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

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Catch these free concerts in Denver this June
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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
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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.

Meet Trouble’s Braids, Boulder’s coven-country folk band
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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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How Denver’s Trackyon Music is rewriting the rules for independent artists

By Cleo MirzaJune 8, 2026

The independent label was founded by Hanzo The Phantom, who will be joining Don MegaTron, TheyCallHimAP and Ray Reed to open for Juvenile at the Ogden.

Robots at Red Rocks? A look behind the venue’s sound mitigation
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Robots at Red Rocks? A look behind the venue’s sound mitigation

By Justin CriadoJune 8, 2026

Local production company Greater Than Entertainment has brought state-of-the-art speakers to the venue for particular shows.

Bluebook Performing at Indiewood Street Festival
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Indiewood Street Festival brought the heat (and no shade): Review

By Emily FergusonJune 7, 2026

The festival marked its second iteration in Englewood, and saw sets from local legends like Bluebook.

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The best new music releases from Colorado artists in May
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The best new music releases from Colorado artists in May

By Justin CriadoJune 1, 2026

From indie offerings to punked-up hip hop, here’s the best local music to add to your playlist.

members of Meta and the Barkada
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Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with all-Filipino Hip-Hop band Meta and the Barkada

By Cleo MirzaMay 29, 2026

All five members represent different regions, languages and cultures that exist under the wide umbrella of Filipino identity.

sunstoney
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SZA gives a Denver musician her stamp of approval

By Emily FergusonMay 29, 2026

Imagine waking up to a notification from SZA.

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EDM and melodic metal? That’s what Signs of Tranquility is all about
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EDM and melodic metal? That’s what Signs of Tranquility is all about

By Justin CriadoMay 28, 2026

The Denver band plays Moe’s Original BBQ on Friday, May 29, before heading on tour.

waxpool
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Waxpool is Denver’s latest indie-rock band you need to know

By Emily FergusonMay 27, 2026

The band will play its first headlining show at the hi-dive this weekend, which serves as a celebration for the band’s debut EP.

Meet the Denver band that’s pioneering Americana black metal
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Meet the Denver band that’s pioneering Americana black metal

By Justin CriadoMay 27, 2026

“What we’re doing is trying to put a Colorado stamp on things.”

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The Mañanas: Meet FLORA RiNo’s first artist-in-residence
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The Mañanas: Meet FLORA RiNo’s first artist-in-residence

By Justin CriadoMay 26, 2026

The Denver psych band will be premiering new music and playing Outside Days this week.

Keenan TreVon
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Keenan TreVon could be Denver’s breakout R&B star. But is the city giving him his flowers?

By Cleo MirzaMay 21, 2026

“You could make the best music on the planet, and it won’t matter if no one is buying it.”

Kalyn Heffernan
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Wheelchair Sports Camp goes punk on scintillating new album

By Emily FergusonMay 20, 2026

The release will be celebrated at Meow Wolf tonight, with Jello Biafra and other special guests.

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Denver Band French Cuffs Unleashes Excellent Debut Album
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Denver Band French Cuffs Unleashes Excellent Debut Album

By Tim WeighartMay 15, 2026

The alternative rock group’s exploration of the genre they love will pump you up, break you down and leave you begging for more.

Devotchka playing UMS 2025
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Underground Music Showcase Drops 2026 Lineup

By Emily FergusonMay 14, 2026

This year’s UMS schedule includes 160 local Colorado bands and musical acts, in addition to national headliners.

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Who Would’ve Guessed? Longmont Has a Thriving Young Punk Scene

By Zachary ViscontiMay 13, 2026

It’s on the up and up. And some of the state’s most beloved punk bands will play there this weekend.

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A Local Musician Has Cancer. The Scene Is Throwing a Two-Day Party to Support Him

By Michael RobertsMay 11, 2026

The Oriental’s Chris Fest benefits Chris Dellinger, a local music legend fighting stage 4 prostate cancer.

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