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Hip-Hop

Break Science Live Band Reimagines the Legendary Madvillainy Album in Denver

The importance of Madvillainy can never be understated. The collaborative 2004 album from the duo dubbed Madvillain (co-producers Madlib and the late, great MF DOOM) will remain a forever standout for its jazz-forward production, multi-dimensional sampling techniques, and ground-breaking distinction in the underground hip-hop scene. Its paramount value among the musical realms surpasses mere monetary […]

Aug 1, 2024 Read →

Electronic

Break Science and Daily Bread Bring the Beats to Boulder’s Fox Theatre

Slangin that electro-soul flavor, The Fox Theatre was blessed last Friday with divine sounds from Daily Bread and Break Science. The night was filled with new tracks, heavy hitting favorites, and an unlikely collab that felt like a truly special gift to Colorado music fans. I arrived to the Fox to a synthy mix of […]

Feb 6, 2019 Read →

Electronic

Music, Art and Buds: 420 On The Block Topped 4/20 Weekend [Festival Review]

As the massive 4/20 holiday weekend approached Denver, there was a buzz in the air akin to the first day of Spring Break – so many options, and only a short amount of time to do it all. Luckily, 420 On The Block had every base covered from live music, art installations, MMJ vendors and […]

May 3, 2018 Read →

Electronic

Celebrate 420 On The Block With Action Bronson, The Break Science Live Band, Matisyahu, and More!

If you’re looking for the best in live music, art and food this 4/20 weekend, Fox Street Compound is the place to be! Live Night Events, High Rise Media, and Reggae Rise Up are collaborating to present 420 On The Block, a three-day music and arts festival with a heavy hitting lineup and a plethora […]

Apr 15, 2018 Read →

Electronic

Higher than they’ve ever been: Break Science host intimate album release party in Denver; ‘Grid of Souls’ now available March 9th, 2018 [Event + Album Review]

Last Tuesday saw friends and fans alike packing into Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox in support of the new Break Science album, Grid of Souls. Being the highly anticipated follow up to 2013’s Seven Bridges, the new tracks had only been in rotation the last few months, but the number of plays continue to rise. With its […]

Mar 9, 2018 Read →

Electronic

Getting Sauced With The Lost Boys on Re:Search Wednesday | February 28, 2018 [Show Review]

Popping things off this Wednesday, Jordan Polovina warmed up the evening alternating between old and new material. A couple songs into the set, Mikey Thunder came to play and brought his fire beats for Jordan to spit over. Transitioning smoothly between songs, the two brought the funk with a healthy split of their past material […]

Mar 4, 2018 Read →

Electronic

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]

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 […]

Nov 22, 2017 Read →

Electronic

Jaw Gems, Adam Deitch + Special Guests brought the best of hip-hop jazz fusion to Re:Search Wednesdays | October 4th, 2017 [Show Review]

I went down to Cervantes this past Wednesday to see Um.., Ganz, Jaw Gems and Adam Deitch. In the end it turned out to be a whole lot more than just these acts, and that’s to be expected from Re:Search Wednesdays at Cervantes. Often hosting special guests and regulars such as GRiZ and Borahm Lee, […]

Oct 9, 2017 Read →

East Coast

Fool’s Paradise Artist Excursions Announced, Just ONE Month Away Funk Fools [Event Preview]

Our favorite funk fools, Lettuce, are throwing their second annual Fool’s Paradise festival at the end of the month in St. Augustine, Florida, and Lettuce tell you just how funkin’ excited for the shenangians that will take place in just 24 days. If this year’s Fool’s is any like last year’s, we are sure in […]

Mar 7, 2017 Read →

East Coast

Lettuce Festival ‘Fool’s Paradise’ Announces Lineup Ft. Joe Russo’s Almost Dead, Manic Science, The Floozies, Oteil Burbridge & More March 31st-April 1st, St. Augustine, Florida [Festival Preview]

There is no doubt about the fact that Lettuce funk is one of CYM’s favorite groups out there today. Their fresh, funky, uplifting and exploratory spin on one of the most loved genres soothes our souls and brings harmony to the musical universes of our lives. Last year the band partnered with Live for Live […]

Jan 10, 2017 Read →