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From Yodeling in Walmart to Singing With Lana Del Rey, Country Crooner Mason Ramsey Is All Grown Up

By Justin CriadoApril 30, 2025

The young roots musician will be performing at the Grizzly Rose on Friday, May 2.

Denver Club King Regas Christou’s Party Is Almost Over

By Michael RobertsApril 30, 2025

The man behind Club Vinyl and the Church, which now have new owners, is moving on.

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Every Concert Announced for Ball Arena in 2025

By Westword StaffApril 28, 2025

New announcements include Ice Cube, the Jonas Brothers, Deftones and more.

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The Prophecy and Poetry of Leftöver Crack

By Justin CriadoApril 25, 2025

The NYC crust-punk mainstays will play the Bluebird Theater on Saturday, April 26.

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Katy Perry Acknowledges Theory That She’s JonBenét Ramsey

By Emily FergusonApril 23, 2025

The singer recently jokingly mused on the notion, writing, “Wait am I?”

Feel the Spirit of the Mercury Cafe in This New Album

By Justin CriadoApril 22, 2025

The Stephen Lear Band has commemorated its final show at the Merc with a live album.

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FoCoMX 2025: Standout Performances, Discoveries and Memorable Musical Moments

By Michael MazenkoApril 21, 2025

“America’s biggest little music festival” was big fun.

Five Denver Stoner Bands to Listen to on 4/20

By Justin CriadoApril 18, 2025

Marijuana isn’t the only thing that’ll get you high on this unofficial cannabis holiday.

The 11 Best DJs and Producers in Denver

The 11 Best DJs and Producers in Denver

By Amber TaufenApril 17, 2025

Want house, bass, techno, mash-ups and more? The Mile High City has it all.

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This Event Brings R&B to LoDo Each Month

By Victoria GliddenApril 16, 2025

Touching on decades of rhythm and blues, Friends & Lovers RnB Party is the recipe for a soulful Saturday night.

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Photos: Sturgill Simpson at Sold-Out Mission Ballroom Show

By Brandon JohnsonApril 15, 2025

The country star brought his Who the F**k is Johnny Blue Skies? tour to Denver.

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Of the Trees Announces Lineup for Telluride Music Festival

By Emily FergusonApril 14, 2025

Camp Alderwild will include Ott., Tycho, Jade Cicada and more opening for Of the Trees at this two-day, all-ages festival.

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Dustin Lynch Teases His “Once-in-a-Lifetime” Red Rocks Performance

By John FlathmanApril 14, 2025

The singer, who just landed the first country musician residency in Las Vegas, will be headlining the venue for his first time on April 16.

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Where to Find the Best Deals on Record Store Day 2025

By John FlathmanApril 10, 2025

Shops in and around Denver will be celebrating Record Store Day on Saturday, April 12.

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This Denver Musician Is Releasing a Masterpiece Album of Lyrical Excellence

By Emily FergusonApril 10, 2025

The new music will drop on April 11, just before an album-release show at Swallow Hill on April 12.

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This Best of Denver Winner Will Perform at the Westword Office Today!

By Westword StaffApril 10, 2025

Blankslate will bring its indie rock to the office with an intimate concert for Westword members on April 10.

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Centennial Will Get a New Music Venue From Creators of the Springs’ Ford Amphitheater

By Emily FergusonApril 9, 2025

VENU, which opened Ford Amphitheater in Colorado Springs last year, has acquired a new property in Centennial.

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Are Pearl Jam Fans Ready for the Indigenous Punk of Gregg Deal’s Dead Pioneers?

By Jason HellerApril 9, 2025

“Being in this discussion about cultural appropriation and about representation is something that I’m very committed to.”

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How Fort Collins Musicians Association Built a Thriving Scene

By Michael MazenkoApril 7, 2025

After nearly twenty years, FoCoMA is at the heart of the city’s music ecosystem behind events like FoCoMX.

Photos: Mersiv Blasts Through the Snow at Red Rocks With Packed Set

By Brandon JohnsonApril 5, 2025

Rain, sleet, or snow couldn’t stop Colorado fans from packing out Red Rocks for Mersiv’s sold-out “Attack on Mars” show.

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Brotherly Love: New Project Melodious Gaeng Releases Its Debut EP

By Justin CriadoApril 4, 2025

The duo, which formed from one of Denver’s best bluegrass bands the Deer Creek Sharp Shooters, explores a new sound.

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Records on Main in Littleton Opening April 26

By Michael RobertsApril 3, 2025

Metro Denver’s latest record store has a life-and-death backstory that postponed its opening.

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