LOCAL NEWS
Why Music Matters-Day 6
It’s the sixth day of Music Matters May- Reason #6 music matters: Music has the ability to express things that most of us cannot. Come celebrate Music Matter May with Flobots.org, changing lives through music every day! Tickets available now adreproductions.webconnex.com/music_Music_Matters_May
World Poetry Open Mic
by Kingmi Baby In the new age of tech, connection with people from all over the world has become easier than ever before. Artists, musicians, poets, etc., have moved online to bring attention to, and distribute, their work. However, with such a large amount of people doing this in an attempt to get recognition, [...]
The 2013 Capitol Hill People’s Fair – An Art and Music Festival with Something for Everyone!
by Andrea Furness, Capitol Hill People’s Fair Assistant Director andreafurness@chundenver.org On Saturday and Sunday, June 1 and 2, Denver’s Civic Center Park will once again come alive with the sights and sounds of the annual Capitol Hill People’s Fair. The People’s Fair is produced by Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods, a registered Denver neighborhood organization dedicated to [...]
Please Welcome our Newest Contributor, Carin Dawn!
Please help us welcome our newest contributor to Shop Talk, Colorado Native, singer-songwriter, Carin Dawn. In her own words, she describes what has brought music to her life: by Carin Dawn Remember bell-bottoms, lava lamps, black light posters, foosball, and tie dyed t-shirts? Now, throw in the influence of Grandfunk Railroad, the Eagles, Bread, a [...]
Kory Brunson-Goodbye Insurance, Hello Music
by Tim Wenger Kory Brunson is a man with a vision. His country/rock outfit has reached #76 and #63 on the National Country Radio charts in the last couple years, and things continue to look up with their upcoming release. Not everyone has the guts to throw away the luxuries and convenience of a steady [...]
Strainwise-Higher Living
by Leah Fay Located all around the Denver metro area, Strainwise is a name you don’t want to forget. After opening their first location, The Sanctuary, back in 2009, the owners knew it was time to expand with more shops. Strainwise has since opened The Retreat, The Ridge, The Shelter, The Reserve, The Annie’s (in [...]
LOCAL NEWS
Upper Colfax Root 40 Music Fest: ‘Seven Days of Music and the Business of Making Music.”
by Tim Wenger Mark your calendars for April 21-27. The second annual Upper Colfax Root 40 Music Fest is hitting, of course, at the Upper Colfax business district, which runs from the State Capitol east to Columbine St. Those familiar with the area, or with Denver’s music community, have undoubtedly spent their fair share of [...]
Michael Zucker, Working Both Sides of the Tracks
by Charlie Sullivan photo credit: Tyler Rollins I’m always amazed when I find a talent like Michael Zucker (guitars, vocals) operating somewhat unnoticed on the local music scene. I was shopping at Absolute Vinyl and noticed a Zucker record on the wall. The cover grabbed my attention; I took a chance, gave it a spin, [...]
The First Lady of Denver’s Bringing Back the Arts
Denver’s First Lady, Ms. Mary Louise Lee, is presenting the “Bringing Back the Arts” music competition at the Bluebird Theater on April 14th at 6:30 p.m. Students of Denver Public Schools submitted their songs to KS107.5 in March, and the finalists from that competition will perform live at the Bluebird Theater on April 14, and [...]
The Vote is In – Music Matters
by Jami Duffy There is an understanding– spoken and unspoken – that young people are more engaged in their education if they are also involved in creative activities. Having growing up with both a love of art, and with reasonable athletic ability, I found myself on the volleyball court, the track field, sculpting and [...]
SF-1Video Release for “Rhapsody”
“SF1, an emcee, dancer, producer and actor from Denver, CO, has recently released his sophomore album “Inamorata” which is Italian for “a woman with whom one is in love or has an intimate relationship.” After completing a successful Kickstarter Campaign in late 2012, SF1 raised enough money to produce a professional music video for the [...]
