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Dave Preston, Shady Elders & More: Denver Live Music Weekend Picks Apr. 5-6

April 5, 2013
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Dave Preston, Shady Elders & More: Denver Live Music Weekend Picks Apr. 5-6

There’s plenty of great live music going on in Denver for the first weekend of April–far more than one person could take in. So…here are a few suggestions among the many great alternatives to help you make up your mind, including a few hidden treasures. Good luck deciding. FRIDAY, APRIL 5 Singer-songwriter/guitarist Ryan Chrys...

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Foxfield Four, Petals of Spain & More: Denver Live Music Weekend Picks Mar. 1-2

March 1, 2013
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Foxfield Four, Petals of Spain & More: Denver Live Music Weekend Picks Mar. 1-2

Yep, it’s not just a new month, it’s the weekend–and Denver has lots of great live gigs going on as usual. If you need help narrowing down your choices…well, that’s what we’re here for. You’re welcome.   FRIDAY, MAR. 1 Synthpop act Passion Pit is making a tour stop at 1stBank Center, 11450 Broomfield...

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Denver Live Music Weekend Picks (SPECIAL EDITION: New Year’s Weekend 2012)

December 28, 2012
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Denver Live Music Weekend Picks (SPECIAL EDITION: New Year’s Weekend 2012)

Since New Year’s Eve 2012 falls on Monday, it seems a lot of Denver’s best acts are gearing up for big parties at local venues. As usual, there are plenty of great live shows going on around town all weekend, but this week’s picks include some of the more promising New Year’s Eve shows,...

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Born In the Flood & More: Denver Live Music Weekend Picks Dec. 21-22

December 21, 2012
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Born In the Flood & More: Denver Live Music Weekend Picks Dec. 21-22

It’s December 21. Everyone still here? Good. If you’re in Denver looking for some great live shows to attend to celebrate the world not ending, here are a few suggestions to narrow down the many choices available. Here you go… FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21 Local fans who remember Nathaniel Rateliff’s early band Born In the...

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Grub Street Writer, Chris Daniels & More: Denver Live Music Weekend Picks Nov. 16-17

November 16, 2012
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Grub Street Writer, Chris Daniels & More: Denver Live Music Weekend Picks Nov. 16-17

Searching for some great live gigs in Denver this weekend? There are plenty of ‘em, as usual. To help narrow the search, here are a few suggestions from the cream of the crop. FRIDAY, NOV. 16 Local blues/funk band Chris Daniels & the Kings will be headlining at the Soiled Dove Underground, 7401 E....

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Megan Burtt, Grace Potter & More: Denver Live Music Weekend Picks Oct. 26-27

October 26, 2012
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Megan Burtt, Grace Potter & More: Denver Live Music Weekend Picks Oct. 26-27

There are plenty of great live shows going on this weekend in and around Denver, with both local and touring acts performing. If you need some help narrowing the search for some awesome live music in the Mile High, check out some of the more promising events below. MEGAN BURTT: TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC...

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Face, Kyle James Hauser & More: Denver Live Music Weekend Picks Oct. 12-13

October 12, 2012
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Face, Kyle James Hauser & More: Denver Live Music Weekend Picks Oct. 12-13

Looking for some great live music this weekend in Denver? As usual, there’s a lot to choose from–and as usual, I’ve narrowed it down to a few of the more promising shows to help make it easier to decide. You’re welcome. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12 British singer/songwriter Beth Orton is appearing at the Fox Theatre,...

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Bop Skizzum Gets “Coloradical”

October 3, 2012
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Bop Skizzum Gets “Coloradical”

If you’ve hung around the Denver music scene much, you’ve probably heard of rock/funk band Bop Skizzum. Founded by former Flobots member Andy “Rok” Guerrero, this band has been rapidly making a name for itself, not just for their niche fusion of rock/funk/soul, but simply by making great music. I’ve seen them play around...

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Denver Live Music–My Weekend Picks Sept. 21-22

September 20, 2012
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Denver Live Music–My Weekend Picks Sept. 21-22

Welcome to the new Denver Live Music Weekend Picks! This feature has been moved to The Oomph Music Blog from my column at Examiner.com. The weekend picks are here to give you tips for catching some of the more promising shows each weekend in the Denver area. That said…let’s get started. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21...

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UMS Diaries 2012–Day Three

July 22, 2012
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UMS Diaries 2012–Day Three

I have to be honest: between a hectic schedule involving more than just the UMS and overall exhaustion, I went home a bit early from the Underground Music Showcase on Saturday in order to save my strength for Sunday. However, I did manage to catch a few cool shows in the time I was...

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