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Neil Young & the Chrome Hearts performing at Fiddler's Green

Photos: Neil Young & the Chrome Hearts Bring the Love Earth Tour to Fiddler's Green

By Ross Jones

Sep 2, 2025

Neil Young & the Chrome Hearts were at Fiddler's Green for a packed Labor Day celebration.

musicians performing under psychedelic lighting

Psychs Peak Isn't Riding the Psych-Rock Wave — It's Building It

By Emily Ferguson

Sep 2, 2025

If you missed out on Field of Vision, never fear: Psychs Peak is bringing the genre to the mountains this weekend.

Yungblud performing at Mission Ballroom in Denver

Yungblud Is Shaping the Future of Rock: Review

By Eman El Saied

Aug 29, 2025

Yungblud demonstrated he is worth all the hype at the Denver show, where he announced he'll be at Red Rocks next year.

Dominic Moulin and Marshall Kadlec of Idle Freaks pose for the camera.

Idle Freaks Is Ready to Rock Larimer Square Saturday

By Alexander Hernandez Gonzalez

Aug 18, 2025

"Come celebrate the end of summer with all of us. Let's get freaky."

The six current members of indie rock band Murder By Death stand under some greenery.

Why Murder By Death Is Calling It Quits After Denver Shows

By Alexander Hernandez Gonzalez

Aug 13, 2025

"We're grateful for so many years of support. We have exceeded any hopes or expectations I ever had for this band."

How Wilco Became the Biggest Indie Band This Millennium

By Justin Criado

Aug 13, 2025

The Chicago alt-rockers play Mission Ballroom on Saturday, August 16.

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.

Rock

Photos: Pixies and Spoon Keep the College Radio Vibes Alive at Red Rocks

New Found Glory Is Still Leveling Up Ahead of Denver Show

Rock

Photos: Pixies and Spoon Keep the College Radio Vibes Alive at Red Rocks

New Found Glory Is Still Leveling Up Ahead of Denver Show

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