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New Frontiers: How the Jamgrass Genre Originated in Colorado

By Nick Hutchinson

Sep 15, 2023

From Hot Rize to Yonder Mountain to SCI, these ten bands from Colorado innovated jamgrass by blending rock and jam sounds with the traditions of bluegrass.

RIP: Robbie Robertson, Legendary Leader of The Band

Robbie Robertson digs into his past so he can move into the future.

By Michael Roberts

Aug 9, 2023

Back in 1998, we spoke with him about The Underworld of Redboy...and so much more.

Ason Yugen Pays Homage to Hip-Hop's Roots on The Wolf & The Social Club

By Cleo Mirza

Jul 27, 2023

Denver hip-hop artist Ason Yugen explores the idea of social media as an alternate universe on his debut album, The Wolf & The Social Club.

New DIY Experimental-Rock Festival Hits South Broadway Venues in August

By Justin Criado

Jul 26, 2023

Four local musicians created Ghost Canyon Fest, which will bring national and local experimental-rock bands to the hi-dive, Skylark and Mutiny.

How Wormhole Created a New Metal Subgenre

By Justin Criado

Jul 24, 2023

The innovative Baltimore band plays Trailside Saloon this week.

Locate S,1 Heals From Childhood Trauma on New Album

By Aubrey Cox

Jul 21, 2023

The indie singer plays Larimer Lounge on Sunday, July 23.

MF Ruckus Refused to Quit During Tough Times

By Justin Criado

Jul 20, 2023

Local rock band MF Ruckus is releasing a new album and plays a concert in Denver this weekend at the Bluebird Theater.

Alt-J, moe. and Every New Denver Concert Announcement

By Chris Speed

Jul 20, 2023

Tickets for moe. at the Ogden and alt-j at Mission Ballroom go on sale Friday, July 21. Other announcements include Playboi Carti at Ball Arena and Above & Beyond at Red Rocks.

Hawthorne Heights Brings Emo Festival to Denver With Alkaline Trio, PUP and More

By Justin Criado

Jul 18, 2023

Don’t forget to update your MySpace Top 8 and break out the digital cameras.

Punk Rock Saves Lives Festival Raises Mental Health Awareness With Punk Bands

By Justin Criado

Jul 18, 2023

Second Punk Rock Saves Lives set for July 21-22 at Ratio Beerworks

Global Dance Fest, STS9 and the Best Concerts in Denver This Week

By Chris Speed

Jul 17, 2023

Global Dance Festival celebrates twenty years while 50 Cent also rings in the twentieth anniversary of his debut album, "Get Rich or Die Tryin," at Ball Arena.

Black-Metal Legends of Profanatica Still Hate God

By Justin Criado

Jul 17, 2023

Profantica brings its black mass to Globe Hall on Tuesday with local opener Helleborus.

Sponsored Content Creates Denver's Summer Anthem With New Single

By Emily Ferguson

Jul 14, 2023

Drop what you're doing and listen to this new single — you won't regret it!

Nathaniel Riley Releases Debut Album, Bird Songs

By Adam Perry

Jul 14, 2023

Nathaniel Riley plays Dharma Farm in Longmont on July 15.

Local Metalcore Group Leveler Is Set to Unleash New Record

By Justin Criado

Jul 13, 2023

“You can expect originality while still getting that nostalgic feel of that metalcore that you grew up with."

The Eagles, Papadosio and Every New Denver Concert Announcement

By Chris Speed

Jul 13, 2023

And don't miss the Shrek Rave at the Fox in August!

The Eagles Announce Final Tour, Add Second Show in Colorado

By Westword Staff

Jul 12, 2023

"The Long Goodbye" will be the Eagles' final tour, in which the band will play with Steely Dan.

Seventh Circle’s Pandemic Transformation Into a Healthier DIY Venue

By Zachary Visconti

Jul 12, 2023

Seventh Circle Music Collective is one of Denver's longest-standing DIY venues, taking over where Blast-O-Mat left off.

Metalachi Combines Heavy Metal and Mariachi at HQ This Weekend

By Justin Criado

Jul 12, 2023

The strange band, which is sponsored by Screwball Peanut Butter Whiskey, plays HQ on Friday.

Denver Vibe Fest Announces Musicians Playing Mike Johnston's Inauguration

By Emily Ferguson

Jul 11, 2023

The lineup includes Isaac Slade (of The Fray), Flobots, The Motet, Maddy O'Neal, The Mañanas, Brothers of Brass and more Colorado-grown acts.

Music

Remembering Jerome Kern

David Booker's Remarkable Career

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Remembering Jerome Kern

David Booker's Remarkable Career

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