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Legendary Underground SanFran Act Returns to Denver for the First Time in 14 Years

By Amber Taufen

Jun 6, 2025

The iconic house-music makers defined "underground" and "DIY" long before they became hashtags.

A Q&A With Zeds Dead’s Hooks Ahead of Their Fifth Annual Deadbeats Backyard Jamboree

By Cleo Mirza

Jun 5, 2025

We sat down with Hooks to talk Fourth of July, white whale remixes, and what to expect from the event that is sure to offer maximum party vibes.

DJ Damian Force Plans to Place Denver Under the EDM Dome with New Concert Experience

By Justin Criado

May 19, 2025

Dome Show 360 is set for Friday, June 13, at the Auraria Campus.

The 11 Best DJs and Producers in Denver

By Amber Taufen

Apr 17, 2025

Want house, bass, techno, mash-ups and more? The Mile High City has it all.

Of the Trees Announces Lineup for Telluride Music Festival

By Emily Ferguson

Apr 14, 2025

Camp Alderwild will include Ott., Tycho, Jade Cicada and more opening for Of the Trees at this two-day, all-ages festival.

Saxsquatch Is Real — Just Go to Cervantes'

By Justin Criado

Apr 11, 2025

The sax-playing cryptid will show off his skills at Cervantes’ Masterpiece on Thursday, April 17.

Photos: Ben Böhmer Brings Electrifying Show to Mission Ballroom for His Bloom Live Tour

By Brandon Johnson

Apr 9, 2025

German-based DJ, Ben Böhmer, performed at Mission Ballroom for his Bloom Live Tour.

Photos: Mersiv Blasts Through the Snow at Red Rocks With Packed Set

By Brandon Johnson

Apr 5, 2025

Rain, sleet, or snow couldn’t stop Colorado fans from packing out Red Rocks for Mersiv’s sold-out "Attack on Mars" show.

Skrillex Will Perform a Five-Hour Set at Red Rocks This Summer

By Westword Staff

Apr 2, 2025

Much as he did in 2023, Skrillex will return to Red Rocks with a mind-blowing, five-hour marathon set.

How Disco Lines Went From Boulder Party DJ to Selling Out Red Rocks

By Emily Ferguson

Apr 1, 2025

Disco Lines has sold out his first-ever headlining Red Rocks show.

This Denver DJ Is Set to Make History at Red Rocks

By Justin Criado

Apr 1, 2025

The EDM mastermind will debut a one-of-a-kind sound experience called the Audiosphere at the legendary venue.

A Psychedelic Sound-Healing Journey Is Coming to the Clock Tower

By Emily Ferguson

Mar 24, 2025

"What better way to get people feeling and being inspired by awe than doing it somewhere that's very unique and novel?"

Photos: The Red Rocks 2025 Season Opens With Winter on the Rocks

By Zach Culver

Mar 9, 2025

Gramatik, Chali 2na with the Funk Hunters and more opened the 2025 season of Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

Mr.Kitty, Who Admitted to Child Sexual Abuse in 2021, Cancels Denver Show

By Jason Heller

Feb 10, 2025

The synth-pop musician was due to play the Bluebird Theater on March 20.

Who Is Tokiyoh? Catch This Denver-Based Artist Before He Hits the Mainstream

By Victoria Glidden

Feb 7, 2025

Straight from the snowy Colorado foothills, Tokiyoh is now making his mark on Denver.

The X Games Have a Badass Concert Lineup: Here's Your Guide

By Justin Criado

Jan 15, 2025

Other than on-mountain sets throughout the weekend, the five artists on this year's lineup are also playing Belly Up Aspen next week.

This Collective Is Bringing Raves Around Denver...Including Cheesman Park

By Victoria Glidden

Jan 9, 2025

Even if you think you don't know them, you've probably heard them at Cheesman Park.

These Are the Best EDM Venues in Denver

By Victoria Glidden

Jan 3, 2025

Here in the bass capital, there many different ways to experience EDM on a smaller-venue scale.

How Decadence Became a Yearly Testament to Denver's Love for EDM

By Victoria Glidden

Dec 19, 2024

If Decadence isn't on your NYE bucket list, you are doing it wrong.

Boogie Lights and Crew Are Bringing the Party to Cervantes'

By Victoria Glidden

Dec 5, 2024

In his first headlining show at Cervantes' Masterpiece Ballroom, Denver disco act Boogie Lights is bringing a live band and lots of lights.

EDM

Big Gigantic's New Album Is Your "Soundtrack to the Summer"

Locals Rated Denver’s Dance Scene, and One Score Tanked

EDM

Big Gigantic's New Album Is Your "Soundtrack to the Summer"

Locals Rated Denver’s Dance Scene, and One Score Tanked

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