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Firefly Autism “Road To Blues & Brews” Artist Interview: Rachel & The Ruckus

Estimated read time 14 min read

Whether it’s raising two kids, voicing over Cinderella, or singing in a band, Rachel Alena of the band, Rachel & The Ruckus is surely something. An inspiring story of a life in L.A. and a musical journey to Colorado is just the beginning. Rachel’s just getting warmed up! Rachel & The Ruckus, is a band you won’t want to miss at this weekend’s Firefly Autism “Road to Blues & Brews” at Park House. They play from 3:20 to 4:05.

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Firefly Autism “Road To Blues & Brews” Artist Interview: Chris Daniels & The Kings

Estimated read time 10 min read

Chris Daniels and the Kings has been showered with love by fans for over 30 years now! They are an R&B band with a passion for horns. Amidst a very busy summer concert schedule, Chris Daniels took the time to answer several questions from one of Denver Writes’ enthusiastic almost 13-year-olds, Lauren Smith as he prepares to lead his band into the Firefly Autism “Road To Blues & Brews” on August 1st at Park House in Denver.

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Modern Suspects Talk Cover Art, How To Do A Proper Hi-Five, & Where They See Themselves In Two Years

Estimated read time 6 min read

Colorado’s Modern Suspects have set out to create a unique yet relatable sound. Their music, affectionately referred to as “popternative,” combines elements of modern technology while remaining timeless and catchy. Twelve year old Maydha Kumar from Denver Writes talked with Modern Suspects to find out about what inspired the cover art for their debut EP, how to do a proper hi-five, and where they see themselves in two years.

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Eric Low Talks Fox Street’s New Album & Gives A Music History Lesson To Aspiring 10 And 7 Year Old Writers

Estimated read time 11 min read

Fox Street boasts a big, soulful Rock n’ Roll sound laced with three-part harmonies, screaming guitars, soulful sax, and a devastatingly funky rhythm section. Eric Low met up with brother and sister duo Rowan (age 10) and Felix (age 7 ¾) Hillhouse to discuss how the band got it’s name, their new album dropping August 1st, and which musicians have influenced him the most.

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Denver Writes Talks With Austin Young About His Sound, His Influences, and His Heroes

Estimated read time 5 min read

Earlier this week we published a feature article on how Listen Up Denver! is teaming up with Denver Writes and Amp The Cause for a series of interviews profiling several of the artists scheduled to perform at the Denver Day of Rock on Saturday, May 23rd. For the first piece in this series, ten year old Clary Reichley got to sit down with local Blues guitarist Austin Young to talk about his sound, his influences, and his heroes.

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Denver Day Of Rock: Denver Writes For The Cause

Estimated read time 7 min read

On May 23rd downtown Denver will once again echo with the sounds of booming bass and gritty guitars for the 7th annual Denver Day of Rock, presented by the non-profit organization Amp The Cause to raise funds and awareness for like minded local non-profits. While Amp The Cause has always put an emphasis on children, this year’s event birthed a unique opportunity for the young, intrepid writers of Denver Writes to interview Day of Rock artists and review their performances.