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Electronic
Getting things started for the night, Mikey Thunder spun tracks over Jordan Polovina warming up his cello playing for his late night set. During the opening set, Mikey spun RZA’s “You Can’t Stop Me Now” which is an upbeat track with a groovy bass line and dope lyrics that Pretty Lights fans might recognize from […]
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Indie
Mammoth Water is here to funk. Pushing the limits of improvisational funk-rock, Denver trio Mammoth Water is making tidal waves in the Colorado music scene. Using their funk-rock dancetronica fusion, the trio creates a fresh experience at every show while maintaining their party music vibe with every experience. Incorporating elements of hip-hop, house music, rock, […]
Electronic
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 […]
Electronic
By: Louis Fagelson Kicking off the evening, residents Mikey Thunder and Jordan Polovina played through some of Jordan’s originals as well as some deep bass and reggae influenced instrumentals. Even while under the weather, Jordan managed to rock the crowd with intense, intricate cello playing during which Mikey provided his quick, yet precise cuts that […]
Electronic
“In the beginning, there was Sass” This Wednesday, Compose Yourself’s #WCW is the dynamic hip-hop, soul-funk trio Sassfactory hailing from Boulder, CO. The group is made up of Emma Badman on the decks, rapper Zoë Simone and singer Jade Elise. Their first EP, “Out Here”, combines flavorful instrumentals with heavy, hard hitting bars and charismatic […]
Electronic
This week’s WCW is Megan Hamilton, the electro funk queen putting Minneapolis on the map with her genre bending instrumentals and west coast hip-hop vocals. Hamilton’s range in style should be missed by none. The Minneapolis native has elements of every genre imaginable within her catalog; reggae, boom-bap, soul, dubstep, deep bass, house, trap, hip-hop, […]
Hip-Hop
Denver musician Jordan Polovina has more tricks up his sleeve than your favorite MC. Colorado artist and Cervantes Re:Search Wednesday resident Jordan Polovina is far beyond just a rapper. The mic torching, cello rocking 16+ year industry veteran is a part of a plethora of musical acts and has also put out a strong collection […]
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Guest Posts
It was chilly on Red River when I arrived in Austin Saturday night. Walking up to Stubb’s, I noticed a distinct lack of people milling about outside. I thought to myself there’s no way Austin wouldn’t turn out for a bluegrass show. The last time I had seen Yonder Mountain was several years ago […]
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Art
Starting out 2018 with a jump on the festival schedule, the second installment of Fractal Beach is here to tempt you. With an impressive lineup of music, live art, and panel speakers, we’ll give you a few reasons to put Fractal Beach on your sights this weekend. Artist highlights include Exmag, a supreme electronic funk […]
Live Music Coverage
Yes, you’ve heard of expanding your food palate, but have you thought about keeping an open mind when it comes to the world of music? It’s as important to me as food, really. A well rounded individual is created by the quality of food, art, and music they involve in their lives, and we believe […]