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![Lotus performance at Red Rocks Amphitheatre | September 16th, 2017 [Concert Photography]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/4K9A6315.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Lotus headlined the majestic Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado. All photos by Selin Ponce for Compose Yourself Magazine. Full gallery can be found here.
![Sortof Vague, Frequent, Vinja join Jade Cicada at The Black Box for Swarm Tour in Denver, CO | September 28th, 2017 [Show Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/sortof.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Denver was truly blessed this past Thursday with the most anticipated and sexiest show of the year. One of the most talented musicians to date, the master himself, Jade Cicada brought his Swarm Tour to one of the most underground venues in Colorado. The Black Box has continued to bring the best of the electronic […]
![Jade Cicada hints at future label, talks about Swarm tour, artistic branding and more [Artist Interview]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/jadecicada.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
We caught up with rising electronic producer Jade Cicada ahead of his Denver performance tomorrow night at The Black Box. With the majority of his first headlining tour dates sold out, it was a great opportunity to squeeze in an interview. Read on as we talk about his musical childhood, the Swarm tour, online branding as an […]
![Dynohunter release new tech-house EP ‘Rattle the Cage’ September 26th, 2017 [Stream + Album Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/dynuhunter_ep_final_3000x3000.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Amid Colorado’s heavy obsession with live instrumentals and dance music, it’s fitting to say that Dynohunter has found a formula for producing addictive tech house bangers. Those with an affinity for warehouse grooves will be hard pressed to find anyone doing it as well as Dynohunter, and we think you’ll agree with the premiere […]
![Resonance Music & Arts Festival Brings the Best to Legend Valley [Event Preview]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/21319100_786872888159832_7982321090006123288_o.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Resonance Music & Arts Festival comes to Legend Valley in Thornville, Ohio this weekend September 21st-23rd. Bringing a stellar lineup of music and art, Resonance is set to be an unforgettable weekend filled with the best in Jam, Electronic, Bluegrass, Livetronica and everything in between. Resonance offers guests some of the most special and unique […]
![Getting familiar with Big Slide Records, the freshest music and visual collective out of Seattle, WA [New Release + Stream]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/RECESSFINAL.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Big Slide Records is a new, full circle label and collective based out of Seattle, WA. Their fresh compilation, RECESS VOL 1, which will be the first of many, is sweet enough to have our ears craving more. Pairing each release with visual art, every installment drives an aesthetic of euphoria and uplifting sounds – RECESS bestows […]
![Lotus releases first live DVD + new remix from Manic Focus ahead of Red Rocks headliner [Event Preview]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/lotus1.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
As Fall finally arrives, there is much to look forward to in beautiful Colorado – the changing of the leaves, that crisp clean air, and of course – Lotus on the Rocks. This Saturday, the band will take over our gorgeous backyard amphitheater along with Com Truise and Nosaj Thing. Having just released their first […]
![Getting Monumental at Red Rocks: Emancipator Ensemble, RJD2, Opiuo, Machinedrum [Show Review + Photo Gallery] | August 27, 2017](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/4K9A5451.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Last Sunday, Portland based musician Emancipator came to Red Rocks to close out his very first Red Rocks show at the best venue on the planet! It’s been something they’ve had in the works for years, and they’ve finally had the opportunity to bring it to light with some spectacular acts to share the stage […]
![JLEON unleashes his dynamic debut EP Nerve Damage on Sleeveless Records [Album Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/21192650_1994525740790248_8436782153790444618_n-1.jpg?resize=600%2C315&ssl=1)
Electronic
Imagine that you just dropped acid in the middle of a rainforest. What sounds do you hear? Do you hear the incessant chirping of birds and occasional howls from a monkey, or do you hear something else? Cupping your hand around your ear, you strain to hear a sound so familiar, yet you never expected […]
![Taking off with Evanoff – Colorado band speaks on new tour, inspiration behind upcoming album [Artist Interview]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/16487516_1840328802879510_7694714908163620453_o.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Colorado outfit Evanoff have unveiled their debut release to their legion of fans, and it’s as fresh and versatile as we’d hoped. This album sets itself apart from earlier works though, as the inspiration behind Crowd Control was a very introspective moment experienced by guitarist JJ. Seemingly a journey from chaos to peace, from destruction […]