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Art
Miami has long been a party destination for music and art lovers so of course Art Basel is no different. The week long event has grown larger than life, spawning several unofficial parties for weeks before and after the actual event. Becoming akin to the large networking music, tech and film giant South By South […]
![A Fest Is Born: Introducing Waterloo Music Festival | September 7th-8th, 2018 [Festival Review + Set Lists]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/9f5c9f36-waterloo-lineup-final-4x5.png?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
**String Cheese setlists for each night can be found at the end of the article!** DAY 1 The sun beamed down on a line of cars sitting on a dirt road just outside of Austin, Texas. The people were arriving at Carson Creek Ranch in droves for what was shaping up to be a memorable […]
Hip-Hop
Now in its 7th year, it’s clear to see why Goodness Block Party is such a prominent staple in Denver’s music scene. As the longtime host of the event, Meadowlark has kept the city’s jazz and hip-hop realm happily fed for years, creating a beautifully tight knit community of music lovers intent on empowering one […]
Electronic
Originally reigning supreme in genres such as complextro and progressive house, Porter Robinson has always stayed atop the crest of electronics’ biggest waves, and his latest project is no different. Intelligently polished productions have been his constant signature, but the transformation into Virtual Self has unveiled a completely new side. The entire project feels like […]
Electronic
It’s been almost a month since Derek and the Pretty Lights team blessed us with an incredible jam-packed, rarity-filled Red Rocks experience. The entire weekend felt like a dream; seeing friends from all over collect to celebrate 10 years at Red Rocks with one of the top influencers of modern electronic music was truly special. […]
Hip-Hop
With a versatile group of MC’s making an appearance in the Mile High City this year, picking only three to highlight was no easy task. Top-notch entertainers such as Action Bronson and vivid storytellers like Evidence and Vic Mensa made us truly appreciate the different angles that rap acts can take in 2018. Considering factors […]
![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 […]
![Emancipator Ensemble and Manic Focus Live Band at Red Rocks Amphitheatre | May 26th, 2018 [Event Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/74f04621-eme15.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Hosting my first trip to Red Rocks, Manic Focus and Emancipator Ensemble put on a show for the ages. The night featured dazzling light fixtures, organic instrumentation, and a group of incredibly talented musicians coming together to play music from across their discography for the Red Rocks crowd. The beautiful evening stayed within a comfortable […]
Electronic
Umphrey’s McGee released “It’s Not Us” January 12th of this year. Truly a progressive band, their face and mind melting rock has been going for two decades now. Umphrey’s does not disappoint in this year’s albums when it comes to freshness and innovation. And as an extra exciting update, much to the surprise of fans, […]
![Houston has a new spring favorite with In Bloom Music Festival [Concert Photography] | March 24th + 25th, 2018](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/e83bdca9-img_6040-copy.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
Pulling off their first year in beautiful Eleanor Tinsley Park last weekend, In Bloom Music Festival was the perfect way to begin festival season. Warm blue skies blessed attendees for the two days and epic performances led the way. Enjoy the full photo gallery from our contributing photographer, Paula Horstman, here. Keep your eyes peeled […]