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Back to School: Disco Lines Headlining CU Boulder, Adds Second Show
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Back to School: Disco Lines Headlining CU Boulder, Adds Second Show

By Justin CriadoFebruary 5, 2026

Thadeus Labuszewski is going back to school April 17-18.

DJ Diesel performing at Mission Ballroom.
Features

Franz Hilberath Launches MP3 LABS

By Justin CriadoFebruary 5, 2026

One of its first projects is a sunrise concert at Vail Mountain Friday, February 6.

Try, Try Again: The Dreamy Synth Beats of mon cher
Features

Try, Try Again: The Dreamy Synth Beats of mon cher

By Tim WeighartFebruary 5, 2026

Meghan Holton’s indie electronic project will bring an evolved sound and a new member to Skylark Lounge February 6

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Band of Brothers: Kung Fu Juice Box Keeps It in the Family
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Band of Brothers: Kung Fu Juice Box Keeps It in the Family

By Justin CriadoFebruary 3, 2026

The Longmont brothers play the Battle of the Bands at Two Moons on February 5.

Making Space Where It Matters: Inside Bruce Trujillo’s Manos Sagrados
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Making Space Where It Matters: Inside Bruce Trujillo’s Manos Sagrados

By Eman El SaiedFebruary 2, 2026

As one of the few Denver venue owners who is both queer and of mixed heritage, Bruce Trujillo is intentional about creating opportunities for marginalized communities.

The Best New Music Releases of January 2026
Critic's Notebook

The Best New Music Releases of January 2026

By Justin CriadoJanuary 30, 2026

The year gets off to a good and loud start with local acts dropping heavy hardcore, lo-fi indie-pop and metal!

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Art of the Protest: Ten Anti-Trump Songs to Blast
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Art of the Protest: Ten Anti-Trump Songs to Blast

By Jason Heller and OthersJanuary 30, 2026

Colorado musicians have been raging against 45 and 47.

The Flesh-Peeling Power of Human Suit
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The Flesh-Peeling Power of Human Suit

By Justin CriadoJanuary 29, 2026

The Fort Collins grinders will play at DIY spot Glob on Friday, January 30.

Denver Hardcore Group Sounds Off on ICE
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Denver Hardcore Group Sounds Off on ICE

By Justin CriadoJanuary 29, 2026

Denver hardcore crew opens for Bane at Gothic Theatre on Saturday, January 31

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Bluegrass Breakout: Don’t Miss Mountain Grass Unit
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Bluegrass Breakout: Don’t Miss Mountain Grass Unit

By Justin CriadoJanuary 29, 2026

Up-and-coming quartet plays Mission Ballroom on Saturday, January 24

Kyle Hollingsworth Band Celebrating New Release With Bill Nershi, Jeff Franca
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Kyle Hollingsworth Band Celebrating New Release With Bill Nershi, Jeff Franca

By Jackson PittsJanuary 29, 2026

The band will be bringing Bill Nershi and Jeff Franca to Cervantes’ on Friday, January 30.

Trip Out With Boulder’s Triune
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Trip Out With Boulder’s Triune

By Justin CriadoJanuary 28, 2026

The prog-core band headlines HQ on Friday, January 30.

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outside of club
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Inside the Disastrous Year That Destroyed Your Mom’s House

By Emily FergusonJanuary 27, 2026

From stacks of wage claims and tax debt to a litigious new owner who uses social media as a weapon, the club had a tumultuous end.

members of Clay Street Unit
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How Clay Street Unit Became One of Colorado’s Top Newgrass Groups

By Emily FergusonJanuary 26, 2026

Clay Street Unit is releasing its debut full-length with a listening show at Cervantes’ Other Side.

Glass Human Is Much More Than Math Rock
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Glass Human Is Much More Than Math Rock

By Justin CriadoJanuary 26, 2026

The Denver band makes its Fort Collins debut at Surfside 7 on Thursday, January 29.

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Colorado Bassist Has Been in ICE Custody for Over a Month

By Zachary ViscontiJanuary 26, 2026

Aurora’s ICE Detention Center is near capacity; one detainee is a bassist from an up-and-coming Colorado band.

A Legendary Rock Band Will Reunite in Denver
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A Legendary Rock Band Will Reunite in Denver

By Justin CriadoJanuary 23, 2026

The band’s seen twenty years of rock and chaos.

Alt-Metal Madness: Sink Into Doom With Old Deer
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Alt-Metal Madness: Sink Into Doom With Old Deer

By Justin CriadoJanuary 21, 2026

With a debut in tow, doomy Denver band Old Deer plays the Federal Theater on January 31.

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Cherished Turns Dreams Into Rock
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Cherished Turns Dreams Into Rock

By Justin CriadoJanuary 20, 2026

The local alt-indie group will have a release show the hi-dive on Thursday, January 22.

Lotus performing at Red Rocks
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Lotus Teases Fresh Material for Two-Night Run at Cervantes’

By Jackson PittsJanuary 15, 2026

The Denver stops give the band room to dig deeper into its catalog.

Sonic Resistance: Flobots Founder to Lead Protest Song Workshop in Denver
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Sonic Resistance: Flobots Founder to Lead Protest Song Workshop in Denver

By Teague BohlenJanuary 15, 2026

Flobots’ Jonny 5 has a new venue for the band’s ongoing social justice work.

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DJs at the Federal Theatre in Denver
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This Will Be a Northside Community Event to Remember

By Emily FergusonJanuary 14, 2026

Federal Nights at the Federal Theatre will celebrate the surrounding community with Latin rhythms.

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