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Concerts

Denver New Year’s Eve Concerts to Ring in 2026

By Emily FergusonNovember 19, 2025

From raves to ritualistic ceremonies and bluegrass, these concerts all worth hitting.

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Concerts

Colorado Music Hall of Fame to Induct Legendary Band

By Emily FergusonNovember 19, 2025

Nathan Rateliff & the Night Sweats will be inducted in a live ceremony at the Mission on December 11.

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Features

This Denver Artist Is Prepared for the Apocalypse

By Emily FergusonNovember 19, 2025

With a new album, ego n friends asks a question with a surprising answer.

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Inaugural Punk Festival Hits Colfax This Weekend
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Inaugural Punk Festival Hits Colfax This Weekend

By Michael MazenkoNovember 12, 2025

“What makes this story especially powerful is the motive behind it. This is a not-for-profit festival where every dollar from ticket sales goes to support the venues and the bands.”

“Assholes Unite” for Denver Punk Legend Duane Lance Bodenheimer
Features

“Assholes Unite” for Denver Punk Legend Duane Lance Bodenheimer

By Justin CriadoNovember 7, 2025

The beloved frontman of local groups and the Derelicts will be celebrated at Mutiny Information Cafe.

Elway Goes Deep on New Album
Critic's Notebook

Elway Goes Deep on New Album

By Justin CriadoNovember 6, 2025

The longtime Fort Collins indie-punk band is playing release show at Skylark Lounge.

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Concerts

A Battle of the Bands Will Rock Denver

By Emily FergusonNovember 5, 2025

The competition will kick off at the Black Buzzard, and the winner will be crowned at the Oriental Theater.

Colorado Recording Studios to Bring Your Songs To Life
Critic's Notebook

Colorado Recording Studios to Bring Your Songs To Life

By Zachary ViscontiNovember 5, 2025

These Colorado studios are favorites of some artists locally, nationally and internationally, and their discographies speak for themselves.

The Best New Music Releases of October 2025
Critic's Notebook

The Best New Music Releases of October 2025

By Justin CriadoOctober 31, 2025

Trick-or-treat lasted all month with the latest from local musicians.

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The Call of Goathulu: Denver’s Goat Hill Massacre Talks New Music
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The Call of Goathulu: Denver’s Goat Hill Massacre Talks New Music

By Justin CriadoOctober 30, 2025

The groove-metal band will headline an all-local show at Moe’s on Saturday, November 1.

Sonic Ceremony: How to Prepare for itchy-O’s Hallowmass
Features

Sonic Ceremony: How to Prepare for itchy-O’s Hallowmass

By Justin CriadoOctober 30, 2025

Denver’s most mysterious collective will host its annual rites at Summit this weekend.

Nightmare Fuel: Buckle Up For Flahoola’s Fast-And-Furious Debut
Features

Nightmare Fuel: Buckle Up For Flahoola’s Fast-And-Furious Debut

By Justin CriadoOctober 29, 2025

The Denver speed trio is playing a release show at the Oriental Theater on Saturday, November 1.

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Features

Meet the Busking Metal Band Taking Denver by Storm

By Emily FergusonOctober 29, 2025

Insipidus is kind of the coolest band in Denver right now.

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Concerts

Halloween Concerts in Denver You Don’t Want to Miss

By Emily FergusonOctober 27, 2025

From an annual ritual to a hip-hop party at Red Rocks, these are the best Halloween shows.

Primitive Man Isn’t Afraid of Harsh Truths
Features

Primitive Man Isn’t Afraid of Harsh Truths

By Justin CriadoOctober 27, 2025

The Denver death-sludge doom trio grapples with modern-day monsters on its new album, out on Halloween.

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Features

Malcolm Whyz3 Can’t Be Boxed In

By Cleo MirzaOctober 22, 2025

The local rapper discusses the Denver hip-hop scene and his latest single, “THE BOX.”

Vampires, Demons and Werewolf Jesus: A Metal Debut to Remember
Critic's Notebook

Vampires, Demons and Werewolf Jesus: A Metal Debut to Remember

By Justin CriadoOctober 21, 2025

Pedestal for Leviathan will unleash its new album at the Crypt on Wednesday, October 22.

Nederland’s Brightwood Music Is Coming Out of a Dark Time
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Nederland’s Brightwood Music Is Coming Out of a Dark Time

By Michael RobertsOctober 21, 2025

“This was our retirement — what we’ve been building up so we could have a retirement. So it’s devastating for us.”

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This Denver Band Just Released the Perfect Album for Fall
Critic's Notebook

This Denver Band Just Released the Perfect Album for Fall

By Justin CriadoOctober 17, 2025

Broken Record serves ballads and angry bangers on its third LP.

This Is a Metalcore Band to Remember
Critic's Notebook

This Is a Metalcore Band to Remember

By Justin CriadoOctober 16, 2025

The Denver band is gearing up for its inaugural release and first-ever show opening for Soulfly next month.

Meet the Band Reviving Classic Rock in Denver
Features

Meet the Band Reviving Classic Rock in Denver

By Jackson PittsOctober 15, 2025

Velvet Daydream will headline the Federal Theatre on Friday, October 17.

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Features

Destiny Bond Knows the Power of Punk

By Zachary ViscontiOctober 15, 2025

Destiny Bond’s new album is a heavy, urgent and worthy follow-up to the band’s debut.

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