Sam Lee CD Release @ the Oriental Theater April 26
Denver’s own Sam Lee is dropping his 1st full-length album, Raise Your Flag, at a CD release show on April 26, at the Oriental Theater. The show is at 8pm, and ticket are $10. Check out the songs here, https://soundcloud.com/sam-lee-1/sets/raise-your-flag/s-saA9o and don’t miss the live performance on the 26th. Denver locals, the Yawpers and Eldren will be [...]
BUZZWORTHY
ReverbNation Featured Artists of the Month- May
Policulture is a seven-piece roots reggae band from Boulder, Colorado. Policulture emanates heavy drum and bass, roots rhythm, a melodic horn section, and conscious lyrics. They represent reggae music by blending culture, identity, and musical freedom. Established in 2010 out of the University of Colorado this group of musicians quickly developed their foundation and continues to grow [...]
Comedic Team The Grawlix Feature Nick Spreigl From Air Dubai Musically for New Online TV Show
by Tim Wenger A collection of Denver-based filmers, actors known as The Grawlix, and even Air Dubai drummer Nick Spreigl, have come together on a web-based TV series called “Those Who Can’t.” Entered into Amazon.com’s brand new Amazon Studios, the show is based around three high school teachers plotting revenge on a student who has [...]
Bad Religion Rocks Fillmore
by Tim Wenger As cliché as it might sound, things change as we get older. Priorities in life shift around, and nothing seems to make as much sense as it did when you were younger. If you look deep enough within yourself, you learn what really makes you happy and what is truly important. With [...]
ReverbNation Featured Artists of the Month
LoadstoneD An English teacher, a firefighter/graphic designer, a doctor, and a guy with a slate of music degrees? Yep–that’s LoadStoneD! And they’re your “kinda crazy”! Brought together in the summer of 2011 and based in Denver, Colorado, LoadStoneD is Chris Shoults (rhythm guitar, vocals), Dave Sandusky (drums), Dan Baker (bass), Tim Buckman (lead guitar)–and [...]
Tone Dynamix Presents Valentine’s Day Soiree @ Herman’s Hideaway
by: Jonathan McNaughton Herman’s Hideaway was the place to be for the Valentine’s Day Soiree on February 14, 2013. I first off want to apologize to the artist Elusive. I was running late so I missed your set, but I hear it was good. Sid Madrid was on stage when I arrived, and he [...]
Between the Covers-Angry Chick Rock
by Torch I am sitting at the Grammys and when they went to commercial the audience watched highlights of past shows. I was watching Melissa Etheridge just nail a tribute to Janis Joplin, and I hear a guy behind me say how he likes when she sings stuff like that but hates it when [...]
BUZZWORTHY
Between the Lines-”Mother Cluckin’” Review
by Tim Wenger We ventured outside the box for a book that is even more outside the box for this month’s Between the Lines. “Mother Cluckin’” by James J. Krefft seeks to become the new bible for the modern avid prankster. The book is a collection of pranks for just about any situation imaginable, and [...]
Novus Folium Reunite For String of Shows
by Tim Wenger Novus Folium is back, at least for a little while. And by back, they are back without the vivid personality of Jonathan Lee holding down the duties of front man. Instead, Anthony Hamilton, who in addition to his spot in the band Nemesys has sung in a handful of Denver acts, will [...]
Chimney Choir-Recording Music in a new Direction
by Tim Wenger Denver’s Chimney Choir is in the very long process of releasing a new album, and they are taking their time. It could almost be said that they are teasing their fans, giving them just the tip four separate times before they get the full orgasmic experience. It could also be looked at [...]
Late Night Denver Variety Show
by Tim Wenger If you’ve been around the Denver scene for a while, you may know of (or at least have heard some stories involving), John Rumley. He has been playing in bands in the Denver scene for thirty years, including performances with Slim Cessna’s Auto Club. His latest venture, Late Night Denver, is a [...]
