The Motet started as a band the exact year that I moved to Boulder, 1998. I used to see members busking in the streets or see Jamie Janover playing the dulcimer on Pearl St. entertaining tourists and making a few bucks. Now, Jamie runs one of the most transcendental music festival in the country, Sonic… Continue reading The Motet Funkin' the Fox Theatre's 25th
In the cozy confines of the Crazy Horse Saloon in Nevada City, CA, on April 29, Shakey Zimmerman turned lots of heads with their powerful, compelling takes on venerable Bob Dylan and Neil Young material. Opening the show was the acoustic duo of Shakey’s Pat Nevins along with music newcomer Jennifer Mydland, daughter of Brent… Continue reading Mydland/Nevins Duo | Nevada City, CA
The music and history of Michael Jackson is legendary to say the least. Everything that the King of Pop ever performed was gold. His hard work and dedication to his craft made him one of the greatest entertainers of all time. On this night, the Colorado Symphony led by conductor Brent Havens, set out to… Continue reading Colorado Symphony & The Music of Michael
For years now, these events organized by J2G Productions, along with the Love Shack, have been the hottest dance parties in Denver. Most of the reason why is because when a large group of extremely talented musicians get together to jam, everyone does their best to represent. I saw these first attending eight different Bonnaroo… Continue reading 2017 Dance Party Time Machine Best Yet
The first chapter of Twiddle‘s double album, PLUMP, was released in December 2015, helping to cement the reputation of the Vermont-based jam band, which has cultivated an enthusiastic following through consistent touring and jubilant live shows. On April 28th, the band will release PLUMP Chapter 2 along with a remastered edition of Chapter 1. The… Continue reading Twiddle | PLUMP Chapters 1 & 2 | Review
Stepping into the historic Gothic Theatre, you couldn’t help but absorb some of the effervescent energy of your fellow concertgoers even before the music started. The crowd, a healthy mixture of deadheads, Biscuits fans, and other various thrill-seeking music lovers, wore one big collective smile from the start of Tom Hamilton’s American Babies set all… Continue reading Electron | Gothic Theatre – Denver | Review
The act, Tuck and Patti, is comprised of guitarist William Charles “Tuck” Andress and vocalist/arranger Patti Cathcart. They began garnering steam in 1981 after making the decision to perform as a duo. Their recording career was launched with the release of “Tears of Joy” (Windham Hill Records) in 1987. Then went on to record nine… Continue reading Tuck Andress and Patti Cathcart | Review
Arkansauce is set to release their 3rd album at Georges’ Majestic Lounge this Saturday, April 22. Upon first sight, the album art of Arkansauce’s latest release is very striking. A welcomed sight as many within the music industry are leaning toward digital releases with no real visual appeal. Once opened this album, If I Were… Continue reading Arkansauce | "If I Were You" | Review
Josh Ritter returned to City Winery this week, performing to an eager audience that had been awaiting his performance since he had to cancel the original show back in February due to illness. The set list for the night included songs from a variety of Ritter’s albums, including Sermon on the Rocks (2015), To The… Continue reading Josh Ritter | City Winery | 4/19/17 | Review
Last Thanksgiving was the 40th anniversary of perhaps the most important concert event in rock ‘n’ roll history. The Last Waltz was promoter Bill Graham‘s grandest achievement of his career. Pulling off an unprecedented pre-show Thanksgiving dinner for a couple thousand lucky attendees for what was said to be The Band‘s final concert at the… Continue reading The Last Waltz 40 Tour | San Francisco, CA
