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![The Emerald Cup 2017: Keeping NorCal’s MMJ Industry Organic | December 9th + 10th, 2017 [Event Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/workingemerald.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
Through a series of synchronicities, I ended up at the Emerald Cup in a working capacity. Offered a gig with Meadow MD by a friend, I was in charge of wristbanding all attendees with Proposition 215 credentials.
Live Music Coverage
Yes, you’ve heard of expanding your food palate, but have you thought about keeping an open mind when it comes to the world of music? It’s as important to me as food, really. A well rounded individual is created by the quality of food, art, and music they involve in their lives, and we believe […]
![A Week in Denver’s Legendary Music Scene: Ivy Lab + Hatcha, Chali 2na + Krafty Kuts, Action Bronson, Everyone Orchestra, Break Science + The Disco Biscuits | November 14th, 2017 – November 18th, 2017 [Event Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/EA43F0AE-A5E7-45D0-A866-6E833A1995F6.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
This week I got the opportunity to explore Denver’s music scene for 5 days in a row of diverse music. Tuesday, I went down to see Hatcha and Ivy Lab throw down their sub frequency sounds for a sold out Black Box. It was popping as ever, with a 30-minute line out the door leading […]
![Psychedelic Hoedown with Dirtwire at the Nectar Lounge | November 15, 2017 [Show Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Dirtwire2.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
“Is that them?” questioned one audience member. “What do you mean is that them? LOOK at those pants,” responded another as he gestured at the three figures marching up the stage to cheers and applause. Indeed, their outfits pay homage to the Southwest culture with their matching black cowboy hats, western button ups, and tight […]
![Melbourne hip-hop collective 30/70 celebrate genuinity and innovation on their second album Elevate [Album Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/3070.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Funk
Elevate begins as a shimmer of sound that gently morphs into infectious and illustrious grooves. Like morning sun touching your closed eyes, the warmth of their sound is simultaneously soothing and energizing. Hailing from Melbourne, Australia 30/70 has carved the perfect niche for themselves in Australia’s flourishing future-soul scene, releasing their debut LP Cold Radish […]
![Behind the Scenes Perspective: On the Road with Maddy O’Neal + Lettuce [Tour Recap + Guest Post]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/22446698_10108698185673081_1628318717_n-1.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
East Coast
A collaborative perspective piece from Cait Falc (CF) and Chloe Casey (CC). All photos by Cait Falc. When Maddy O’Neal initially came to me with the idea of going on tour with her, Chloe Casey, and the Lettuce team, I had no idea what to expect. I had never been on the road until now, not […]
![Snowboard on the Block comes back to the Mile High for 5th Year in a Row | October 14th, 2017 [Ticket Giveaway + Event Preview]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/SOTB.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
It’s that time of year again – Denver has been blessed with its first snow of the season, and Snowboard on the Block is the perfect kick off to celebrate. The industry’s freshest brands alongside already established top vendors will be in attendance with new gear for the upcoming season, as well as some of […]
![Brooklyn Comes Alive delivers an epic weekend of jams | September 23rd & 24th, 2017 [Festival Review + Photo Gallery]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/IMG_1582.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
East Coast
Brooklyn Comes Alive refueled the soul last weekend with two full days of epic jams. Hosted by venues The Music Hall of Williamsburg, Brooklyn Bowl and Schimanski, an additional day of music this year filled the weekend with rare levels of collaboration and improvisation. Seeing musical legends John Scofield, George Porter Jr., and Bernard Purdie so […]
![The Vegan Low-Down: An Unofficial Guide by Karen Tavenner [Guest Post]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/iStock-512628566.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Guest Posts
The Vegan Low-Down How to eat things that will make you feel awesome, make the Earth feel awesome, and make it really legit when you say you love animals An unofficial guide by yours truly Karen Tavenner Acosta 1. This is going to be easier than you think. And harder. You can’t go around thinking […]
![Highlights and more from the third installment of Austin Music Video Festival | September 12th-16th, 2017 [Festival Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/amvf.png?resize=600%2C274&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
The Austin Music Video Festival was back at it again this week for its third installment. For five days the hard work and dedication of artists and directors alike was on full display all across the city. These masterfully crafted productions played on studio walls, movie theatre screens, the inside of bars, and hotel rooftops. […]