Best Soundman

Golden's historic Buffalo Rose is one of the state's better music rooms. What makes it so special? A split-level roadhouse layout and soundman Mike Maloney. The always-accommodating Maloney finesses the Rose's full-sized P.A. to perfection, thrilling listeners with a sound that's big but never blows out eardrums. Patrons enjoy Maloney's...

March 27, 2003

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Golden’s historic Buffalo Rose is one of the state’s better music rooms. What makes it so special? A split-level roadhouse layout and soundman Mike Maloney. The always-accommodating Maloney finesses the Rose’s full-sized P.A. to perfection, thrilling listeners with a sound that’s big but never blows out eardrums. Patrons enjoy Maloney’s artistry, and players reap the bennies from behind the stacks with a stage mix that’s arena-rich but not overdone.