Author: Gary Mellini

Gary is a lifelong music fan raised in Chicago. He is the "G" of J2G Live, a Denver based music production company that brings you "Dance Party Time Machine," "Revenge of the 90's" among other great events.
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The Disco Biscuits – June 3rd – Red Rocks Amphitheatre

Estimated read time 10 min read

After three rowdy nights at The Ogden Theatre, anticipation levels were high to see if The Disco Biscuits could finally deliver a Red Rocks performance for the ages. While they have had some memorable moments, the band had yet to play the front-to-back classic on The Rocks. With how well the band had been playing of late, and with how unbelievably good the previous three nights were, fans were confident this was their year and, to their delight, that confidence was rewarded with easily the best show the band had played at Red Rocks to date.

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The Disco Biscuits – June 1st – The Ogden Theatre

Estimated read time 9 min read

A sold-out crowd was fired up and ready to go last Thursday night at The Ogden Theatre for Trancefusion-Rock pioneers, The Disco Biscuits. Anticipation levels were extremely high heading into this Bisco Inferno run and the band did not disappoint. Undeterred by the heat and sweat that comes with a sold out show in June at The Ogden, TDB fans were treated to an epic performance that easily ranks among the best in recent memory for the band.

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Top Ten Moments in Bisco Inferno History

Estimated read time 14 min read

The first weekend of June in Colorado is cause for celebration for most people out here but, for fans of The Disco Biscuits, it has an extra special place in their hearts. The reason: Bisco Inferno. For four nights, their favorite band comes to town and lets it all hang out culminating with a headlining performance at Red Rocks. Over the years, TDB fans have witnessed to some epic moments and, in advance of this year’s Bisco Inferno, here are ten of our favorite.

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Umphrey’s McGee – July 3rd – Red Rocks Amphitheatre

Estimated read time 7 min read

A packed house was ready to get their UMerica on and celebrate 4th of July weekend with jamband juggernauts Umphrey’s McGee and Joe Russo’s Almost Dead at America’s favorite outdoor concert venue. After a stellar Saturday night, expectations were high but there were nothing but smiles and good vibes on The Rocks and the sold-out crowd was treated to a dazzling display of masterful playing by both bands.

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The Disco Biscuits – June 4th – Red Rocks Amphitheatre

Estimated read time 14 min read

Nothing is quite as magical as Red Rocks on a perfect Summer’s Night. Unfortunately for The Disco Biscuits they seem to be followed by cold, rain, snow, or any other number of weather issues that would discourage just about any other band from ever leaving the house. After what has seemed like decades of being plagued by the worst weather imaginable, the stars finally seemed to align for the quartet so those in attendance were ready for the band to finally deliver their Red Rocks masterpiece.

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The Disco Biscuits – June 3rd – Ogden Theatre

Estimated read time 9 min read

With two impressive performances under their belts, on Friday night The Disco Biscuits were ready to close out their three night run at The Ogden Theater and shift focus to Red Rocks. After the previous night saw some birthday shenanigans for drummer Allen Aucoin and an amazing second, set the sold-out crowd was amped-up and, by the looks of things, the band was ready to throw down.

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Top Ten Disco Biscuits Moments in Colorado: From Humble Beginnings at The Fox To Laser Snow, It’s Been Quite the Ride

The Disco Biscuits with Bill Kreutzmann & Mickey Hart 4/17/2015 - Bisco Inferno, Red Rocks Amphitheater - Morrison CO - Photo © Dave Vann 2015
Estimated read time 11 min read

The Disco Biscuits have a long, rich history of turning in amazing performances and special moments in the state of Colorado. In anticipation of the band’s upcoming four night run (June 1st-3rd at The Ogden Theatre and the 4th at Red Rocks) here are our top 10 Bisco moments in Colorado. We’ve included some audio and video so you can re-live some of the magic.

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Ween – February 12th – 1stBank Center

Estimated read time 8 min read

To say there was a nervous level of anticipation bouncing around the 1stBank Center on Friday would be an understatement. After more than a four year hiatus, Ween was back and fans were lined up early and wrapped around the building for a chance to once again worship at the foot of The Boognish. Who knows how successful this comeback and reunion will be but, if this past weekend was any indication, Ween fans all over the world should be very excited.

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Umphrey’s McGee – December 31st – Fillmore Auditorium

Estimated read time 11 min read

A sold-out crowd braved the cold and the craziness of New Year’s Eve to ring in the New Year with their favorite jamband stalwarts, Umphrey’s McGee at The Fillmore Auditorium. Judging by the long line that wrapped around the building before doors opened, anticipation levels were high to see what kind of celebratory shenanigans the band had planned. More than six hours after doors opened, the night came to a close and everyone was satisfied as 2016 got off to a raging start.

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Trey Anastasio Band – November 13th – Fillmore Auditorium

Estimated read time 8 min read

A sold-out crowd poured into The Fillmore last Friday night to catch a glimpse of jam royalty as Phish guitarist and king of the jamband scene, Trey Anastasio, brought his seven piece band to town. 2015 has been a busy year for Trey; whether it was helping to deliver Phish’s best summer tour of the last two decades or filling in for Jerry Garcia with The Grateful Dead for their 50th anniversary shows, the jam icon has had perhaps his most prolific year of his distinguished career.