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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 […]
![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 […]
![Lotus releases first live DVD + new remix from Manic Focus ahead of Red Rocks headliner [Event Preview]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/lotus1.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
As Fall finally arrives, there is much to look forward to in beautiful Colorado – the changing of the leaves, that crisp clean air, and of course – Lotus on the Rocks. This Saturday, the band will take over our gorgeous backyard amphitheater along with Com Truise and Nosaj Thing. Having just released their first […]
![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 […]
![Night One of Chance the Rapper’s ‘Be Encouraged’ tour at Red Rocks Amphitheater aka Chance Rocks! May 2nd + 3rd, 2017 [Show Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/chance.png?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Hip-Hop
Yesterday I awoke with the kind of excitement that only Christmas can bring to a child, yet it was something entirely different happening for me on this particular day. Today was officially CHANCE THE RAPPER DAY, or at least in my world, and with it landing on taco Tuesday as well, I was overwhelmed with […]
![Papadosio Invites Desert Dwellers, Sunsquabi and Alex Grey to Red Rocks Amphitheater for Re:Creation | May 6th, 2017 [Event Preview]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/papadosioRRX_IGSQ1200-980x980.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
When the seasons start changing from snowy to sunny Red Rocks season begins to heat up. New-age livetronica quintet Papadosio make a stop at the historic amphitheater on May 6th armed with an eclectic array of musical and artistic support. After crushing their first ever headlining Red Rocks appearance last year, Papadosio returns with Supersillyus, […]
Hip-Hop
The masterful minds behind Atmosphere, Slug (Sean Daley) and Ant (Anthony Davis), have been selling out the beautiful Red Rocks Amphitheater for years now, but that doesn’t mean it gets any less exciting when the duo comes around. As true lovers of hip-hop themselves, Atmosphere have consistently produced an arsenal of tracks that have captivated […]
![String Cheese Incident Bless Red Rocks With Epic Start to Three-Night Run | July 15th, 2016 [Photo Gallery + Show Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/13724925_1337323676296426_8643252575167775224_o.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Jamband
Waking up to a perfect Colorado bluebird sky, it was clear to see that Friday, July 15th, was the epic start to a 3 night String Cheese Incident run at one of the most beautiful amphitheaters in the world, Red Rocks. These local musicians always make their Red Rocks run extraordinary because Colorado is home to these guys, […]