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Music
Who is The Fool, but a representative of each of our own feelings of confusion and bliss in this wild, jester’s world? A dive into the sounds of bluegrass and folk rock and a departure from Lost Ox’s previous funk and blues explorations, Tale of the Fool is Lost Ox’s fourth studio album, recently released on May 3, 2024. With a […]
Guest Posts
Today marks the release of Kalan Wolfe and The Shift’s new music video, “Make It Out Alive”. Director Aaron Siebol brings the song to life with the cinematic release, giving us an even greater insight into the musical message, starring Elias Alexander (also known as Ramblxr). The scene opens with Elias, in most regards, resembling […]
Live Music Coverage
This weekend we had a chance to catch up with Austin, Texas’ Holy Wave on their tour stop at the beloved Hi-Dive in Denver. The mesmerizing psychedelic rock band was greeted by a fully packed house, setting the energy for what was in store. Consisting of Ryan Fusion, Kyle Hagar, Joseph Cook and Julian Ruiz, […]
Electronic
Don’t let the summer heatwave make you hazy – ARC Music Festival is less than 40 days away! Serving up its most expansive weekend over three days and four stages, we have zero doubts that the third installment of this festival will be its best yet. Here are five artists and experiences that have us […]
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Album Review
Music has always been about that feeling for me. You know, that undeniable, unshakeable, and unbreakable vibration of sound – specifically the ones curated to connect and express. The type of sound that shatters all egos and ignites that palpable harmony of kindness and unison. Those compilations and works of audible art that truly touch […]
Indie
SXSW. Just saying it out loud after three years off is enough to send ourselves down memory lane. During past years at the conference it was common for smaller acts to be overshadowed by brand activations and big name performances, but with some effort and a little luck, you could still expect to get wrapped […]
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Jamband
Our favorite dance-partyin’ costume-wearin’, podcast-hostin’, monologue-inspirin’, and song-writin’ aficionado is back at it…and on his birthday no less! Andy Frasco announces Andy Frasco and the U.N.’s new record titled “Wash, Rinse Repeat” on April 8th. The record was written throughout the tougher times of the quarantine and pandemic. Frasco explains “This album means a lot […]
Album Review
Shaws of Awe fervently delivers their Funk, Soul & Blues fusion with the fresh release of new album 'Shawtzee'.
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Music
Blues-Rock guitarist and singer-songwriter Jelly Ellington infiltrates the sonic spheres with the highly-anticipated release of his sophomore album, Not All Who Wander Are Lost. An electrifying fusion of impassioned vocals and vivacious guitar playing, Jelly delivers his Blues-centric Rock and Roll by way of his dynamic stage presence and evident classical training. Jelly exclaims Not […]
Electronic
So Sus is our artist spotlight for the month of September! Having had a steady release on numerous forward-thinking and respected collectives and labels, his sounds are composed of a future bass style fused in laser sharp insertions which are intertwined with trap elements. Fusing melodic pulses with r&b vibes, his remixes and originals stand […]