Mohawks, Mosh Pits, and Plaid, Hell Yeah!
photo credit: Steve Cohen Breckenridge Spring Fever Bud Light Concert Series is closing out the 2012-2013 season with Epic Live Shows on Peak 8—for free! I can think of many ‘perfect storms,’ but last weekend (April 6 and 7) and this weekend (April 13 and 14) are climbing to the top of my list. [...]
ReverbNation Featured Artists of the Month
ReverbNation Featured Artists of the Month is back with five of the Denver area’s most unique sounds. This monthly feature, as those of you who have been following have surely noticed, gives an opportunity for artists who we haven’t previously had on our radar to get featured in the magazine, and has showcased everything [...]
A-SIDES / REVIEWS
Little Goose
by Tim Wenger Little Goose has got some funkiness to their take on rock and roll, and their new record Classic Gent showcases it finely. Heavy wah pedal kicks the disc off on the title track “Classic Gent,” an upbeat number that sets the mood for the rest of the album. The next couple tracks [...]
And The Black Feathers
by Tim Wenger …And The Black Feathers bring something fresh to Denver’s music scene with their new record Love on the Lam. Hints of Black Keys, Jack White and some good ole’ rockin’ soul music stick out throughout the disc, with hard-hitting (even if sometimes distorted) vocals taking the forefront. Like many well produced rock [...]
Poet’s Row Album Review
by Tim Wenger Denver has a wide variety of folk music, and Poet’s Row is one that stands out from the crowd. Their new self-titled full length is thirteen songs of emotion and soul stemming from bluesy guitar riffs, harmonic vocals and that stingy smell of cheap whisky that never seems to come off your [...]
Joshua Radin-Wax Wings CD Review
by Jenn Cohen Photo courtesy of Radin’s Mgt. Even if you’re not familiar with his name, chances are good that you’ve heard Joshua Radin’s music. He is most notoriously known for the songs that make you cry on T.V. shows and movie soundtracks. His soothing delivery, both instrumentally and vocally, make his songs [...]
Kingman Brewster-Starving Artist EP Review
by Tim Wenger Kingman Brewster is one of those groups that can cross genre lines with ease, and they demonstrate that ability on their new EP Starving Artist. The four songs on the disc demonstrate influence from, and bring to mind, the sounds of hip-hop artists such as Atmosphere and Tupac, and the group throws [...]
Plan B Rejects-CD Review
by Tim Wenger Hardcore punk rock has held many names in the Mile High City, and Plan B Rejects are establishing themselves as one of the players currently carrying that torch in this town. Their debut EP throws six hard-hitting tracks smack into the face of the (probably not unsuspecting) listener. The track “Breaking Point” [...]
A-SIDES / REVIEWS
Ben Hanna-CD Review
by Tim Wenger Ben Hanna describes himself as “post-suburban Americana.” Before we proceed any further, Colorado Music Buzz is going to attempt to define this term, in order to increase the understanding of the remainder of this article, if not the actual album itself. The Americana part rings true with slow picking acoustic guitar, the [...]
Na’an Stop-CD Review
by Tim Wenger Where else would a band called Na’an Stop be from, but Boulder? The five-piece drops songs that are reminiscent of their classic reggae forefathers, but what really stands out about these guys (that often goes unnoticed in the reggae world) is the guitar. The upstrokes are very prominent throughout the record. Not [...]
Crashopper- Debut EP
by Tim Wenger Crashopper has released a funked-out, danceable (if at times a bit jammy) debut EP on their ReverbNation page. The album features Ben Ford on vocals, sounding a lot like a Stephen Tyler and Trey Anastasio mix, with quick but steady drum beats underneath. The guitar riffs are funky, and the band adds [...]
Mary Beth Cross-Beyond Good and Evil-CD Review
by Tim Wenger Her voice is reminiscent of sixties folk music. Her guitar work is soothing and sits perfectly underneath her vocals. Mary Beth Cross has a record to define herself in Beyond Good and Evil. A good cross between folk and Americana, the album maintains a steady tempo and is an easy listen, bringing [...]
