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Denver Goth Duo Deth Rali Doesn’t Care and Neither Should You

By Jed MurphyAugust 15, 2025

As the realities of streaming becomes bleaker for local musicians, the focus on how success is measured is shifting.

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You Wanted a Hit? LCD Soundsystem at Red Rocks, With TV on the Radio

By Jed MurphyAugust 14, 2025

What is there left for a band to do as the musicians enter their sixties, having broken every rule along the way?

3OH!3 Shares First New Music in Five Years

By Justin CriadoAugust 14, 2025

The Boulder duo plays the JunkYard on Sunday, August 17, with Simple Plan and Bowling for Soup.

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This “Nintendocore” Band Is All About Nostalgia

By Justin CriadoAugust 14, 2025

Powerglove makes hardcore covers of songs from The Little Mermaid, Fern Gully, Anastasia and more.

Gracie Abrams performing with a guitar on stage with her band.

Review: Gracie Abrams Ends U.S. Tour on a High Note

By Katrina LeibeeAugust 13, 2025

Gracie Abrams ended the U.S. leg of her tour with two jam packed nights at Red Rocks and a thoughtful closing speech.

The six current members of indie rock band Murder By Death stand under some greenery.

Why Murder By Death Is Calling It Quits After Denver Shows

By Alexander Hernandez GonzalezAugust 13, 2025

“We’re grateful for so many years of support. We have exceeded any hopes or expectations I ever had for this band.”

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How Wilco Became the Biggest Indie Band This Millennium

By Justin CriadoAugust 13, 2025

The Chicago alt-rockers play Mission Ballroom on Saturday, August 16.

ZZ Top on stage at Red Rocks

Red Rocks Could Get a Public Transport Option, but Not for Concerts

By Alexander Hernandez GonzalezAugust 12, 2025

Eight recipients across the Denver metro area were awarded pilot funding that improves public transit across the state.

The Inaugural Emo Fest Signals a Citywide Music Trend

By Justin CriadoAugust 12, 2025

The debut festival is set to showcase the local alternative scene at the Marquis Theater on Saturday, August 16.

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End All Quintet played in the daytime and at night in Telluride this past weekend.

Review: Telluride Jazz Festival Offered Genre Giants and Young Talent

By Brendan Joel KelleyAugust 11, 2025

While headliners Trombone Shorty and Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe brought fire, young artists and student musicians shined.

King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard on stage at Ford Amphitheater.

Review: King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard Has Made a Historic Mark on Music

By Emily FergusonAugust 9, 2025

The band performed with the Colorado Symphony at the Ford Amphitheater on August 8 for its Phantom Island tour.

New Broomfield Venue Is Putting Community First

By Jamie MillerAugust 8, 2025

The amphitheater has brought free music, art and connection to Broomfield in its debut season.

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This Band Is Dropping a Nuclear Debut in Colorado Springs

By Justin CriadoAugust 8, 2025

The powerviolence trio will play a hometown release show at What’s Left Records on Sunday, August 10.

This Denver Band Is Crusty and Killing It

By Justin CriadoAugust 7, 2025

The group plays a release show for its new album on Saturday, August 9, at the hi-dive.

members of Denver band Summer Bedhead

Summer Bedhead Unleashes Debut Indie-Alt Album The Body Needs a Break

By Eman El SaiedAugust 7, 2025

The band will be celebrating the release with Lu Lagoon and Keddjra on Thursday, August 7, at the hi-dive.

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Less Than Jake Was Never a Sellout

By Justin CriadoAugust 6, 2025

The longtime ska-punk group is bringing its tour to the Fillmore on Saturday, August 9, with Fishbone, the Suicide Machines and Catbite.

members of King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard

King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard’s Path to World Domination

By Emily FergusonAugust 5, 2025

Stu Mackenzie tells Westword about the band’s symphonic explorations and why they chose Colorado for Field of Vision.

ZZ Top on stage at Red Rocks

Photos: Legendary Rockers of ZZ Top Prove They’ve Still Got It at Red Rocks

By Ross JonesAugust 5, 2025

ZZ Top brought the Elevation Tour to Red Rocks on August 4 with a set full of its timeless blues-rock.

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Blankslate’s Sophomore Album Solidifies the Duo as One of Denver’s Best

By Justin CriadoAugust 5, 2025

The local indie-rockers are playing a release show at Skylark Lounge on Thursday, August 7.

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Denver Punk Band Pummels Trump on Upcoming Album

By Zachary ViscontiAugust 5, 2025

The latest album from the Colorado punks, dubbed Don’t Care. Didn’t Ask, is slated to release in early October.

the Beach Boys performing at Red Rocks in 2025

The Beach Boys Gave a Lukewarm Tribute to Brian Wilson at Red Rocks: Photos

By Evan SemonAugust 4, 2025

The moment seemed like a speed bump in the set, which was backed by the Colorado Symphony.

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Pop singer John K stands in front of a yellow background while wearing a brown jacket, blue jeans and a smile on his face.

From American Idol to Fatherhood, John K is Ready for First Headlining Tour

By Alexander Hernandez GonzalezAugust 4, 2025

“I’ve been waiting seven years for this moment.”

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