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Electronic
One of Denver’s funkiest electronic hip-hop trios, The Party People, are setting up for a big one this Friday at Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom. The group is made up of producers Mikey Thunder and Mr. Bugatti as well as MC Benjamin’s Vibe. It’s safe to say these three are on the same wavelength; whether it’s their […]
Electronic
It’s been almost a month since Derek and the Pretty Lights team blessed us with an incredible jam-packed, rarity-filled Red Rocks experience. The entire weekend felt like a dream; seeing friends from all over collect to celebrate 10 years at Red Rocks with one of the top influencers of modern electronic music was truly special. […]
Hip-Hop
Denver rapper Looney Ando has been making big moves in his city lately. His sit-ins with artists such as Tnertle, MIDIcinal, Homemade Spaceship, and The Party People have helped propel him into the forefront of the city’s hip-hop scene. Ando is an Illinois native that has spent time all over the midwest and parts of […]
Electronic
Kicking off one of the biggest weekends of the year for music in Colorado, Pretty Lights’ ten year anniversary at Red Rocks, Philos Records producers Daily Bread and Artifakts are headlining a sold-out preparty at Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom with a back-to-back set. The bill leaves little to be desired; featuring a three piece collective made […]
Electronic
Quietly making their mark on the Denver music scene, the Minor duo is bringing a unique twist of melodic electronica and folky hip-hop to the table. The duo is composed of multifaceted producer Sam Goodman and singer and songwriter Jessa Raskin. The two have a rich musical history and their chemistry in the lab is […]
Hip-Hop
With a versatile group of MC’s making an appearance in the Mile High City this year, picking only three to highlight was no easy task. Top-notch entertainers such as Action Bronson and vivid storytellers like Evidence and Vic Mensa made us truly appreciate the different angles that rap acts can take in 2018. Considering factors […]
Electronic
This past Wednesday’s Re:Search show featured Jumpsuit Records’ own SaQi, Grandfather Gold, and Scott Nice. The Jumpsuit Family Gathering Preparty that ensued gave fans a taste of the vibes to come at their upcoming festival in September. Click here to check out the full lineup for the Jumpsuit Family Gathering in September. I wasn’t able […]
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Electronic
Hosting my first trip to Red Rocks, Manic Focus and Emancipator Ensemble put on a show for the ages. The night featured dazzling light fixtures, organic instrumentation, and a group of incredibly talented musicians coming together to play music from across their discography for the Red Rocks crowd. The beautiful evening stayed within a comfortable […]
Electronic
Following last years’ monumental headlining at the beautiful Red Rocks Amphitheater, this Saturday night will see Emancipator Ensemble taking over the stage once more. They have since surpassed many milestones, but Red Rocks will always hold a special place in the hearts of the band. After putting in serious time at Emanc brainchild Doug Appling’s […]
Funk
Originally from Littleton, CO, multifaceted artist Sarah Mount is our Woman Crush Wednesday for the week. From laying down bodacious sax lines to teaching art lessons to college students, Mount has found a path that allows her to live her life through her expressive creativity. Sarah’s father, R.D. Mount, was the frontman for the Black […]