Camper Van Beethoven-La costa Perdida
by: Sal Christ Photo Credit: Jason Thrasher There’s something about Camper Van Beethoven that simply doesn’t exist in too many rock bands now—like the lustrous experience of ripened ochre or a vintage bottle of scotch that shimmers at just the right point. Maybe it’s the fact that the music isn’t a throwback to any particular […]
Drew Schofield- Away We Go
by Tim Wenger When it comes to singer/songwriters, it takes a lot to stand out from the crowd. Drew Schofield keenly pulls it off on his new record Away We Go. His voice range is impeccable, displayed rightfully on each song, at times reminding me of the way Johnnie Winter from Red Jumpsuit Apparatus seamlessly […]
Venue of the Month-Lincoln’s Roadhouse
by Ryan Edwards It’s not easy to find, but it seems like the best venues are the ones that hide themselves in the nooks and crannies of Denver and the rest of Colorado. Lincoln’s Roadhouse is one of those venues and yet, is known on a national level for its contributions to blues music today. […]
The Foodchain & 9th Wonder Concert Review
by Jonathan McNaughton Photos Credit: Ed Kelly, Next Level Films On December 20, 2012, Denver, Colorado was blessed with a show that exhibited the skilled emcees that Colorado has to offer. Colorado’s own Dj Chonz was the house DJ for the concert that was headlined by Colorado powerhouse the Foodchain, and also featured a DJ-only […]
Hyp-Hop Sells – Sumthin’ 4 tha People Vol.13 “Blu Ca$ino” Preview
by Darnell Teague & Jonathan McNaughton The 13th installment of the Mixtape series Sumthin’ 4 tha People–yes we said 13th installment; to hear releases 1-12, email [email protected]–“Blu Ca$ino” hosted by Bill Kushinton brings a more in-your-face sound that showcases the aggressive side of Hyp-Hop Sells that we normally don’t see. The lead single for the […]
Chris Daniels is going to the 2013 Grammy Awards!
by Torch Chris Daniels is a co-songwriter and a featured soloist on Jumping Jazz Kids. The album is nominated for the Children’s Album of the Year. CMB: How did you get started in this type of project? CD: I have known and worked with Mark Oblinger for years. We worked together on the Spark album, […]
Motionless In White Owns The Night
by Kalyca Lawrence Photo courtesy of Facebook page The enthusiasm of the Motionless In White show was practically tangible in the pulsing of the crowd who had waited through opening acts: Crown the Empire, Upon the Dawning, Stick to Your Guns, and Chelsea Grin. Jesse Barnett, lead vocalist of Stick to Your Guns, took a […]
Support Systems-Building Relationships with Students in Residential Treatment
by Andre Hallman (DJ SYMPL), Youth On Record [email protected] Hello, my name is Andre Hallman. My growth from childhood to adulthood was not the most pleasant experience. The main reason for that is I did not have support systems growing up. As my life was going on, I was at the point of giving up–it […]
Caramel Carmela-Skinny Jeans, Fat Bass-Review
by Jenn Cohen Skinny Jeans, Fat Bass, (released Nov.27), the latest effort by Denver locals, Caramel Carmela, is like a schizophrenic auditory trip. The five tracks, (six if you include a remix), play out consistently inconsistent, and not in a bad way. I kept thinking I had a grip on what the song was […]
When you Actually Should Care About What Celebrities are Doing . . .
A lot can be said about OneRepublic’s front man, Ryan Tedder. His fundamental human compassion has led him to jumpstart numerous charitable organizations, including last night’s 2nd Annual Acoustic Christmas at the Ogden, which raises money for the Children’s Hospital, Food Bank of the Rockies, and the Denver Santa Claus Shop. Performances included Zach Heckendorf, […]
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