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Noise Ordinance Fight Will Get Loud at Legislature Today

By Michael RobertsMarch 12, 2026

“I wasn’t aware of the Ford Amphitheater situation until after the bill was introduced,” says its co-sponsor.

How Liam Kazar Shifts Between Solo Work, Jeff Tweedy Band

How Liam Kazar Shifts Between Solo Work, Jeff Tweedy Band

By Justin CriadoMarch 11, 2026

The multi-faceted musician is opening for and playing alongside Jeff Tweedy on Friday, March 13, at the Ogden Theatre.

The crowd at Folsom Field at the University of Colorado Boulder for John Summit's performance.

AEG Aims to Make Folsom Field a Destination Venue

By Justin CriadoMarch 11, 2026

AEG has partnered with CU to make Folsom Field concert crown jewel with summer slate of heavy-hitters.

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Jello Biafra Recovering After Suffering Stroke

Jello Biafra Recovering After Suffering Stroke

By Justin CriadoMarch 10, 2026

The Boulder native and former Dead Kennedys frontman vows to bounce back.

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Blucifer’s First Rodeo Announces Festival Dates and First Band Lineup

By Patricia CalhounMarch 7, 2026

Yes, the new DIY music fest will overlap with Underground Music Showcase.

Blucifer’s First Rodeo Music Festival Lineup Dropping Tonight

Blucifer’s First Rodeo Music Festival Lineup Dropping Tonight

By Patricia CalhounMarch 6, 2026

“By artists, for everybody.”

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Roman Rock Musician the Spikes Finds New Home In Boulder

Roman Rock Musician the Spikes Finds New Home In Boulder

By Justin CriadoMarch 4, 2026

Iago Haussman’s music draws inspiration from Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, The Great Gatsby, and Apocalypse Now.

Remembering René Heredia, Denver’s Godfather of Flamenco

By Michael RobertsMarch 4, 2026

The musician was just inducted into Colorado Music Hall of Fame.

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Aria Ready? Ellie Caulkins Opera House Celebrates Twenty Years

By Toni TrescaFebruary 27, 2026

From 1908 convention hall to world-class opera house, the Ellie marks twenty years with a new stage, new seats and a gala.

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Summer of Peril Bassist Released From ICE Custody

By Zachary ViscontiFebruary 25, 2026

“Terrified about my future. I spent the next 60 days not knowing if I would be sent to a country I haven’t been to since I was 4 years old.”

Spin HERStory Celebrates Women’s History Month With a Vinyl Club for Music Lovers

By Michael RobertsFebruary 25, 2026

After a rough start, Littleton’s Records on Main is hosting events through March.

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Boots Jaffee Keeps on Trucking, From Grateful Dead Crew to Colorado Artist

By Nick HutchinsonFebruary 25, 2026

“There’s a voluminous amount of Grateful Dead cover bands in this area, and I have fun sitting in with some of them when I can.”

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Electronic Producer and DJ Maddy O’Neal is Ready for an Atmospheric Debut at Mission Ballroom

By Jackson PittsFebruary 24, 2026

“I’ve had this slow climb, and being in the Colorado (music) community has been a huge part of my project.”

DJ HELLOKENNY Says Goodbye to Denver

DJ HELLOKENNY Says Goodbye to Denver

By Justin CriadoFebruary 24, 2026

“My goal is not to be the biggest artist in the world, but possibly one of the most business-savvy and clever.”

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The Polish Ambassador Has Gone Phishing

By Brian TurkFebruary 20, 2026

“I didn’t want to alienate the fans that were coming to hear my fully original productions, so I decided to do these ‘Polish Phish’ shows.”

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Colorado Music Hall of Fame Celebrates 15 Years

Colorado Music Hall of Fame Celebrates 15 Years

By Patricia CalhounFebruary 19, 2026

The celebration includes the induction of a new class on April 8, as well as a birthday bash on April 19

Buried in Lies Turns Turmoil Into Emotionally-Charged Metal

Buried in Lies Turns Turmoil Into Emotionally-Charged Metal

By Justin CriadoFebruary 18, 2026

The Pueblo metalcore band will play a benefit show at Ante Up on Saturday, February 21.

Pickin' on the Dead at WWG Steamboat 2025.

Pickin’ on the Dead Ready to Come to Life at Cervantes’ Other Side

By Jackson PittsFebruary 17, 2026

The band will be playing February 21 with frequent collaborator Bridget Law.

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Dumpstaphunk and Joey Porter Trio Take Over Cervantes’ on Valentine’s Day

By Jackson PittsFebruary 13, 2026

“Our previous shows and our relationship with Denver over the years have created a bond with some music-loving folks that love to come hang and party.”

Broken-Heart Ballads: Gentleman Deluxe Offers an Alternative Valentine’s Day Concert

Broken-Heart Ballads: Gentleman Deluxe Offers an Alternative Valentine’s Day Concert

By Justin CriadoFebruary 12, 2026

“I love sad songs. Listening to sad music when you’re sad is good for your mental health.”

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Rootbeer Richie and the Reveille Is the Band Colorado Needs

By Emily FergusonFebruary 11, 2026

Are you ready for the fifth Mile High Mardi Gras Mambo?

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Orange Peel Moses on His Totally Unexpected Anti-ICE Protest Song

By Michael RobertsFebruary 11, 2026

“We want to give people hope, because joy is an act of resistance.”

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