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![[Artist Interview] 8-Piece Electro-Funk Band Tnertle Talk ‘MataMata’, New Lineup and Plans for 2016](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/tnertle1.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Marking their very first release under Super Best Records, the group that makes up Tnertle have continued to blaze their trail of success with MataMata, the latest and greatest from the duo turned 8-piece electro-funk group. The 11 track LP spans every bit of the bands’ dynamic style in detail, gleaming with original gems of […]
Festival Coverage
There’s no better pairing than live music for a charitable cause, but with Hoppy Holidays upon us, we’re more than excited to add craft beer to that list as well. Hoppy Holidays, which will be taking place at the Fillmore Auditorium this Saturday on December 5th, will host more than 30 local craft breweries, silent […]
Midwest
Warning, some images are NSFW! With a title that says it all, I was immediately intrigued by Museum of Contemporary Art‘s latest exhibit – Marilyn Minter’s Pretty/Dirty. I watched as museum visitors walked from room to room, some with complete looks of shock upon seeing the art on the walls they’d just closed themselves in. […]
![[Show Review] Purple Couch Premiere: The Moon Party at the Glitter Dome | November 12th, 2015](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/11217554_1507866302863367_9218572090687685953_n.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
As this Denver community of artists and lovers of the good vibes expands, Jason Burruss has made a move to accelerate the speed it’s growing at by throwing a series of parties, Purple Couch Presents, within it’s premiere being totally free. The entertainment from all talented local artists provided a nice grass roots feel on […]
![[Artist Interview + Show Review] Carnifex Talks 10 Year Anniversary Tour, Upcoming Album And More](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/e8eEwmV.jpg?resize=595%2C375&ssl=1)
Interviews
When it comes to venues in Denver, the Marquis Theatre truly has it all – pizza, beer, and metal, what more you could ask for? This smaller venue gives off a more personal experience. With the option to push your way, through the moshpit, to front and center, or to sit back and enjoy the […]
![[Show Review] Dreamers Delight at the Fox Theater in Boulder, CO | November 07, 2015](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/dreamers.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
We were fortunate to catch Dreamers Delight make his debut at the Fox Theater this past Saturday in Boulder, and we were thankful we did! Though fairly new to the game, the crowd of Day Dreamers that showed up early to catch this rising artist was impressive, and we soon found out what the producer’s […]
![[TICKET GIVEAWAY] Reaction NYE 2015 with Deadmau5, Skrillex, Chance the Rapper, Bonobo, Cherub and More 12/30 + 12/31](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/wzTb1Q8SkHAUxxuc35eRBLeSNsxFILIA_k1wdVqs-vA.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
This massive giveaway comes courtesy of the folks over at React Presents, whom we’re sure you’ve heard of from their killer reputation of throwing some of the best parties in Chicago, and now they’re hosting the biggest NYE celebration the Midwest has ever seen; Reaction NYE. Skrillex, Chance the Rapper, Cashmere Cat, BADBADNOTGOOD, Mija, Autograf, […]
![[Artist Interview] Jeff Franca of Thievery Corporation talks Congo Sanchez, current tour, and why Colorado Gets So Much Congo Love](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/image1.jpeg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Funk
Congo Sanchez is a funky live experience hailing from the streets of DC, a city well known for its history in funk and jazz culture. Combining the best elements of conscious hip-hop and reggaeton all layered with thick percussion, the three members bring their personal artistry to Congo Sanchez to create a truly unique and […]
![[Show Review] Michal Menert and the Pretty Fantastics at the Fillmore Auditorium in Denver, CO| October 30th, 2015](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/fillmore.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Ain’t no party like a Hallow’s Eve party, and Michal Menert and his Pretty Fantastics proved just that this past Friday at Denver’s Fillmore Auditorium. Opening up the night with experimental producer Thriftworks, rising Soulection artist StarRo and the chaotic breakdancing freak they call The Gaslamp Killer, the room was packed out within an hour […]
![[Show Review] Run the Jewels at the Ogden Theater | October 20th, 2015](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/rtj7.png?resize=572%2C375&ssl=1)
Hip-Hop
Though I’ve seen my fair share of bass rattling concerts at Denver’s legendary Ogden Theater, Run the Jewels was the very first time I truly felt my head throb – the bass this duo brought to the venue was overwhelming in all the right ways. This past Tuesday saw Denver’s legion of hip hop heads […]