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![The Babes of Fuzzy Doom: Blackwater Holylight are barreling down to Levitation 2019 [Artist Interview]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/ce9800d1-https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_77087163_303109133833_1_original.jpeg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
As we gear up for a weekend of rock n roll in Austin for Levitation (formerly known as Austin Psych Fest), the best part has been digging into the lineup to get excited for what lies in store. One of our most looked forward to acts are an all female stoner doom band from Portland, […]
![Highlights of SXSW 2019: Dungeon Family, Ivy Roots, Elevated Taste Showcase, Hembree and More [Artist Spotlight]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/1e4d79c1-dh-dungeon-family_outdoor-stage_auditorium-shores_031519_01.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
Highlight Talents of this Years SXSW In years past, the giant known as South By SouthWest would dominate my friends and I’s schedules – we’d spend weeks RSVPing to parties, checking our spam folders for any missed confirmations and making sure our most looked forward to artists had open tour dates – in those days, […]
![Ashley Koett, Loving and Crumb provide dreamy and intimate night at Moon Room in Denver, CO 3/9/2019 [Show Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/73eed70f-crumb.jpg?resize=499%2C333&ssl=1)
Indie
Crumb is a band that is bringing an undeniable uniqueness to indie rock. As dream pop blends with light-as-air vocals and unexpected psychedelia, Crumb creates a potent infusion that seems to fills a room with intoxicating power. As the sun dipped low in the sky, casting its last rays through ornate windows, The Moonroom in […]
Funk
If you’re looking to add an innovative and eccentric band to your music palette, we’ve got just the guys for you. Thumpasaurus are setting bold new standards when it comes to their live performances, and 2019 is prime time for you to really see for yourself. The genre-bending band is revered for their high energy […]
![A Perfect Circle Captivate, Unify and Uplift in Paris at le Zénith [Event Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/ab2526f0-49761491_370776920400687_1060566706876841984_n.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Guest Posts
6th December, 2018. The night is reverential. Bathed in darkness like the mysteries of the night he graces the stage with those familiar and inimitable vocal chords resonating through the amphitheatre. A unique voice among the many. All are spellbound and zen in the Zénith, as the stage is set with minimalistic tones. The atmosphere, […]
Electronic
Last Friday (01/18) at Cervantes was nothing short of incredible. The stacked lineup and dialed in performances from each artist made this night one to remember. From Borahm Lee’s melodic high pitched arpeggiators, to Lucid Vision’s guitar shredding, to Homemade Spaceship’s heavy bass drops to end the night, all the pieces were in place to […]
![Keeping Focus with Nobide: New ‘Nitelite’ Single, Resolutions, South Park cameos and more [Artist Interview]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/218bcbfc-nobide.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
‘Nitelite’ is the latest release from Denver based group Nobide, a funky refresher just in time for their upcoming show at the Fillmore. Comprised of producer Nick Vann, drummer Matt McElwain, guitarist Ted Kleist and newly inducted saxophonist Tanner Fruit, Nobide is a fast moving force in the music scene, and this is a perfect […]
![Jungle packs out any dance floor – even on a Sunday | September 30, 2018 [Event Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/39c29fe3-img-6959.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Funk
While some are content with turning in early on a Sunday night to ready themselves for the work week ahead, I was en route to the Boulder Theater for some Jungle. The 7 piece modern soul band have been on everyone’s radar the past couple of years, and aside from passing festival performances, I had […]
![On the Road to Float Fest 2018: Keeping the River Clean + New Lineup Playlist [#DroolMode]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/482b23bb-sanmarcos.png?resize=600%2C355&ssl=1)
Electronic
With Float Fest only days away, we’ve been getting super hyped on this weekend of stacked talent. From Tame Impala and Bun B to The Suffers and Com Truise, this is going to be one of the most epic gatherings all year. To top it off, it’s all going down on the San Marcos river […]
![Pepper and Slightly Stoopid light it up for New Braunfels | June 30th, 2018 [Concert Photography]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/64d37955-img_0963.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Live Music Coverage
Within the ever expanding reggae/ska scene, Pepper and Slightly Stoopid have long held their own as masters of their craft. Both bands have long discographies, and have drawn sold out crowds from around the world with their party vibes and mellow soundscapes. Landing in New Braunfels to light up the night at Whitewater Music Amphitheater, […]