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![Virtual Self is single-handedly bringing back video game nostalgia | Denver, CO at Ogden Theater 9/10/2018 [Show Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/1d8f7d0e-img_6365.jpeg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
It was nearly ten years ago when I initially recall hearing Porter Robinson for the first time. I was in the midst of a ‘rave’ style phase, and one of the ways my friends and I would pass the time till the weekend was to make mix CD’s to blast while we partied. I’d be […]
New Music
Turning a new page in his production style, Wisconsin-born Garret Meyer, better known by his stage name Artifakts, dropped a new project titled Glow Up on Thursday, September 6th. In Meyer’s own words, “Glow Up is a project I’ve created stemming from traveling around the US over the past year. Typically, in creating music, I’ve […]
Electronic
One of Denver’s funkiest electronic hip-hop trios, The Party People, are setting up for a big one this Friday at Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom. The group is made up of producers Mikey Thunder and Mr. Bugatti as well as MC Benjamin’s Vibe. It’s safe to say these three are on the same wavelength; whether it’s their […]
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. […]
Electronic
It’s that time of year again in Colorado. Fans are flocking in from all corners of the country to catch what could be the only tour dates on the calendar for Pretty Lights in 2018 on August 10th and 11th, making it one of the most highly-anticipated live music events this summer. From playing house […]
Electronic
Quietly making their mark on the Denver music scene, the Minor duo is bringing a unique twist of melodic electronica and folky hip-hop to the table. The duo is composed of multifaceted producer Sam Goodman and singer and songwriter Jessa Raskin. The two have a rich musical history and their chemistry in the lab is […]
![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 […]
![Rage Rocks 2018 with the Floozies and Lettuce | June 8th, 2018 [Show Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/2c295d48-img_4455.jpeg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Last week saw the funkiest cats around, Lettuce, take over the world renowned Red Rocks Amphitheatre for their infamous Rage Rocks, making number 5 their best yet. Missing the openers Jaw Gems was seriously tragic, as I was first acquainted with this group of talent through Lettuce and have followed their growth closely; I was […]
![Lost and Found: Our Top 3 Sets from Elements Lakewood 2018 [Festival Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/30fb8204-elements-music-festival-2018-shawn-russell-johnson-photography-for-the-wook-of-wall-street-001.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Where oh where did I lose my mind? At the earth stage with its epic sound system? With a projection mapped stage and unreal gyrating psychedelic visuals? Or did I leave it up in the canopy at the forest stage; looking down on an ocean of funky party people, relishing the vibe of uplifting house […]
![A Waxy Surprise at Elements Lakewood: Wax Future Hosts Pop-Up Performance on Friday Night of Festival [Video Recap]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/983f8758-33902775_10156382665084784_8604893885782556672_n.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
When it comes to surprises, the BangOn! Crew holds no bars, however sometimes surprises occur that they didn’t even plan for! This past weekend at Elements Lakewood, Wax Future had a few tricks up their own sleeves. After gracing the main stage Friday evening for their scheduled set, we caught Wax Future in the midst of a […]