Author: tdwenger

Music has always been a part of my life. It probably all started listening to old Grateful Dead, Peter Paul & Mary, and Simon & Garfunkel records that my parents had, but it wasn't long before they were taking me to concerts like Starship, Crosby, Stills & Nash, and Huey Lewis & The News. I got the bug to write about music after reviewing an Eric Clapton concert for a creative writing project in high school but didn't really take it up seriously until 2002. Since then I have published countless articles in The Marquee Magazine and done some work for Jambase.com, SPIN Magazine, and various other outlets. I started Listen Up Denver! as a way to share the music information that is constantly spilling out of my head with people who care. Please enjoy!

Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit – May 3rd – Red Rocks Amphitheater

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Post Date May 9, 2023
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On the evening of May 3rd 2023, Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado played host to a breathtaking performance by Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit. The band is on tour to support the upcoming release of their new album Weathervanes, and they opened the show with a fiery take on “24 Frames” that set the tone for the evening. The crowd was immediately captivated by Isbell’s raw energy and the band’s tight instrumentation, which proved to be a constant throughout the night.

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John Mellencamp – March 27th – Ellie Caulkins Opera House

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Post Date March 28, 2023
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Last night, John Mellencamp proved that he still knows how to put on a show, even after decades in the business. The Ellie Caulkins Opera House provided an intimate setting for a Rock icon of his stature, allowing fans to get up close and personal with their hero.

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Premiere of Drunken Hearts’ New Track “Forever Highway”

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Post Date March 22, 2023
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“Forever Highway” is the second single off Boulder Colorado’s The Drunken Hearts new album, Reckless Ways of Living that drops June 2nd (Pre-Save Album Here). The track (Pre-Save Here) features some mainstays of the scene including Lindsay Lou, Kyle Tuttle, Vince Herman, and Silas Herman.

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Denver Botanic Gardens announces the 2023 Summer Concert Series

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Post Date March 17, 2023
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Denver Botanic Gardens’ Summer Concert Series Presented by UMB Bank returns in 2023 with a stellar lineup of internationally celebrated artists, featuring new sounds and faces, as well as treasured favorites.

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Joy Adams of Big Richard Talks Girl Power, a New Album, and Giant Penises

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Post Date March 1, 2023
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One of the big stories on the Colorado Bluegrass scene over the last year has been Big Richard. The fabulously talented women who make up this four piece band have been making waves in a largely male dominated scene and it’s been awesome to watch. They came together for a one-off show at the McAwesome Festival in Castle Rock and there’s been no looking back since.

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Adrian Belew Talks Talking Heads, Paul Simon, and More as He Preps for Major ‘Remain In Light’ Tour

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Post Date February 15, 2023
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Legendary guitarist Adrian Belew was kind enough to spend some time talking with us as he waited out a fire drill in his Denver hotel on the eve of the “Remain In Light” tour that launches at the Ogden Theater here in Denver on February 16th.

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Phil & Friends – February 5th – Mission Ballroom

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Post Date February 10, 2023
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Phil Lesh and his ever present “Friends” set up shop at the Mission Ballroom last weekend and this time around he invited Grahame Lesh on guitar and John Molo on drums, Rick Mitarotonda of Goose, Jason Crosby on keyboards and violin, and the Trey Anastasio Band horns, Natalie Cressman, Jennifer Hartswick, and James Casey.

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Neal Francis Talks WinterWonderGrass, New Year’s Eve in Denver, and the Other Neil Frances…

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Post Date December 29, 2022
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Listen Here Denver! recently had the opportunity to catch up with the outstanding Funk and Soul artist Neal Francis as he was recovering from a great European tour. We discussed a variety of topics including that wild Whammy Bar he has on his Clavinet, his upcoming New Year’s Eve show at Cervantes’, WinterWondergrass, and of course, the “other” Neil Frances.

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John Craigie – Ogden Theater – December 16th

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Post Date December 28, 2022
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John Craigie’s performance at The Ogden Theater on December 16th was a special night of music and laughter. The solo acoustic set was filled with humor, wit, and just a touch of political commentary. Craigie’s unique approach to music and storytelling kept the audience engaged throughout the entire show.

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Orebolo – December 14th – Boulder Theater

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Post Date December 22, 2022
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Orebolo, the acoustic offshoot of the wildly popular jamband Goose, set up shop at the Boulder Theater last Wednesday and left the capacity crowd in awe. Featuring Rick Mitarotonda and Peter Anspach on guitars and Jeff Arevalo on stand-up bass, the trio presented stripped down versions of Goose songs with a focus on intricate guitar interplay between the two stellar players. The crowd was full of rabid fans, with the line forming hours before the doors opened.