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Emily Ferguson

Emily Ferguson has been the music and culture editor atWestword since November 2021. In her role, Emily writes and edits profiles of local and national musicians, previews of upcoming performances and guides to the best of Denver’s entertainment scene. Her previous work experience includes contributing to the arts sections of the Wall Street Journal, The Spectator and the Free Beacon. While attending the College of Charleston, Emily was a fire performer and worked at music festivals.

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Ozzy Osbourne performing at Ball Arena in 2018.

Remembering Ozzy Osbourne’s Iconic Red Rocks Show

By Emily FergusonJuly 22, 2025

The rock legend passed away at age 76 on July 22.

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Dzirae Gold Brought Profound Jazz Singing and Stories to Our Office: Video

By Emily FergusonJuly 21, 2025

The singer shared stories and her unparalleled vocals at an intimate concert for our members.

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A Special Surprise Is Popping Up at Underground Music Showcase

By Emily FergusonJuly 21, 2025

The local agency Future Garden is hosting renegade shows throughout the festival.

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The Best Country Concerts Touring to Denver

By Emily FergusonJuly 17, 2025

From Parker McCollum and Lainey Wilson to Jason Aldean and Cody Jinks, these are the country shows you won’t want to miss.

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These Are the Summer’s Most Anticipated Red Rocks Concerts

By Emily FergusonJuly 16, 2025

We’ll be daydreaming about these shows until we’re hiking up to the venue to see them.

Singer Dzirae Gold performs at a piano

Dzirae Gold Westword Members Concert Happens This Friday

By Emily FergusonJuly 15, 2025

Dzirae Gold, who won a Best of Denver award for Best Debut Album, is slated to perform on Friday, July 18.

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Katy Perry performed at Ball Arena on Thursday, July 10, 2025, for her Lifetimes Tour.

Screw the Haters: Katy Perry Exceeded Expectations on the Lifetimes Tour

By Emily FergusonJuly 11, 2025

Katy Perry proved all the internet trolls wrong with a stunning, cinematic spectacle that included acrobatics and, yes, actual live singing.

Les Claypool performing on stage at Red Rocks.

Primus Brought the Weird to Red Rocks With a Mind-blowing Performance: Review

By Emily FergusonJuly 10, 2025

Primus is better than ever, surprising the crowd with back-to-back songs from the Brown Album to celebrate drummer John Hoffman’s debut at the legendary venue.

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Paul McCartney Is Coming to Coors Field!

By Emily FergusonJuly 10, 2025

Paul McCartney has just announced a show at Coors Field this fall.

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Is Jared Polis Heady? Let’s Discuss

By Emily FergusonJuly 9, 2025

The Colorado governor was called “heady” after his social media account included posts about Widespread Panic and Phish. As it turns out, Polis wasn’t at the shows.

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The Ultimate Gig: How Primus Found Its New Drummer

By Emily FergusonJuly 8, 2025

John Hoffman shares how he went from drumming in the Louisiana DIY scene to landing a role in his favorite band.

The Best Music Festivals in Colorado This Summer

By Emily FergusonJuly 7, 2025

From Pretty Lights, Of the Trees and King Gizzard holding their own mountain festivals to Denver gatherings like the UMS, these are our picks for the summer.

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This Denver Country Artist Is Already Reaching International Audiences

By Emily FergusonJuly 2, 2025

Someone even flew from Dubai to see him perform in Jackson.

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Diddy Trial in Week Eight: Jury Reaches Verdict

By Emily FergusonJuly 2, 2025

Sean Combs has been found guilty of violating the Mann Act on two counts, but was found not guilty on racketeering and sex trafficking.

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Underground Music Showcase to Shut Down After 2025 Event

By Emily FergusonJuly 1, 2025

Jami Duffy explains why the festival will end after its 25th anniversary this year.

Metallica performed at Empower Field at Mile High on Sunday, June 29, for their two-night run.

Metallica Shows Shatter Empower Field Attendance Records

By Emily FergusonJune 30, 2025

Metallica broke the records for the biggest crowds for two shows at the venue, and its fans brought the most donations to the Red Cross.

Widespread Panic on stage at Red Rocks

Review: Widespread Panic Brought the Heat on First Night at Red Rocks

By Emily FergusonJune 28, 2025

The Southern-rock jam band started strong on its three-night run, which will include the group’s 75th Red Rocks show.

A photo of Sturgill Simpson performing on stage with blue stage lights behind him.

Sturgill Simpson Announces Two-Night Run at Red Rocks

By Emily FergusonJune 25, 2025

Now performing as Johnny Blue Skies, Sturgill Simpson will play three-hour sets for two nights on the Rocks.

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The Federal Theatre Opens This Weekend

By Emily FergusonSeptember 19, 2025

The Federal Theatre will open with two free shows on September 19 and 20.

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Taylor Swift Secures a Restraining Order Against Colorado Stalker

By Emily FergusonJune 11, 2025

The singer expressed she feared “imminent harm” from the ex-convict.

This Denver Artist Just Made the Album of the Summer

By Emily FergusonJune 10, 2025

The album is an expertly arranged debut of Afrofusion beats with moving lyrics that you’ll be singing all season.

Sunstoney performed at the inaugural Indiewood Street Music Festival on Saturday, June 7, 2025.

Indiewood Street Festival Made an Epic, Sold-Out Debut

By Emily FergusonJune 8, 2025

Swallow Hill Music’s inaugural Indiewood Street Festival was a major success, and we’re hoping it starts a new tradition.

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