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Photos: Legendary Rockers of ZZ Top Prove They've Still Got It at Red Rocks

By Ross Jones

Aug 5, 2025

ZZ Top brought the Elevation Tour to Red Rocks on August 4 with a set full of its timeless blues-rock.

Our Favorite New Music From Colorado Artists This Month

By Justin Criado

Jul 31, 2025

From witch-punk to the weirdest record you might have ever heard, these are the best local releases in July.

CAKE performed at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Thursday, July 24, 2025, with a special two-set performance.

CAKE Brought a Genre-Bending Feast to Red Rocks: Photos

By Brandon Johnson

Jul 25, 2025

CAKE performed at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Thursday, July 24, 2025, with a special two-set performance.

Alabama Shakes performed on stage at Red Rocks on Sunday, July 20, 2025.

Alabama Shakes Electrified Red Rocks in a Triumphant Reunion Show: Review

By Eman El Saied

Jul 21, 2025

The band showed that some things are worth waiting for.

Legendary L.A. Bands X and Los Lobos Play the Paramount

By Teague Bohlen

Jul 16, 2025

Exene Cervenka and Steve Berlin talk about hitting Denver together to celebrate "99 Years of Rock 'n Roll."

The Avett Brothers on stage at Red Rocks performing night one of a three-night run.

The Avett Brother Folk Up Red Rocks: Review

By Brendan Joel Kelley

Jul 12, 2025

The Avett Brothers kicked off night one of its three-night residency at Red Rocks on July 11, and the Boomers went all out.

Les Claypool performing on stage at Red Rocks.

Primus Brought the Weird to Red Rocks With a Mind-blowing Performance: Review

By Emily Ferguson

Jul 10, 2025

Primus is better than ever, surprising the crowd with back-to-back songs from the Brown Album to celebrate drummer John Hoffman's debut at the legendary venue.

Paul McCartney Is Coming to Coors Field!

By Emily Ferguson

Jul 10, 2025

Paul McCartney has just announced a show at Coors Field this fall.

the members of the band Primus pose for a picture

The Ultimate Gig: How Primus Found Its New Drummer

By Emily Ferguson

Jul 8, 2025

John Hoffman shares how he went from drumming in the Louisiana DIY scene to landing a role in his favorite band.

When the Music’s Over: Saying Goodbye to '60s Classic-Rock Legends

By Jason LeValley

Jul 8, 2025

“Stock up on tissues because these stars are gonna be droppin’ from the sky in the next few years.”

Vulfpeck on stage at Red Rocks on Saturday, July 5, 2025.

Vulfpeck Ignites Red Rocks with Groove and Grit: Photos

By Brandon Johnson

Jul 6, 2025

Vulfpeck performed to a sold-out Red Rocks crowd to kick off its 2025 run of shows with Arc De Soleil.

Jimi Hendrix playing guitar in a red silk shirt

Remembering the Denver Pop Festival and the Final Jimi Hendrix Experience Concert

By Dave Herrera

Jun 30, 2025

At this time in 1969, Denver was brimming with hippies for the Denver Pop Festival.

Photos: Drive-By Truckers and Deer Tick Bring the Charm & Decadence Tour to the Ogden

By Ross Jones

Jun 21, 2025

Americana rock was on full display at the Ogden Theatre, with Drive-By Truckers and Deer Tick coheadlining the venue.

Pierce The Veil headlined Red Rocks for their I Can't Hear You World Tour.

Pierce the Veil Ignites Red Rocks with a Thunderous, Sold-Out Spectacle: Photos

By Brandon Johnson

Jun 20, 2025

Pierce the Veil was at Red Rocks for the I Can't Hear You World Tour, which included Sleeping with Sirens and Beach Weather.

A stylized portrait of the band Flesh Tape

Colorado Alt-Rockers Tackle Class Consciousness on Gravesite EP

By Zachary Visconti

Jun 20, 2025

Flesh Tape frontman Larson Ross says, "I'm not in love with the cause — I have no other choice than to pursue it."

Drive-By Truckers Wants No Racist Assholes

By Teague Bohlen

Jun 17, 2025

Drive-By Truckers' Patterson Hood believes the personal is political, and the political is personal.

James Taylor Cements Legend Status at Red Rocks: Review

By Jack Spiegel

Jun 14, 2025

"I just love playing here," said the six-time Grammy-winning artist.

The Gasoline Lollipops Are Back With a Killer New Album

By Justin Criado

Jun 13, 2025

Twelve new songs showcase the band's penchant for swinging between country and cowpunk.

Coldplay on stage at Empower Field at Mile High.

Coldplay Brought a Visual Spectacle to Empower Field: Photos

By Brandon Johnson

Jun 11, 2025

Coldplay stopped by Empower Field for its Music of the Spheres World Tour on Tuesday, June 10.

Photos: Big Head Todd and the Monsters Take Over Red Rocks With Bill Murray, Warren Haynes

By Brandon Johnson

Jun 9, 2025

Bill Murray had the crowd singing along to classic rock hits, Warren Haynes kept everyone dancing, and a rainbow appeared just before BHTM closed out the night.

Rock

Why Murder By Death Is Calling It Quits After Denver Shows

How Wilco Became the Biggest Indie Band This Millennium

Rock

Why Murder By Death Is Calling It Quits After Denver Shows

How Wilco Became the Biggest Indie Band This Millennium

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