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John Hiatt – August 13th – Denver Botanic Gardens

Estimated read time 2 min read

Last Tuesday night, Denver Botanic Gardens played host to a true legend of the songwriting world, Mr. John Hiatt. Hiatt, who was one of the pioneers who broke down the barriers between Country, Rock, and Pop, has been producing consistently strong material since his first release way back in 1974 and he proved he can still command attention with just an acoustic guitar, a harmonica, and his voice.

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Telluride Blues & Brews – September 15, 16, 17 – Telluride Town Park

Estimated read time 12 min read

It was yet another great year in Telluride and Steve Gumble and his crew outdid themselves again. Falling in mid-September, Blues & Brews always brings with it that bittersweet realization that Summer doesn’t last forever and Fall is right around the corner as fans are delighted by old favorites, turned on to up-and-comers, and reminded again why Telluride is one of the most special places in the world.

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Damien Rice and Iron & Wine – August 10th – Red Rocks Amphitheatre

Estimated read time 6 min read

The weather in Morrison on Monday night was just about perfect, there was a slight breeze and just the hint of a chill in the evening air as a varied crowd poured into Red Rocks for a unique double-bill of two genre defying artists who each chose to tackle The Rocks on their own without the help of their backing bands. It was an amazing night night filled moments turned to memories that are sure to last a lifetime.

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John Hiatt & Taj Mahal – August 13th – Chautauqua Auditorium

Estimated read time 4 min read

The Chautauqua Auditorium never fails to set its own tone with each event it hosts. The historic building is set in the shadow of the Flatirons and packs a visual wow factor as you amble up the hill to the door, but then drives it home as you take your seat and absorb all the warm, wood ambiance that is standard show experience in the 116 year old structure. This line-up of the Taj Mahal Trio and John Hiatt & The Combo was a true whopper and, as you can imagine, the show was sold-out.

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Elephant Revival – November 8th – Ogden Theatre

Estimated read time 4 min read

Elephant Revival fans know they are going to get an experience, not just a show, and that experience could be classified as near spiritual. Not religious by any means,, but there is a special energy that I only experience at an Elephant Revival show, and everytime I see them I feel as if I “come-to” once the show is over. Well this night was no different, and I felt as if I were transported somewhere else for the duration of the performance, then slowly dropped back to the balcony of The Ogden once it was over.

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Bonnie Raitt – October 17th – Bellco Theatre

Estimated read time 5 min read

A touching and empowering night of music from the legendary Miss Bonnie Raitt met every Bonnie fan’s expectations at the intimate Bellco Theatre in mid-October. The 5,000-seat venue had to be sold out, if not close to it and the set on stage was gorgeous with vibrant panels of purple, blue, and black that glittered behind the band as they tore through Raitt’s vast catalog of Blues and Soul inspired Pop. With a huge smile on her face and continually improving slide guitar chops, Raitt has carved her way into true legend status.

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John Hiatt & The Combo – August 30th – Chautauqua Auditorium

Estimated read time 5 min read

John Hiatt joked early on in his performance last week at Chautauqua that he had recently turned 60 years old. But, by the way he danced around the stage, filled the room with song, and simply rocked the hell out, you would have never been able to guess.he is one of the best songwriters to have ever come out of the Nashville music scene and his songs have been covered by everyone from Bob Dylan to Iggy Pop. He is a man with a legacy and he brought Colorado’s real music lovers out in force last week.

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Bruce Hornsby – August 30th – Denver Botanic Gardens

Estimated read time 4 min read

A crowd peppered mainly with 30 something couples and high-spirited baby boomers settled in on the lawn of the Denver Botanic Gardens Thursday night by draping blankets and uncorking bottles of wine. The well-dressed group seemed eager to enjoy the smooth sounds of Nicki Bluhm and the freewheeling Bruce Hornsby. The heat of the day had subsided and a few gray clouds slowly rolled in at this urban, yet intimate, location. The gathering had energy and seemed ready to party, in that loafers and khaki shorts kind of way.