Music Archives

How Drummer Albert “Tootie” Heath Learned to Play Jazz

By Jon SolomonApril 5, 2018

The list of jazz legends that 82-year-old drummer Albert “Tootie” Heath has gigged with over six decades is extensive.

Alt-J Starts North American Tour in Denver

By Kenzie BruceApril 5, 2018

Alt-J launches its 2018 North American tour in Denver on April 7 and 8.

Counting Crows, MC50 and Every New Denver Concert Announcement

By Westword StaffApril 5, 2018

Looking for live music? These are the most recently announced concerts in Denver.

Panicked? Liza Anne Says It’s Okay

By Riley CowingApril 4, 2018

Indie singer-songwriter Liza Anne Odachowski’s third album Fine But Dying addresses her struggles with mental illness and her panic disorder head on.

Joshua Trinidad Drops New Album on RareNoiseRecords

By Jon SolomonApril 4, 2018

Joshua Trinidad took a risk and “invested a ton of money” to make his dream record, In November, which was just released on London-based RareNoiseRecords.

Wook Out! Colorado’s Big Game Hunters Are on the Prowl

By Chris WalkerApril 4, 2018

The Colorado Big Game Trophy Wook Hunters are on the prowl.

Westword Music Showcase Announces New Headliners, Preferred Viewing

By Westword StaffApril 3, 2018

St. Lucia, Phantoms and Treepeople are joining the June 23 lineup.

Jeff Campbell: From Hip-Hop to Emancipation Theater Company

By Kyle HarrisApril 3, 2018

Jeff Campbell once fancied himself the next Mos Def. Now he’s bringing black theater back to Denver.

GoStar and the Case of the Missing Slippers

By Karl Christian KrumpholzApril 3, 2018

GoStar’s Joshua Trinidad didn’t believe the old woman who was looking for her slippers.

Levitt Pavilion Releases 2018 Free Concert Series Lineup

By Ana CampbellApril 2, 2018

The best things in life are free, an adage the Levitt Pavilion takes to heart. After opening last year to much critical acclaim, the pavilion in Ruby Hill Park has announced its lineup of fifty free shows this year.

The Best Concerts in Denver This Week

By Westword StaffApril 2, 2018

All the best concerts in Denver the week of April 2-5, 2018.

Glass Cases on Growing Pains, Dark Uke Songs

By Riley CowingApril 2, 2018

Glass Cases vocalist Alex Van Keulen and guitarist Austin Seifert played soccer in college but quit once they graduated. Needing something to fill the void left by their former favorite pastime, they found music.

The Best New Club in Denver in 2018…and Through the Decade

By Westword StaffMarch 31, 2018

Compiling this list of all the best new clubs in our Best of Denver edition since 2008, we were sadly reminded of just how finicky the nightlife crowd can be.

Phoebe Bridgers Talks Lying, Tiny Desk Concerts, Swearing on<i> CBS This Morning</i>

Phoebe Bridgers Talks Lying, Tiny Desk Concerts, Swearing on CBS This Morning

By Ben WieseMarch 30, 2018

L.A. musician Phoebe Bridgers talks with Westword about playing CBS This Morning and Tiny Desk, lying, podcasts, and iPhone notes.

Video Premiere: Gasoline Lollipops’ “Mustangs”

By Andy ThomasMarch 30, 2018

Gasoline Lollipops newest video for the Robert Louis Cole-penned song “Mustangs” is a trip down memory lane. Here, though, memory lane is Colfax Avenue, and the song might not conjure good memories.

The Best Concerts in Denver This Weekend

By Westword StaffMarch 30, 2018

The best concerts in Denver the weekend of March 30-April 1, 2018.

Ty Segall Talks About Touring, Freedom’s Goblin and Fred Armisen

By Ben WieseMarch 29, 2018

Ty Segall will be in Denver on April 5.

Spread the Word Music Festival Announces 2018 Lineup

By Westword StaffMarch 29, 2018

The sixth-annual, multi-genre Spread the Word Music Festival will spotlight some of Colorado’s best emerging bands and DJs over three days and five stages.