Laroy and Co-Worth Reckoning CD Review
by Tim Wenger Denver acoustic rock trio Laroy and Co strike a new chord for Mile High music with their new full length Worth Reckoning. Well-placed harmonies define the vocals, with quick guitar riffs and fast picking backing them up. The opening track “This Charade” has the guitar bringing a Spanish feel; an interesting and [...]
Jon Wirtz-Tourist CD Review
by Tim Wenger Jon Wirtz has got variety. In an age where there is a sub-genre for every sound, and all it takes to create a new style of music is to take any word and add “-core” to it, Wirtz bucks the trends and creates a sound derivative of many of the genres that [...]
NATIONAL NEWS
Bullet for my Valentine caps off a Stellar Lineup at the Fillmore
by Ryan Edwards photo credit: Miles Chrisinger One of my favorite things about going to a show is having the privilege of seeing the opening acts. While many fans might not be interested in the first or second act, I love seeing bands that I have never heard of in a live show at an [...]
Stick to Your Guns sells out the Marquis
by Max Giffin The Marquis Theatre sold out on April 3 when hardcore bands Stick To Your Guns, Stray From The Path, and The Ghost Inside played. Despite another sold out show at the Summit featuring hardcore and metal artists, the turn out was phenomenal. Stick To Your Guns from Orange County, CA, had a [...]
Anberlin Gets the Gothic Moving
by Ryan Edwards photo credit Ted Davis You know a venue is solid when it can pack the house on a Tuesday night. It also tells you the headlining band has a hell of a following. Florida natives, Anberlin, started back in 2002 and since then have toured nationally multiple times and launched six albums [...]
Three Days Grace/Shinedown/POD-Review
by Ryan Edwards This is like no other show that I have seen before, because I had no idea what to expect, and I’m sure I wasn’t the only one. Weeks before this tour began, Adam Gontier (vocals) resigned from Three Days Grace and was replaced by Matt Walst from My Darkest Days, which dozens of [...]
Imagine Dragons @ Fillmore, March 23, 2013
by Wendy Villalobos photo credit Miles Chrisinger There are only a few bands that truly inspire me. There are even less bands that portray themselves as humble individuals, especially those that have reached a level of stardom which allows them to travel the world to put on shows. On Saturday, I came face to face [...]
Finn’s IN with THE DARKNESS
by Brett Finn Courtesy of Pirate Pigeon Presents Intrigued is how I felt. Sitting in the vast greenroom at Summit Music Hall with Dan Hawkins (Guitar, backing vocals) of The Darkness, he takes a moment for us while on their final U.S. gig before a long travel home. He is calm, has a warm [...]
SHOP TALK
Nate Cook and Josh Lee are Sick of Being Nice
by Jenn Cohen Denver’s Nate Cook (the Yawpers), and Josh Lee (Eldren) are sick of people being nice, so they’ve formed a partnership, a “cross-genre, unholy marriage of men,” they say collectively, laughing. “It’s more than just playing shows together,” says Lee. “We started talking about doing a podcast together in a general effort to [...]
New Band Member Mad Libs
Name a profession Noun Name an element Adjective Plural noun Adjective Plural noun Verb Local venue Song title Verb Verb Name a sex toy Noun Advertisement for a New Band Member Needed one (1._______________) who can play a (2._______________) with wicked precision. We are a top (3. ____________) band with our own (4. ____________) sound. [...]
Between The Covers-Check Yourself
by Torch We may all need to stop and catch our breath as we head into the summer concert season. April was such an intense month with all the events that occurred, including the 4-20 shooting in Civic Center Park. Everyone got a giggle when first time newscaster A.J. Clemente started his on camera career [...]
The Manager’s Corner For May 2013
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 that [...]
Pit Stop Vol. 1-Courtesty in the Photo Pit, Please!
by Jenn Cohen logo credit: unguarde.dk Yay! Your bff’s cousin’s friend got you a photo pass for a concert! Congratulations! No, really, congrats. However, before you jump into the photo pit with your shiny new camera or . . . (insert gag reflex here) iPhone, there are a few basics you should consider. Let’s start [...]
