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Beck – September 25th – Red Rocks Amphitheatre

Post Author By Jim Mimna
Post Date September 28, 2018
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The setting was perfect: Red Rocks on a cool night with the massive orange harvest moon hanging low over the Denver skyline and Beck about to take the stage – all the indicators predicted properly what was to come for this anxious audience. Being the second night of two on the Rocks, and a rare two night stand for the tour, the mystery of the setlist was the most overheard conversation before the show and, ultimately, the big prize for all in attendance after it was all said and done.

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My Morning Jacket – December 30th – 1stBank Center

Post Author By Jim Mimna
Post Date January 4, 2018
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My Morning Jacket returned to the 1stBank Center in Broomfield for night two of their three night New Year’s run and upped the energy level a bit from the deep cuts and mellow vibe of night one. Opening with “Circuital” and “Off The Record” the band gave a foreshadowing of what was to come on New Year’s Eve. The show was highlighted by originals like “The Way That He Sings,” “Wonderful (The Way I Feel),” and “I’m Amazed” alongside a pair of glorious covers in Simon & Garfunkle’s “America” and Prince’s “Purple Rain” and left fans wanting more.

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PICK OF THE WEEK: Jeff Beck and Buddy Guy – Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre – Sunday, August 7th

Post Author By Nate Todd
Post Date August 2, 2016
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There are really only two words to describe these two legends: guitar gods. Beck of course got his start as part of the holy triumvirate of guitar players in the 60s blues based group The Yardbirds and Buddy Guy transcends the word legend and was a heavy influence on Beck and many other great guitar players. Coming out of the Chicago blues scene, Buddy played with Muddy Waters as a house musician for Chess Records.

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Frightened Rabbit – April 24th – Ogden Theatre

Post Author By tdwenger
Post Date April 28, 2016
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Let’s face it, Sunday nights are tough nights for those of us that love to see live music – the weekend is wrapping up and the work week lies in waiting. That said, the crowd that slowly filtered into The Ogden on Sunday night may have started out tame and mellow, but slowly ramped up as the night went on and, if Frightened Rabbit frontman Scott Hutchison’s ramblings were any indicator, gave the band one of their best receptions in a long-while.

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

Post Author By Lauren Smith
Post Date July 22, 2015
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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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D’Angelo – June 10th – Ogden Theatre

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Post Date June 15, 2015
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For days, months even, before this show Facebook feeds all over town had been crackling with posts about D’Angelo from a “Who’s Who” of the Denver music community. From members of The Motet, to Analog Son, to Atomga, the whole scene was on pins and needles, just itching for show day to come. When the dust settled and the room had cleared D’Angelo had delivered what was easily one of the best performances of the year and a show that exploded into many fans “best of all time” lists.

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Maceo Parker – October 19th – Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom

Post Author By Kelly Hueseman
Post Date October 27, 2014
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Church was in session Sunday night as Maceo Parker and his band of Funk-fueled musicians took Denverites on a journey to the early days of Funk. The huge room at Cervantes’ was pretty empty early on, leaving those who arrived in time for Analog Son wondering why people were opting to stay in rather than see a legend like Maceo take the stage in such a small club. Halfway through the night, fans of the Funk had come out of the woodwork and the saxophone was preaching to the congregation.

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The Disco Biscuits – September 12th, 13th, 14th – Ogden Theatre

Post Author By Gary Mellini
Post Date September 18, 2014
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Three nights worth of sold-out crowds piled into The Ogden Theatre for the pioneers of Trance Fusion Rock, The Disco Biscuits. Despite the turmoil and stress of two different venue changes (these shows were originally booked for Sculpture Park, then Ruby Hill Park but were changed for reasons outside of the band’s control) the energy level in the room was electric and you’d be hard pressed to find a more passionate and dedicated group of fans in any scene.

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The Shows Of The Year – Our Picks For The Best Concerts of 2013

Post Author By listenupdenver
Post Date December 27, 2013
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2013 was an amazing year for music on the Front Range and for us here at Listen Up Denver! Our team of talented writers and photographers has been working diligently all year to be sure that Listen Up Denver! remains one of Colorado’s best music resources. Though we have all attended countless shows this year, we’ve tried to narrow it down to a few choice picks for our “Shows of the Year.” Some of the biggest bands in the world stopped in Colorado this year, but this list proves that we have some exceptional local talent well.

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Purity Ring (DJ set) – December 21st – Cassleman’s Bar & Venue

Post Author By Mallory Hutecheson
Post Date December 27, 2013
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Taking the stage on his own, Corin Roddick from Purity Ring took the crowd on a journey through a unique blend of unfamiliar sounds while dropping an exclusive Purity Ring remix here and there last Saturday. To the delight of the crowd he showcased Purity Ring favorites “Fineshrine” and “Loftcries.” His presence was (as always) passionate and expressive but unfortunately the crowd started to die off half way through the set.