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Features

Wax Trax is opening a “real store” at Stanley Marketplace

By Michael RobertsJuly 18, 2026

The new branch will be the mini-chain’s fifth location this weekend.

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Performing Arts

Hit and Run: Musical Improv has invented 730 musicals and counting

By Toni TrescaJuly 16, 2026

“We want to be a great improv show, but more than that, we want to be a great show,” says the creator of Denver’s longest-running improv show.

Lowry’s Soiled Dove has a new name and a renewed underground vibe
Features

Lowry’s Soiled Dove has a new name and a renewed underground vibe

By Patricia CalhounJuly 16, 2026

The venue opens Aug. 15.

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Stacked two-album collab highlights Colorado’s hip-hop and R&B talent

By Cleo MirzaJuly 15, 2026

“DENVER, INTERNATIONAL” features over 40 local artists. It’s a who’s who of the scene.

The Federal Theatre's grand-opening on Friday, September 19, 2025.
Features

Three Denver music venues are unionizing

By Michael RobertsJuly 14, 2026

Owners pushed hard, urging workers to vote “NO.” But the ballot showed overwhelming support for collective bargaining rights.

This Denver music festival is creating activism with folk punk
Features

This Denver music festival is creating activism with folk punk

By Justin CriadoJuly 14, 2026

The ninth annual festival will showcase dozens of bands this weekend at Seventh Circle Music Collective.

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Features

Denver neo-soul duo Jade Oracle rises from the ashes with a new EP

By Julianna O'ClairJuly 9, 2026

The EP, “Veiled Shadows,” is a “love letter to the revolutionary soul.”

Meet BleakHeart, your favorite new doomgaze band
Features

Meet BleakHeart, your favorite new doomgaze band

By Justin CriadoJuly 9, 2026

The band is playing an album release show at the hi-dive on Friday.

A packed Red Rocks crowd among confetti falling for Yungblud at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater in Morrison, Colorado, on May 11.
Features

Independent Denver venue report shows impact of live music

By Emily FergusonJuly 2, 2026

In 2024, local independent venues contributed $898 million to state GDP.

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Concerts

Catch these free concerts in Denver this July

By Emily FergusonJuly 2, 2026

From summer concert series at City Park or Levitt Pavilion to Riverfront Park Summer Sessions, there are several free shows to catch this month.

The best new music releases from Colorado artists in June
Critic's Notebook

The best new music releases from Colorado artists in June

By Justin CriadoJuly 1, 2026

Denver doom vets Khemmis have a stellar new record amongst the latest punk, indie and death-metal releases this month.

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Critic's Notebook

These are the best summer music festivals

By Emily FergusonJune 29, 2026

Festy season is upon us.

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Meet Denver’s newest mathcore maniacs Beneath The Leaves
Features

Meet Denver’s newest mathcore maniacs Beneath The Leaves

By Justin CriadoJune 25, 2026

The local four-piece plays its first show during Blood on the Land Fest on June 27 at D3 Arts.

Features

Inside the effort to unionize the Federal, Oriental and HQ Denver

By Michael RobertsJune 25, 2026

The owners aren’t exactly thrilled.

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Features

RiNo venue Two Moons Music Hall has closed

By Emily FergusonJune 24, 2026

The venue was slated to be a part of this year’s Underground Music Showcase.

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Features

A Denver rapper is going international after 15 years

By Cleo MirzaJune 23, 2026

“I want to be like the Anthony Bourdain of hip-hop.”

Cruel Mourning: A modern goth tribute to old-school new wave
Features

Cruel Mourning: A modern goth tribute to old-school new wave

By Justin CriadoJune 17, 2026

The Denver crew will celebrate its goth-inspired debut with a release show at HQ on June 19.

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Features

Juneteenth at Levitt Pavilion underscores a rising “Black Renaissance” in Denver

By Emily FergusonJune 16, 2026

The lineup includes BossMan Dlow, Skilla Baby, Trim and local legends Trev Rich and TheyCallHimAP.

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A ’90s Denver band is returning with a vengeance

By Michael RobertsJune 11, 2026

A death led to the band’s resurrection.

Catch these free concerts in Denver this June
Concerts

Catch these free concerts in Denver this June

By Emily FergusonJune 10, 2026

You may not be able to afford gas, but at least you don’t need to worry about money at these shows.

World powers will converge at this new Denver music festival
Concerts

World powers will converge at this new Denver music festival

By Justin CriadoJune 10, 2026

Nuclear Power Trio, which comprises Trump, Putin and Kim Jong Un, will make its live debut this weekend at the first-ever Flatline Fest.

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Meet Trouble’s Braids, Boulder’s coven-country folk band
Features

Meet Trouble’s Braids, Boulder’s coven-country folk band

By Justin CriadoJune 9, 2026

The goth-folk band will celebrate its new EP release at Roots Music Project on June 13.

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