The Manager’s Corner- April 2013
by Chris Daniels photo courtesy of Google Images 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 [...]
PHOTOS
Vampire Weekend @ Red Rocks May 20th Photos By Miles Chrisinger
With Of Monsters and Men, High Highs
INTERVIEWS
Rex Brown: The Official Truth Book Review and Interview
by Brandon Marshall While Rex Brown may have been a monster on the bass, creating a wall of sound during his tenure with Pantera, he remained largely silent and let the music do the talking. Very rarely would Brown grant interviews, guarding his rock-star mystique in the age of the Internet and social media, until [...]
Cheers Elephant is Bringing Their Charm to 5280
by Harrison Welshimer photo courtesy of band Facebook page Earlier this month Jordan Del Rosario, lead guitarist for the Philadelphia band, Cheers Elephant, contacted me. They’re going to be playing three dates across the Front Range as part of their nationwide tour, including March 29 at the Buffalo Rose, March 30 at the GNU Space in Fort Collins, and March [...]
Seventh Circle Music Collective-an Interview with Aaron Saye
by Tim Wenger photo credit: Adam Hughes, Silver and Cold Photography Seventh Circle Music Collective, at 2935 W. 7th Ave in Denver, has become a hot spot for DIY all-ages shows across a variety of genre lines. Everything from young locals playing their first show, to punk legends like Agent Orange, has graced the stage. [...]
SHINY TOY GUNS-Tour with the Dirty Heads
Los Angeles electro-rock band SHINY TOY GUNS recently released their latest album III this past October via Five Seven Music, which features the first new material by the original line-up in five years and the first single, “Somewhere To Hide.”The quartet teamed up with legendary mixer Tony Maserati (Lady Gaga, Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Alicia Keys) to finalize and sharpen the new 2012 sound [...]
Damian Burford: “I didn’t want to listen to music. I wanted to listen to people talk about music. . .”
by Tim Wenger photo from MySpace CMB: First things first. Let’s hear how this podcast got started, a little about your background, and how you began to get people’s attention. DB: When I was a wee little lad living in the desolate wasteland that was my hometown of Shreveport, Louisiana, I had a monthly [...]
Drew Schofield Interview
by Tim Wenger Colorado Music Buzz reviewed Drew Schofield’s album Away We Go in our January 2013 issue, saying that, “His melodies are basic, allowing the vocals to shine through, but never lacking that captivating sentiment necessary to push the desired emotion effortlessly across the table, an easy grasp for Schofield’s audience.” CMB is not the only new fan [...]
EVENTS
Mile High Bass Camp Returns to Longmont
BASS PLAYERS: MILE HIGH BASS CAMPRETURNS TO LONGMONT FOLLOWED UP BY ANNUAL ROCKY MOUNTAIN BASS SLAM World renowned Bassists Chuck Rainey, Doug Johns and Quintin Berry , will share their knowledge for a half day on Saturday June 8 from 1:30pm – 4pm. Mojo’s MusicAcademy in Longmont is gearing up for their fifth [...]
Hi-Strung-CD Review
by Tim Wenger I am not sure what the appropriate mood would be to listen to Hi-Strung, Denver’s take on ominous indie rock with hints of orchestra and pop vocals. Perhaps it would be right before heading out on a date, to take your mind off the anxious thoughts plaguing your brain. Or perhaps it [...]
2nd Annual Project Acoustic Denver – 4Perzi brings Acoustic Show Back to Denver
Denver, Colorado, April 15th, 2013 – With preparations under way for the 2nd Annual Project Acoustic Denver, there is a buzz in the air about this unique event in its second year presented by 4Perzi Entertainment and brought to you by Music Go Round. The event starts with a New Talent Showcase at the Music [...]
Great White Featuring Jack Russell Hits Roxy April 6
by Tim Wenger You may have heard of Great White. But what you may not have heard of is Great White Featuring Jack Russell. The original band split up in the early 2000’s, made official in November of 2001 when front man Jack Russell announced the end of the group. Since then, controversy has ensued, and [...]
