Tag: Arts + Culture
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Van Zeppelin and Daft Floyd: Bringing Back Cover Bands
By Hayley Forstot From the moment the singer hit the first note, I knew Van Zeppelin was going to rock and roll. The crowd was electric and it was an unforgettable sing-along. It was so nice to see people of all ages come together and share the same love for music. Lead singer Alec Smith’s…
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Smiles and Soulful Grooves: A Funky Friday Night with Nether Hour
By Dominique Montes Bishop left, Bobby center, Bercy right, singing “The Hit.” (Dominique Montes/Radio1190) If any experience really captured Boulder’s lively culture, it was Nether Hour’s concert at Fox Theater on Friday, Jan. 31. A 2018 rock band debut from Austin,Texas Bobby Flacos’ vocals, Adam Bercy’s bass and guitarist Bishop delivered a groovy mix of…
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Synergistic Hardcore: Scorplings Play at Wesley Church
By Nicholas Merl Andrés Perez (Left), Bryon Parker (Center) and Dan Monaghan (Right) playing at Wesley Foundation United Methodist Church, Saturday, Feb. 8 (Photos via Machkne Rudnicki) Denver-based experimental hardcore trio Scorplings played at the Punk Standard show at Wesley Foundation United Methodist Church on Saturday, Feb. 8. Playing alongside coloradan punk acts Soneffs, Chair…
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Review: A Dazzle of Darkness
By Juanita Hurtado Rebecca DiDomenico’s newest BMOCA exhibit explores the universe of darkness.
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Concert Review: When Punks go to Church
By Nicholas Merl Chair Bomb performing at the Wesley Foundation United Methodist Church. (Robert Esteban Vera/Radio 1190) It was far from the usual crowd piling into the Wesley Foundation United Methodist Church on the evening of Saturday, Nov. 23. The church was overrun by hordes of teenage punks drawn in by flyers advertising local punk…
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A Review of “Hänsel und Gretel”: Faces Stuffed with Gingerbread and a Witch in the Oven
By William Flockton It was taken straight from the dreams that are really just memories of childhood: broom sword fights, sunbeams cutting through trees, terrifying angels and the desperate wish for life-sized gingerbread houses. So much so, that even this reporter forgot that he was not dreaming, but watching an opera. The opera in question…
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the Super Half-Marathon Tour: The Wrecks w/ The High Lines at Globe Hall 11/19/2024
By Jasmyn Chioda and Kayla Drumke Photo by Jasmyn Chioda It has always been a dream of mine to work in all aspects of the music industry, from behind the scenes to live shows to creating my own music. On November 19, 2024, I was given the opportunity—along with a volunteer—to attend the sold-out Super…
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Review: All Hail the Mighty Mambo: Cabaret Diosa’s First Show in 18 Years
By William Flockton Juan del Queso and Montana del Fuego down entire bottles of alcohol. Photo by William Flockton “All Hail the Mighty Mambo!” is what Cabaret Diosa had fans chanting at Boulder Theatre on Nov. 1. The concert was the first performance by the band in 18 years. Lead vocalists Juan del Queso and…
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A Review of “Duck Pond”: Boulder’s Artist Series Opens with a Reimagined Ballet Classic
By William Flockton and Taylor Brown (Circa Ballet | CU Presents) On a cool autumn evening, the audience in their suits and sweaters settled into their seats as their eyes settled onto the stage of Macky Auditorium. The lights went dark, and the theater fell into silence. Then in the darkness, a white spotlight illuminates…
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Abhi the Nomad Bids Denver Farewell: Concert at Meow Wolf
By Maggie Bush Photo by Maggie Bush With his electric alternative rap and hip hop, Abhi the Nomad marked his last Denver show with a dynamic set at Meow Wolf on Oct. 4, ensuring everyone left the venue sweaty, breathless and on top of the world. Opening for Abhi the Nomad were two longtime collaborators,…
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Honorably ‘Zooked’ At Zookraught’s 7th Circle Show
By Jack Armstrong Stephanie Jones (bass/vocals/left), Sami Fredrick (guitar/vocals/center) and Bailey Harper (drums/vocals/right) Seattle-based punk and dance act, Zookraught, has a reputation to fulfill that starts with their makeup and ends with an audience that’s halfway between a mosh and a boogie. Likewise, they delivered at their September 23rd show when dropped by Seventh Circle…
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New Single ‘Hitherto’ from Mahawam Releases Before Upcoming EP
By Clara Gauthier Indie rock and Tame Impala fans will enjoy the new single from nonbinary musician, Mahawam, titled “Hitherto” from their most recent EP “Hot Pressed.” “Hitherto” is a “breakup song about leaving yourself” and growing past the parts of yourself that are no longer beneficial to you. For Mahawam, they are leaving behind…
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Up-and-Coming Queer-Fronted Denver Bands
By Clara Gauthier Looking to refresh your music taste this summer? Check out some of our favorite up-and-coming queer-fronted Denver Metro Area bands. YAN YEZ Made up of guitarist Calvin, drummer Kira, and frontman and vocalist Nico, this band is uncategorizable, and filled with punk, electric, hip-hop, rock, and pop influences. Personally, their sound reminds…
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Concert Journal #1: Diva Cup Rocks The Fox
Written by Leon Spiess + Photos by Jack Armstrong Diva Cup! From Left – Addy Shae (Bass), Maggie Kempen (Drums), Polly Catharine (Vocals), Maxx Goodman (Guitar) With a loud, boisterous and distinctly female punk sound, Boulder-based band Diva Cup performed at the Fox Theater on June 7th, and they brought the house down, period. Diva…
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Linda From Work Keeps Denver’s Energy High Day After St. Patrick’s Day
By Nicholas Merl When asked what concertgoers at Denver’s Bar 404 could expect from Linda from Work, guitarist Elliott Gregory put it simply: “Rock’n’Roll baby. Loud, fast, and a lot of movement.” Taking to the stage alongside fellow rock band No Fauna, Linda from Work delivered just that. With merciless guitar riffs, hard-hitting drums and…