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Silent Bear- The Green Lion
by Thom Jackson The new record from Silent Bear, entitled The Green Lion, is an ode to just about everything Boulder. Mellow, intrinsic lyrics. Bluesy, jam-influenced guitar riffs. Harmonica. Even the occasional horn line and hand drum. Definitely an eclectic mix of original music. The music is raw and honest. The songs speak of life […]
Boulder’s Indie Acoustic Project Accepting Submissions
The purpose of the Indie Acoustic Project awards is to generate increased awareness of indie artists and record companies by promoting and recognizing outstanding works of innovative, independently produced acoustic music from around the world, and to provide a means of helping the artists to reach a wider audience.The Indie Acoustic Project is now accepting […]
Boulder’s Violet Recordings Seeks to Help Build Music Community
by Tim Wintemute When non-musicians listen to music they often do not notice sound quality, unless the quality is bad. So it is important for musicians to make sure their recordings are high quality and do not make the average music fan cringe. The problem is that in order to get a high quality recording, […]
Indie Acoustic Project Announces Winners
Acoustic Ensemble Acoustic Syndicate Rooftop Garden Little King Dakota Blonde The Love We Build Wind Over Dakota 100 Mile House Wait With Me Chronograph Americana The Green Cards Sweetheart of the Sun Darling Street Milk Carton Kids The Ash & Clay Anti / Epitaph Missouri Mile Exit 214 BHP Instrumental Carolyn Cruso Migrations Blue Heron Paolo Fresu Devil Quartet OTA Hutchinson Andrew Trio Prairie Modern Chronograph Multi-Genre Pierre Bensusan Encore DADGAD Danny […]
The Samples- America
by Tim Wenger The Samples dropped their new record America on December 31 to an upbeat crowd at Herman’s Hideaway. The full-length album showcases the best things about the band- soulful lyrics that touch the emotions in ways that only Sean Kelly has been able to do, and melodic instrumentation that crosses genre lines. Bits […]
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 […]
Gang Forward, OMFG These Guys Rock!!
by Charlie Sullivan Wow, talk about an up-and-coming local act with an in-your-face sonic assault! Gang Forward will reel you in with their alternative-progressive rock creations, riff heavy, with fixating grooves. The moment the crew hits the stage you sense something unique about their presence; they show up with the tools of the trade, and […]
The Yawpers
by Tim Wenger Few bands have climbed the ropes of Colorado’s music scene faster than Boulder’s three-piece Americana rockers the Yawpers. Formed just under a year ago, the band has already landed a relationship with the Vinefield Agency, support from Adventure Records, and will be touring nationally for much of the summer. Not bad for […]
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