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Critic's Notebook

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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.

The Junkyard’s Latest Concert Cancellation Has Fans Fuming

By Justin CriadoJuly 18, 2025

“It was the worst-managed concert experience I’ve encountered, and I’m almost forty.”

Two Bands Pull Out of Punk in the Park Citing Trump

By Justin CriadoJuly 18, 2025

The groups announced they were dropping out because of a festival organizer’s donation to Trump.

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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.

Dropkick Murphys Is Still Standing Up for the People

By Justin CriadoJuly 17, 2025

The Celtic-punk legends will headline the final night of Punk in the Park this weekend.

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These Are the Greatest Concerts in Red Rocks History

By Teague BohlenJuly 15, 2025

From a rock ban started by Aretha Franklin to a riot at Jethro Tull and Phish fans driving Morrison crazy, these are the most memorable shows.

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Home in Harmony: Walden Frontman Richard Becker Is Going Solo

By Justin CriadoJuly 15, 2025

Richard Becker never intended to put his solo work out there, but it was calling to him through nostalgia for home.

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Stop Punk in the Park? Petition Points to Fest Producer’s Trump Support as Reason to Boycott

By Justin CriadoJuly 14, 2025

The three-day event at the National Western Stockyards is still scheduled for Friday, July 18, through Sunday, July 20.

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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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It’s Time to Unplug at the Analog Salon

By Alexander Hernandez GonzalezJuly 9, 2025

The new Five Points listening party mixes music, storytelling and community.

Love Bites: Heavy Metal Speed Dating Aims to Connect Local Metalheads

By Justin CriadoJuly 9, 2025

The free Black Sky Brewery event on Friday, July 11, includes a chance to win concert tickets.

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Wu-Tang Clan Brought Raw Beats and Revolutionary Rhymes to Fiddler’s: Photos

By Brandon JohnsonJuly 5, 2025

Wu-Tang Clan performed at Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre on July 4 with Run the Jewels.

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Phish Makes Folsom Field Debut to Kick Off Three-Night Run: Photos

By Ross JonesJuly 4, 2025

Phish and phans returned to Boulder for the first time since 1993, kicking off the band’s Fourth of July holiday run.

The Storied Past of Denver’s Hi-Dive

By Julianna O'ClairJuly 3, 2025

The hi-dive has been a Denver staple for twenty years, serving a grungy atmosphere, booze and rock-and-roll since 2003.

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Let Your Freak Flag Fly at These Fourth of July Concerts

By Justin CriadoJuly 2, 2025

From free family-friendly fun to a Wu-Tang crossover, we’ve got the scoop on music this holiday.

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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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These Ten LGBTQ+ Musicians Are Firing Up Denver’s Music Scene

By Eman El SaiedJuly 1, 2025

From indie to hip-hop, these musicians showcase the breadth of talent in the local scene.

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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.

Our Favorite New Music From Colorado Artists This Month

By Justin CriadoJune 27, 2025

Local musicians turned up the heat for June by releasing debuts and banger albums, including the latest from Boulder stalwarts Big Gigantic and Gasoline Lollipops.

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Colorado Alt-Rockers Tackle Class Consciousness on Gravesite EP

By Zachary ViscontiJune 20, 2025

Flesh Tape frontman Larson Ross says, “I’m not in love with the cause – I have no other choice than to pursue it.”

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Big Gigantic’s New Album Is Your “Soundtrack to the Summer”

By Justin CriadoJune 20, 2025

Big G is now preparing for festival season and a proper tour, after the duo’s Bonnaroo main-stage set slated for Sunday, June 15, was cancelled

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