People’s Fair – calling all volunteers!
CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! Volunteers Needed for the 42nd Annual CHUN Capitol Hill People’s Fair Denver, Colo. – April 2, 2013 – Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods, Inc., is now recruiting volunteers for the 42nd Annual CHUN Capitol Hill People’s Fair to be held at Civic Center Park on June 1 and 2, 2013. The power behind the [...]
Thicker Than Thieves Bring SoCal Reggae Rock To Herman’s April 2
by Tim Wenger San Diego reggae-rockers Thicker Than Thieves will be hitting Herman’s Hideaway April 2 on their Spring tour. Smooth and mellow, their music is the perfect party sound. Forming in 2000, they epitomize the SoCal reggae-rock sound of bands like Slightly Stoopid and The Expendables. A good fit at a venue like Herman’s, [...]
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CHUN CAPITOL HILL PEOPLE’S FAIR STREET CLOSURE INFORMATION: Event dates: June 1 & 2, 2013
Thursday, May 30 – 7:00pm: Bannock from Colfax Ave. to 14th Ave. Friday, May 31 – 9:00am: 14th Ave. from Cherokee to Broadway 14th Ave. from Broadway to Lincoln Cheyenne Place from Broadway to Colfax Bannock from 13th Ave. to 14th Ave. Friday, May 31 – 7:00pm: 14th Ave. from Broadway to Lincoln Colfax from Cherokee to Lincoln 14th Street [...]
Vampire Weekend @ Red Rocks May 20th Photos By Miles Chrisinger
With Of Monsters and Men, High Highs
The Midnight Circus with Roniit, Glass Delirium, and many more . . . Bluebird Theater August 3, 2013
Roniit • The Bluebird Theater • August 3rd • 16+ $10adv $15 • www.roniit.com/tix • www.bluebirdtheater.net “If melodramatic anime movies featuring star-crossed lovers had good soundtracks for a change, they would probably sound a lot like what Roniit Alkayam has been doing for the past couple of years. Alkayam has been a purveyor of moody, ethereal, electronic pop [...]
Black Moth Super Rainbow at the Bluebird
by Joel Center For the past ten years, one group alone has been at the forefront of psychedelic Indietronica; Black Moth Super Rainbow. Founded by songwriter/producer TOBACCO in the woods of western Pennsylvania, BMSR is a group that sounds like nothing you’ve ever heard before. Packed full of synths, keys, pads, vocoders, and occasionally a [...]
ReverbNation Featured Artists of the Month- May
Policulture is a seven-piece roots reggae band from Boulder, Colorado. Policulture emanates heavy drum and bass, roots rhythm, a melodic horn section, and conscious lyrics. They represent reggae music by blending culture, identity, and musical freedom. Established in 2010 out of the University of Colorado this group of musicians quickly developed their foundation and continues to grow [...]
Mile High Bass Camp Returns to Longmont
BASS PLAYERS: MILE HIGH BASS CAMPRETURNS TO LONGMONT FOLLOWED UP BY ANNUAL ROCKY MOUNTAIN BASS SLAM World renowned Bassists Chuck Rainey, Doug Johns and Quintin Berry , will share their knowledge for a half day on Saturday June 8 from 1:30pm – 4pm. Mojo’s MusicAcademy in Longmont is gearing up for their fifth [...]
Why Music Matters-Day 6
It’s the sixth day of Music Matters May- Reason #6 music matters: Music has the ability to express things that most of us cannot. Come celebrate Music Matter May with Flobots.org, changing lives through music every day! Tickets available now adreproductions.webconnex.com/music_Music_Matters_May
Nate Cook and Josh Lee are Sick of Being Nice
by Jenn Cohen Denver’s Nate Cook (the Yawpers), and Josh Lee (Eldren) are sick of people being nice, so they’ve formed a partnership, a “cross-genre, unholy marriage of men,” they say collectively, laughing. “It’s more than just playing shows together,” says Lee. “We started talking about doing a podcast together in a general effort to [...]
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