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![Lotus deliver bliss and technicality to fans of the Belly Up in Aspen | February 22nd + February 23rd, 2018 [Concert Photography]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/aeb8bdbb-dsc_0691.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Forever one of our favorite bands, Lotus have proven their combined talent many occasions over, and we’ve been grateful to bare witness several times over the years. Somehow, none of these shows can ever measure up to seeing them in an intimate venue close to your heart, and the Belly Up in Aspen is our […]
Electronic
Kicking off the evening, Jordan Polovina opened with one of his signature cello/hip-hop jams “Late Night.” The melodic ending helped him transition smoothly into his “Lana Del Ray vs Method Man” mashup. The track features Lana’s eerie vocals over a spacey trap instrumental that bridges into a Method Man verse over a fresh beat and […]
![Music, Brews and Mountains: Winter Wondergrass 2018 was completely epic! [Photo Gallery]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/a8b13d01-leftover-jam-2.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
February may be a month gone too soon for some, but for bluegrass lovers in Colorado, it marks the most wonderful time of the year; Winter Wondergrass! Hosting separate weekends in Steamboat Springs and Lake Tahoe, Winter Wondergrass is a gathering born of adventure seekers, craft beer enthusiasts and heartfelt, soul twangin’ bluegrass. Giving attendees […]
Electronic
After making a relocation to the larger Pima County Fairgrounds, Gem and Jam Festival have triumphed once again in beating the obstacles. As music lineups begin to roll out and festival announcements hit the feeds everyday, the team behind Gem and Jam Festival rolled up their sleeves and hand-picked a meticulous lineup of talent to […]
![The Russ Liquid Test at the Nectar Lounge with DeFunk and Willdabeast | November 5th, 2017 [Event Preview]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/TRLT_DETROIT_2017_CP_006-2.jpeg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Bringing together a distinct sound that is rooted in the New Orleans jazz scene and blends the spirited energy of classic funk with modern electronic production, the trio consisting of brass specialist Russell Scott, guitarist Andrew Block, and drummer Deven Trusclair invites listeners to melt and immerse themselves in their experimental Test. The Russ Liquid Test […]
![Sounds from the Aztec Hi-Fi: Thievery Corporation @ The Aztec Theatre 10.20.17 [Show Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/2017thieverycorp%40aztec-14.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Funk
Genre-blending is not an uncommon practice anymore. It’s not so out there these days to hear about electronic-rap-metal or indie-folk-punk. The yardstick is quality, and when it comes to quality, few reach the level of Thievery Corporation – a production duo from Washington DC that has been happily smelting vibes from all corners of the […]
![Getting Monumental at Red Rocks: Emancipator Ensemble, RJD2, Opiuo, Machinedrum [Show Review + Photo Gallery] | August 27, 2017](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/4K9A5451.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Last Sunday, Portland based musician Emancipator came to Red Rocks to close out his very first Red Rocks show at the best venue on the planet! It’s been something they’ve had in the works for years, and they’ve finally had the opportunity to bring it to light with some spectacular acts to share the stage […]
Electronic
Weekdays are the new black: 5 Denver music residencies that are taking over the weekends Meadowlark’s Jazz Jam Where/When: Every Monday at Meadowlark What: Jazz/Blues Why it’s worth checking out: It’s nice to see instruments on a stage, right? It can be hard to switch it up living in the day and age of electronic […]
![Getting Stoopid on the River: Slightly Stoopid brings Sounds of Summer to Whitewater Amphitheater | July 28th, 2017 [Event Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/2017stoopidwwatx-29.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Live Music Coverage
Way out amidst the forested hills of the Texas countryside, something was brewing. The heat of the day was beginning to abate as the sun came down, and a family clad in bathing suits walked away from Whitewater as I pulled in. In addition to the amphitheater, Whitewater is also home to Whitewater Sports, where […]
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 […]