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Widespread Panic kicks off historic Red Rocks run with heater sets
Jimmy Herring left big shoes to fill, but Nick Johnson proved he’s an incredible fit.
Your Red Rocks Parking Guide: Map, Pricing, Tips and More
Many newcomers don’t know that a hike is involved when attending a show at the historic venue.
Louis Tomlinson made a triumphant return to Red Rocks
After his 2023 show was cut short by a storm, Louis Tomlinson lit up Red Rocks under clear skies.
Review: Amyl and the Sniffers showed Red Rocks the power of women in punk
Joined by L7 and Party Dozen, Amyl and the Sniffers detonated Red Rocks with punk fury.
The boxer hasn’t left the ring: Paul Simon lights up Red Rocks
The folk legend played two shows this weekend.
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Indiewood Street Festival brought the heat (and no shade): Review
The festival marked its second iteration in Englewood, and saw sets from local legends like Bluebook.
The best new music releases from Colorado artists in May
From indie offerings to punked-up hip hop, here’s the best local music to add to your playlist.
Review: Could Outside Days become Denver’s own SXSW?
This is the festival’s first year at the Auraria Campus, and fans showed up and out for Death Cab, Goth Babe, Japanese Breakfast and Wildermiss.
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Kali Uchis transported Red Rocks into her own world: Review
The singer’s second show in the greater Denver area in less than 12 months left the audience begging for more
Two Seminal Bright Eyes Albums Are Officially of Drinking Age, Which the Band Celebrated at Red Rocks
The show was rescheduled because of last week’s snow.
Yungblud Had a Sold-Out Debut at Red Rocks. Was It Worth the Hype?
The musician has collaborated with Aerosmith, Smashing Pumpkins and Ozzy Osbourne. But his solo work took center stage in Colorado.
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These Are the Best Music Venues in Fort Collins
Home to the Fort Collins Musicians Association, this town is overflowing with live music from local and touring musicians.
The Best New Music Releases of April 2026
Denver doom metallers announced a new album with an epic single, wild rockers dropped a raging record, and more from this month.
FoCoMX Showed People Really Do Care About Local Live Music
The festival sold out and saw fans dancing through downtown Fort Collins.
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Our Music Editor’s Artist Picks for FoCoMX
One of the state’s best local-focused music festivals sounds off in Fort Collins this weekend.
Toke Up for These Four 4/20 Concerts
Ice Cube at Red Rocks, a guitarist who was raised by chickens and more reasons to be high on Mile High happenings.
Five Denver Stoner Bands to Listen to on 4/20
Marijuana isn’t the only thing that’ll get you high on this unofficial cannabis holiday.
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Where to Find Record Store Day Events, Releases in Denver
Record Store Day is one of the biggest drop days for limited edition pressings from some of the industry’s largest acts.
The Best New Music Releases of March 2026
This month brought us everything from retro rock to black metal.
Twelve Colorado Rappers to Watch in 2026
These twelve artists are defining Colorado’s hip-hop scene and raising the bar.
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When Gods Come Back to Denver: All Them Witches, King Buffalo Ripped
After a sold-out show in Boulder, the stoner, psych rock torchbearers sell out the Ogden Theatre. All Them Witches says, “It’s starting to feel like a hometown for us.”