In the Whale–Hi Dive Review
by Tim Wenger In the words of their own drummer, Eric Riley, “Not many other bands in Denver can bring the energy like we do.” In the Whale proved that statement to be true at the Hi-Dive on May 31. It was made inherently obvious, as if it wasn’t before, that this dynamic duo is […]
Andy Palmer,Hazard of the Die-CD Review
by Tim Wenger Andy Palmer’s second full-length album Hazard of the Die is full of heart. Driving, solid guitar lines reach out to pull in the listener, with Palmer’s scratchy, soulful vocals sealing the deal on a solid solo record. Palmer has found his “voice,” and keeps his lyrics easy to understand despite the […]
Acoustic Circus Compilation – Vol II
by the Swami [email protected] Acoustic Circus Vol II is final here! (See the interview with producer Mark Sundermeier in this month’s issue). This is a very well done recording of 18 local artists doing “stripped-down and caught-in-the-raw” versions of their originals. As the title states, the primary instrumentation is guitars, and lots of good performing […]
Catching up with Rocky Mountain Sound Garden
by Tim Wenger Phillip Sparer, co-owner of Rocky Mountain Sound Garden, is on to something. Not only does he have one of the most intimate concert venues in the state, bands can rent out practice studios, set up recording equipment, and as Colorado Music Buzz recently learned, use the multi-faceted space as a place for […]
Musician, Heal Thyself
by Josh Lee In the May issue of Colorado Music Buzz, my colleague, Nate Cook (the Yawpers), and I had the pleasure of being interviewed by the lovely Jenn Cohen; during which, (with a little help from our friend Jack Daniels), we expressed our humble, albeit somewhat rude, opinions about our local music scene […]
Driftin’Suns – Continental Breakfast CD Review
by the Swami [email protected] Driftin’ Suns latest full-length release captures the essence of what the guys do – grindy, semi-mainstream rock with indie flair. Kristian Kerr’s crooning voice and vocal patterns remind me quite a bit of Jerry Lee from local band Wanker, and even a hint of the old-school punk lead singers of the ’70s. […]
The Manager’s Corner-“I’m not in it for my Health” (Levon Helm)
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 […]
Vices I Admire, Still Standing
by Charlie Sullivan For a band that has been on a personnel roller coaster ride the last couple of years, alternative pop rockers Vices I Admire has managed to maintain a formidable presence in the local music scene. Dave Curtis (vocals, guitar) is the lone member of the original 2002 line-up. Dan Battenhouse (bass, […]
Allout Helter-Sinking, We Regress-CD Review
by Tim Wenger Local punk rock hard hitters Allout Helter have finally given us the full-length we’ve all been waiting for. It kicks into gear immediately with “Assume the Imposition,” which, in true Helter form, is a merciless, maybe even satirical, call to social action. The rest of the album follows suit, remaining focused on […]
Highline-CD Review
by Tim Wenger Highline covers a large amount of reggae music’s always-growing spectrum on their new self-titled record. With dancehall-influenced vocals and traditional reggae beats, the guys have put together a style that gets the listeners head banging no matter what they are craving. Although upstroke guitars and melodic keys largely dominate the eleven tracks, […]
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