendaya.

How Cherokee Social Became Denver’s Indigenous Indie-Pop Stars

How Cherokee Social Became Denver’s Indigenous Indie-Pop Stars

By Justin CriadoMarch 13, 2026

The local duo has its biggest headliner yet at the Federal Theatre on Saturday, March 14.

Arlo White and White Satan: A Double Interview About One of Denver’s Weirdest Acts

By Michael RobertsMarch 13, 2026

Arlo White jumps between himself and his alter-ego White Satan in an interview ahead of his latest EP release.

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DOGTAGS at the Bluebird Theater

NPR Features Denver Band on “Desk of the Day” Series

By Emily FergusonMarch 12, 2026

The nine-piece Denver band was celebrated by the public radio institution after submitting to NPR Music’s Tiny Desk Concerts.

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