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Emily Ferguson

Emily Ferguson has been the music 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 music 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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Ten Things to Calm (or Embrace) Your Post-Election Rage

By Emily FergusonNovember 7, 2024

Try to find your calm at a cannabis spa, let it all out at a rage room or just head to the airport and book a one-way ticket to another country.

Kalyn Heffernan of Wheelchair Sports Camp.

Denver Musicians Respond to 2024 Election Results: “Dystopian Dynasty Claims Democracy”

By Emily FergusonNovember 7, 2024

“Based on the results alone, it is clear that this country hates women and marginalized folks. If you didn’t care on a federal level, I hope you begin to care on a local level.”

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Red Rocks Cancels Concert Due to Snow

By Emily FergusonNovember 6, 2024

If Dustin Lynch fans were upset by the election (probably not), they have another disappointment today.

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Rare Photos of Freddie Mercury, Mick Jagger, Eddie Van Halen, More Unearthed in Denver Art Show

By Emily FergusonNovember 5, 2024

Ben Perea’s rediscovered concert photography not only provides rare shots of the biggest icons in rock and roll – it also shows how much concerts have changed.

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Shawn Mendes Opens Up About Sexuality at Red Rocks Show

By Emily FergusonOctober 30, 2024

“I guess I’m just speaking freely now because I just want to be able to be closer to everyone and be in my truth,” the singer said.

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Review: GWAR Slays Multiple Presidents in Bloodbath Concert

By Emily FergusonOctober 28, 2024

From Kamala Harris and Donald Trump to Barack Obama, Abe Lincoln and George Bush, no one was safe from GWAR.

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A Look Back at the Grateful Dead’s Colorado Connections

A Look Back at the Grateful Dead’s Colorado Connections

By Emily FergusonJanuary 11, 2026

From a secret LSD lab to Jerry Garcia making a key purchase in Lakewood and a legendary venue, the Dead made a mark.

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What Is itchy-O? Behind the Scenes of Hallowmass With Denver’s Most Unique Music Collective

By Emily FergusonOctober 23, 2024

Itchy-O “kidnapped” our culture editor to show us what goes into the making of its tenth-annual Hallowmass, a seasonal affair that’s more than a concert – it’s a ceremony.

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Ophelia’s Reopened With Flobots, Polish Ambassador

By Emily FergusonOctober 23, 2024

Under new ownership, Ophelia’s has been closed while revamping its sound system. It reopens with some stellar shows.

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ACLU Sues Vail for Removing Native Artist Danielle SeeWalker From Residency

By Emily FergusonOctober 14, 2024

Danielle SeeWalker was removed from the Art in Public Places program because community members were “upset” over a painting of hers called “G for Genocide.”

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Velvet Banjo, a Bluegrass and Pool Bar, Opening This Weekend

By Emily FergusonOctober 8, 2024

The “newgrass” spot is opening in the former Sancho’s Broken Arrow location.

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Recap: Watch High Lonesome Bring Bluegrass to the Westword Office

By Emily FergusonOctober 7, 2024

High Lonesome played a set of original bluegrass tunes from its self-titled debut album, set for release November 1.

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Jack White Announces Surprise Show at Bluebird Theater

By Emily FergusonOctober 7, 2024

The legendary musician has been touring, stopping at small venues for stripped-down shows. He’ll play the Bluebird on October 8.

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This Denver Arts Festival Has Been Named the Best in the World

By Emily FergusonOctober 3, 2024

The Cherry Creek Arts Festival has been honored with the title six times.

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Ten Months After Opening, Stay Tuned Announces It’s Closing

By Emily FergusonOctober 3, 2024

The venue opened last December with the goal of creating an entertainment bridge between RiNo and LoDo.

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Tonight: High Lonesome, One of Colorado’s Best Bluegrass Bands, Will Play Westword Office Concert

By Emily FergusonOctober 3, 2024

High Lonesome will perform an intimate set of bluegrass for Westword members.

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Mary J. Blige Coming to Denver on the For My Fans Tour

By Emily FergusonSeptember 30, 2024

Mary J. Blige has announced a new album and a 2025 tour with openers NE-YO and Mario.

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Blush & Blu, Denver’s Oldest Lesbian Bar, Is Closing

By Emily FergusonSeptember 30, 2024

Blush & Blu will have a closing party on Saturday, October 5.

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Billy Strings Announces Three-Night Run at Ball Arena

By Emily FergusonSeptember 27, 2024

The bluegrass star just released a new album and is embarking on a winter tour, in which he’s playing much bigger venues.

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Meghan Trainor Says Red Rocks Concert Is a “Dream Come True”

By Emily FergusonSeptember 26, 2024

The hit-maker will be at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on October 8 for her first tour in seven years.

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Soy Celesté Is the Denver Punk Band You Need to Watch

By Emily FergusonSeptember 26, 2024

Blending punk, cumbia, Mexican folk and metal, Soy Celesté has released an excellent album about intersectional feminism and identity.

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Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ Top Cancel Colorado Tour Dates

By Emily FergusonSeptember 25, 2024

The bands canceled shows at Blue Arena and the Ford Amphitheater this weekend after Johnny Van Zant’s daughter had a “sudden emergency illness.”

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