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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Rufus “The Wednesday Night EP” (Review)
by Jonathan McNaughton & Darnell Teague “The Wednesday Night EP” is the latest mix-tape release for Rufus. Rufus has an amazing voice that gets exemplified by the masterful beats that are produced by Sunniebeats. Rufus has a sound that is a blend between Musiq Soulchild and Maxwell. His soulful voice is showcased on the track “Heaven,” where Rufus sings his […]
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 […]
DJ Headfridge- Space Honky Review
by Charlie Sullivan This is Grammy-nominated DJ Headfridge’s first release in nearly seven years. Headfridge and T-Bone Records have teamed up with Differential Productions to release this trip hop/funk/vinyl mash-up from beyond the cosmos. The album marks a departure from previous Headfridge releases in that the entire album was recorded live on two turntables (with […]
First Descents Benefit Concert May 4
by Tim Wenger First Descents, a Denver-based organization that puts together outdoor adventures for young people who are battling or have battled cancer, is hosting a benefit concert on May 4. The show will take place at the group’s headquarters at 767 Santa Fe Drive, and features musical guests Sean Renner, deCollage, Laura Goldhamer, and […]
Get Ready for Music Matters May – A Benefit for Youth Music Programs
by Jami Duffy For years, Flobots.org has been looking for ways to collaborate with Denver’s Arts District on Santa Fe, and now we finally get the chance. Music Matters May is just around the corner, a three-weekend concert series that pairs 18 local musicians with 9 galleries throughout the month of May. A suggested donation […]
Eric Martinez-Baptized in Ice-Review
by Tim Wenger Eric Martinez, of Dyrty Byrds fame, brings out a side of himself containing a high dose of rocking, while still remaining mellow, on his new solo record Baptized in Ice. Elements of blues and classic rock mesh with Martinez’ own signature driving rock sound, to create an album that sounds very different […]
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 […]
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