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![[New Music Monday] Artist Interview with SoDown On New EP, Bounce Town | November 23rd, 2015](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/sodownlogo.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Coming through our speakers this lovely Monday afternoon is the latest from Colorado artist SoDown, whose EP ‘Bounce Town’ has actually been playing on our SoundCloud since its’ release November 17th. Though he’s still busy making moves to bring his sound to the masses, one listen to Bounce Town will have you taken by surprise […]
![[Artist Interview + Show Review] Carnifex Talks 10 Year Anniversary Tour, Upcoming Album And More](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/e8eEwmV.jpg?resize=595%2C375&ssl=1)
Interviews
When it comes to venues in Denver, the Marquis Theatre truly has it all – pizza, beer, and metal, what more you could ask for? This smaller venue gives off a more personal experience. With the option to push your way, through the moshpit, to front and center, or to sit back and enjoy the […]
![[Artist Interview] Jeff Franca of Thievery Corporation talks Congo Sanchez, current tour, and why Colorado Gets So Much Congo Love](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/image1.jpeg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Funk
Congo Sanchez is a funky live experience hailing from the streets of DC, a city well known for its history in funk and jazz culture. Combining the best elements of conscious hip-hop and reggaeton all layered with thick percussion, the three members bring their personal artistry to Congo Sanchez to create a truly unique and […]
![[Artist Interview] The Magic Beans Talk Current Tour, Show at Bluebird Theater, Their Beer With O’Dell Brewing and More](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/magicc.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Last week on October 11th at the Bluebird Theater, I was fortunate enough to sit down with a couple of members from one of our favorite groups, The Magic Beans! Fresh off the road to play a hometown throw down, I was really excited to sit down with these boys and listen to what they […]
![[Artist Interview] Analog Son On ‘Stomp And Shout’ and Upcoming Show with The New Mastersounds| Oct 14th, 2015](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1514525253161-7a46d19cd819?auto=format&fit=crop&w=1200&q=80)
Funk
The booty shakin’ grooves of Denver based group Analog Son are infectious and psychedelic, making for a top notch live music experience every time. After having our minds blown by their explosive yet intimate set at this year’s Arise Music Festival, we were stoked for the chance to chat with the guys about the road […]
![[Artist Interview] Big Wild Talks Current Tour, Latest EP and Denver’s Electronic Scene](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/bigwild.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
House
Jackson Stell, the brains behind Big Wild, has been working like a madman to secure his ranks in the electronic scene, and it’s safe to say he’s done just that. Pushing out remixes by chart topping artists like GRiZ, Odesza, Bro Safari, Kodak To Graph and more, the Venice bred producer has had one of hell […]
![[Artist Interview] Warehouse Eyes Talk New EP ‘Prisms’, Current Tour + More](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/11062773_365243760327146_7479777456905988923_n.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Indie
The Minneapolis duo known as Warehouse Eyes are off to a hot start since their first release last year. Crafting their own style of dreamy Indie pop, Jennie Lawless and Christopher Williams have us hooked with their newest EP, ‘Prisms’. The perfect soundtrack for a summer day, Warehouse Eyes have mastered the ability to melt hearts […]
![[Artist Interview] Puma Ptah of Thievery Corporation Talks Solo Project, Photography, Grateful Dead Shows And More](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/puma3.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Hip-Hop
Every so often you will meet people in life who are akin to mountains; they may be far and few between, but having them in your life changes it forever. Christopher ‘Puma’ Ptah is one of those people. At times private and reserved, the empathetic fervor that he possesses is powerful. His presence alone draws attention without bragging […]
![[Artist Interview] Sitting down with rapper Chali 2na at Sonic Bloom: his first book ‘Against the Current, meeting the Funk Hunters and more | July 2015](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/chali2nafunk.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
We had the incredible opportunity to sit down with one of hip-hop’s most prolific MCs, Chali 2na during our time at Sonic Bloom this year. In addition to being one of the most humble and unique souls we’ve had the pleasure of talking to, his passion and work ethic to consistently create are powerfully […]
![[Artist Interview] #NewMusicMonday: Lucid Vision](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/lucidvision.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Colorado is a hotbed for rising talents, and Denver is an oasis for young producers gaining momentum. Dalton Kieta, of Lucid Vision, is fortunate enough to have lived and breathed CO his entire life, though his musical aspirations didn’t come to fruition until recently. Since putting his mind and efforts to his music, he’s caught […]