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The Holler! Offering Something to Music Lovers of All Ages
by Charlie Sullivan Northern Colorado’s The Holler! is one of those bands you’re going to have to take a chance on. The crew has a powerful punchy Americana sound with no boundaries; heavy on bluegrass and folk with a little rock for flavor. Michael Kirkpatrick (vocals, mandolin) founded the band 10 years ago as an […]
The Manager’s Corner September 2012
by Chris Daniels I’ve managed my own band since the 1980s, and despite the amazing change in technology, success in the music business is built around four tried and true elements: great music, really hard work and timing (often mistaken for luck). The other key element is getting the help you need to make […]
Lotus, EOTO, and Emancipator Preview
by Corey Blecha One of Denver’s most beloved jam bands, Lotus, will be making a stop in Denver to play at Red Rocks on September 8, and they will be bringing special guests EOTO and Emancipator! All the performers have strong ties to Colorado, so the masses will be out early, tie-dye in full […]
Theophilus London: Remolding Electronic Hip-Hop
by: Brett Harker “These kids paid money to have a sweet experience,” explained Theophilus to his crew before commencing the chant of his hit song “I Stand Alone.” A skinny MC from Brooklyn, Theophilus bounced onto stage with skin tight jeans, a black blazer, and a heavy gold chain only a microphone could complement. Aside […]
My Morning Jacket
by Anthony Lee Photo Credit: Ted Davis Trombone Shorty and Band of Horses opened for My Morning Jacket, who performed at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on August 3, 2012. Trombone Shorty opened the show and fueled the enthusiastic crowd with their sophisticated jazz funky tunes. Followed by Band of Horses who, despite the windy and overcast weather, […]
Colbie Caillat-Review
by Wendy Villalobos Photo credit: Miles Chrisinger There is not another performing artist that I can think of that sounds as refreshing and calming as Colbie Calliat. The performance at the Fillmore was nothing short of enjoyable, and her stage presence matched the excitement that could be felt in the audience. Various different age groups […]
Time Traveler’s Circus
by Kingmi Baby On Aug. 17, I ventured into the woods just beyond Colorado Springs to find the Time Travelers Circus, a fantastic steam-punk event hosted on the Happy Ass Ranch. Despite being a total pain in the ass to find, attending the Time Travelers Circus was worth the drive. From the moment I set […]
Michael Franti and Spearhead
by Rhapsody Berg Michael Franti started Spearhead in 1994 and has been constantly writing upbeat, uplifting songs drawing influence from all over the place including funk, reggae, hip hop and rock. On the first day of New West Fest they headlined the Mountain Avenue stage with the show simulcast on the Library park stage (due […]
The Great American Taxi at New West Fest
by Hannah Lintner Great American Taxi played in Old Town Square on the final day of New West Fest. The band consists of Vince Herman on guitar and mandolin, Chad Staehly on keys, Jim Lewin on guitar, Chris Sheldon on drums, and Brian Adams on bass. All members contribute to forming the band’s vocals. Herman, […]
DeVotchKa at New West Fest
by Hannah Lintner DeVotchKa, based out of Denver, played the Mountain stage on Sunday afternoon. The four piece multi-instrumental ensemble has quite a following in Fort Collins; the entire area was packed before the band had even sound checked. DeVotchKa, a name taken from the Russian word meaning ‘girl,’ is made up of a group […]
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