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East Coast
Last year looked like a tough year to top with killer supergroups gracing the stages by the likes of Breaking Biscuits, Jason Hann’s Rythmatronix, and The Nth Power as “Earth Wind & Power” doing a super funky Earth Wind & Fire tribute. Four have been announced so far for this year, and the supergroups already look promising. […]
Festival Coverage
For two hell-raising days this fall, Texas brings back one of its loudest and fiercest festivals for all rock and heavy metal fans alike. Houston Open Air takes over the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion this October 14th and 15th, headlining with rock super groups: Five Finger Death Punch, Stone Sour, Mastodon, and Marilyn Manson. The […]
![Emancipator Ensemble invites Opiuo Band, RJD2 & Machinedrum for first Red Rocks headliner | August 27th, 2017 [Ticket Giveaway]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/EMANC_OPIU_RRX_BLUE_SQUAREINSTA.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Only a few short weeks stand between us and what is sure to be a monumental night – Emancipator’s first Red Rocks headliner. Joining the band for the evening will be heavy weights Machinedrum, The Opiuo Band, and RJD2 Live Band. Emancipator Ensemble’s debut at Red Rocks is sure to be filled with the soulful […]
![Glass Animals and Little Dragon to headline Red Rocks Amphitheater | July 26, 2017 [#DroolMode]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/LD.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Music lovers will get a rare treat for this weeks’ humpday: Little Dragon and Glass Animals are headlining the majestic Red Rocks, and to be excited is an understatement. If you’ve yet to witness the aesthetically pleasing quirk of Glass Animals, we can assure you won’t be disappointed. Rubber plants, moody lighting and sensual soundscapes […]
Electronic
This July 28th and 29th we have a one of a kind event coming to Denver, and we highly encourage you to be apart of it! The Neighborhood Summer Block Party is an intimate event that has been curated with health, art and music in mind – perfect for an end of summer soul cleanse. Spectra […]
![Day N Night 2017 brings underground hiphop, high rising talents, and dopeness galore | September 8th-10th, 2017 [#DroolMode]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/DAY_N_NIGHT_2017_FINALv24-01.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
Among the blockbuster of names such as Chance the Rapper, YG, Kendrick Lamar, Lil Uzi Vert and 21 Savage, the lineup for Day N’ Night remains exceptional and fresh. Forever favorite Earl Sweatshirt, UK mama Little Simz and trap flavored duo THEY. will also make Day N’ Night a can’t miss weekend. This could possibly […]
![Brooklyn Comes Alive returns for two days of super jam greatness | September 23rd + 24th, 2017 [#DroolMode]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/brooklyn1.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
East Coast
Brooklyn Comes Alive 2017 Saturday, September 23 and Sunday, September 24 the funk and jams will be returning to Brooklyn for another round of one-of-a-kind collaborations. This year’s artist roster is far more stacked than last year’s, ringing in a whole new spectrum of talent, while still bringing back fan favorites such as members from […]
![Gem and Jam Returns January 25th – 28th, 2018 to the Pima County Fairgrounds [Event Previews]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/gemandjajm.png?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
The beloved Gem and Jam Festival will return to Tucson, Arizona for what is sure to be the most beautifully crafted year yet. 2017 saw G&J’s first year embracing the change at Pima County Fairgrounds, and we’re excited to head back and dive into new and improved digs. It’s been an absolute pleasure to watch […]
![ARISE Music Festival announces music and yoga schedules + 2017 is set to be biggest year yet! | August 4th – 6th, 2017 [#DroolMode]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sunrise.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
For its 5th anniversary, ARISE Music Festival is pulling out all the stops with their insanely eclectic lineup this year. The conscious Loveland event has drawn in music lovers both young and old for years now, and 2017 is looking to be the biggest gathering yet. Attendees from all walks of life can expect to […]
Electronic
Upon first glance, the flier for The Pirate Party is so staggering you can’t help but snicker. Names are stacked so high that by the 5th or 6th line, you’re squinting to read. But this epic weekend is no joke – this is the heaviest hitting lineup Pirate Party has ever had, and we’re beyond […]