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![Mamby Returns to Chicago for Beachside Blowout [Festival Preview]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/96880380-26173215_2021630874757579_5415012906164838227_o.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
It takes a certain bold brilliance to compile a collection of shining indie rockers, top Hip-Hop artists and an impressive collection of House and Techno DJ’s on a Southside Chicago beach. However, organizers of Mamby on the Beach seized an opportunity to create this completely unique experience. Now, in its 4th year, Mamby continues to be […]
Electronic
Kicking off the night, TwoScoopS filled in for Mikey Thunder with a hip-hop heavy set. The Colorado producer played selects from his Living in a Dream EP to get the night started. Following directly after, Jordan Polovina came with a rare solo set that featured a variety of tracks from his self titled album. Up […]
Electronic
Kicking off the night, residents Mikey Thunder and Jordan Polovina brought a variety of MCs to the stage for a freestyle cypher. The guest artists included Zoe Simone from Sassfactory and Benjamin’s Vibe from The Party People. Thunder brought the fire beats while Jordan hosted the cypher. Next up to the stage was Random Rab’s […]
Electronic
Getting things started for the night, Mikey Thunder spun tracks over Jordan Polovina warming up his cello playing for his late night set. During the opening set, Mikey spun RZA’s “You Can’t Stop Me Now” which is an upbeat track with a groovy bass line and dope lyrics that Pretty Lights fans might recognize from […]
![Music, Art and Buds: 420 On The Block Topped 4/20 Weekend [Festival Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/bed71fd8-img_3708.jpeg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
As the massive 4/20 holiday weekend approached Denver, there was a buzz in the air akin to the first day of Spring Break – so many options, and only a short amount of time to do it all. Luckily, 420 On The Block had every base covered from live music, art installations, MMJ vendors and […]
Funk
Headlining the night, Congo Sanchez, is a three piece world fusion group comprised of DC talents Jeff Franca, Haile Supreme and Flex Matthews. The trio made themselves at home last Wednesday in Denver for the weekly Re:Search show at Cervantes. It would be a few hours until the group hit the Other Side stage, but […]
![Splashing into the Scene with Mammoth Water [Artist Interview]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/dea443ba-30738962_10155437185633587_3488270449517789184_n-1.png?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Indie
Mammoth Water is here to funk. Pushing the limits of improvisational funk-rock, Denver trio Mammoth Water is making tidal waves in the Colorado music scene. Using their funk-rock dancetronica fusion, the trio creates a fresh experience at every show while maintaining their party music vibe with every experience. Incorporating elements of hip-hop, house music, rock, […]
Electronic
Kicking off the night, Venus and Ginger’s melodic singing and downtempo bass tracks were the ideal way to start the evening of music. While I only caught the tail end of the performance, the two’s soothing songs were a welcoming wave of energy and set the vibes appropriately as the sold-out venue began to fill. […]
Electronic
If you’re looking for the best in live music, art and food this 4/20 weekend, Fox Street Compound is the place to be! Live Night Events, High Rise Media, and Reggae Rise Up are collaborating to present 420 On The Block, a three-day music and arts festival with a heavy hitting lineup and a plethora […]
Electronic
By: Louis Fagelson Kicking off the evening, residents Mikey Thunder and Jordan Polovina played through some of Jordan’s originals as well as some deep bass and reggae influenced instrumentals. Even while under the weather, Jordan managed to rock the crowd with intense, intricate cello playing during which Mikey provided his quick, yet precise cuts that […]