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Are You Ready to Get Lit? A Dozen Things to Do in Denver This Week

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Justin Criado

Justin Criado is an award-winning journalist and editor, as his pieces have been recognized as some of the best in the West over the years.Inspired by heavy metal and the unusual, Justin’s work has been featured in the Denver Post, Westword, Salt Lake City Weekly, Phoenix New Times, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. His first collection of essays, Chronicles of Chaos, is out now. Visit justincriado.com to find out more.

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Wild Pink Talks Similarities With Spinal Tap Ahead of Bluebird Show

By Justin CriadoFebruary 26, 2025

The New York City band opens for MJ Lenderman at the Bluebird Theater on Friday, February 28.

Behind the Scenes of WinterWonderGrass, “A Festival Inside a Snow Globe”

By Justin CriadoFebruary 24, 2025

The three-day bluegrass event takes place from Friday, February 28, to Sunday, March 2, at Steamboat Ski Resort.

Brat Summer Is Over, But This Duo Is Bringing the Same Attitude Into 2025 With New Album

By Justin CriadoFebruary 21, 2025

The post-punk duo plays Mission Ballroom with Molchat Doma on Tuesday, February 25.

You’re Not Hardcore Unless You Live Hardcore: These Bands Are Benefiting Trans Continental Pipeline

By Justin CriadoFebruary 20, 2025

The event at D3 Arts on Saturday, February 22, supports the LGBTQ+ Denver nonprofit.

Mount Eerie Comes to the Fox Theatre With a Double-Album Odyssey

By Justin CriadoFebruary 19, 2025

Longtime indie singer-songwriter Phil Elverum discusses the magic behind Mount Eerie and its latest massive release.

Behind the Bars of Denver Metal Band CodeFlawed

By Justin CriadoFebruary 18, 2025

After Christian Workman woke up from a coma at nineteen, he went to prison. Now he is processing everything he went through with CodeFlawed.

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Denver Kerry King Show Continues Slayer Guitarist’s Thrash Reign

By Justin CriadoFebruary 14, 2025

The longtime musician is bringing his eponymous band to Ogden Theatre on Monday, February 17.

Phantogram Doesn’t Like to Waste Time

By Justin CriadoFebruary 12, 2025

The electro-rock duo discusses the inspiration behind its new album and upcoming show at the Fillmore Auditorium on Tuesday, February 18.

These Are the Best Concerts on Valentine’s Day This Year

By Justin CriadoFebruary 11, 2025

From metal to disco, we can’t think of a better way to celebrate your love than with some live music.

The Velveteers Are Back With a Highly Anticipated Album-Release Show at the Hi-Dive

By Justin CriadoFebruary 11, 2025

Boulder trio the Velveteers talk about their new album and working with the Black Keys’ Dan Auerbach ahead of the hi-dive release show on Friday, February 14.

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Guster Is Bringing Its Own Version of an Eras Tour to Denver

By Justin CriadoFebruary 4, 2025

The longtime indie-rockers will play Paramount Theater on Friday, February 7.

Tiny Tomboy Takes a Big Step on Sophomore Album

By Justin CriadoJanuary 31, 2025

The local indie trio is playing a release show at Marquis Theater on Saturday, February 1.

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Colorado Musicians Kick off 2025 With Juicy New Material: Listen Now

By Justin CriadoJanuary 31, 2025

Start 2025 with some local tunes, including post-metal, horror punk, shoegaze and psych rock.

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The Milk Blossoms Are Back in Full Bloom

By Justin CriadoJanuary 29, 2025

The Milk Blossoms will share their latest album with a new lineup at hi-dive on Saturday, February 1.

Colorado Is a Home Away From Home for This Southern Jam Band

By Justin CriadoJanuary 28, 2025

“Our best shows are the ones with the best audiences,” says Futurebirds guitarist Carter King, “and that’s usually a pretty solid bet anywhere in Colorado. It always has been.”

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Former Megadeth Guitarist Marty Friedman Shares the Art of Shredding

By Justin CriadoJanuary 24, 2025

The longtime guitar god says he wants to bring “goosebumps and maybe some tears and chills” to HQ on Monday, January 27.

Bluegrass and Vikings: The Annual Ullrgrass Festival Returns to Golden

By Justin CriadoJanuary 23, 2025

Golden’s annual Viking-themed festival takes place from Friday, January 31, to Sunday, February 2.

The Post-Metal Network of Ghosts of Glaciers

By Justin CriadoJanuary 22, 2025

The Denver metal band will celebrate its new album with a release show at the hi-dive on Friday, January 24.

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Kyle Moon & the Misled Is Pure Denver Americana

By Justin CriadoJanuary 17, 2025

The group will play its new album with a matinee show at Oriental Theater on Sunday, January 19

The X Games Have a Badass Concert Lineup: Here’s Your Guide

By Justin CriadoJanuary 15, 2025

Other than on-mountain sets throughout the weekend, the five artists on this year’s lineup are also playing Belly Up Aspen next week.

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Boot Gun Is the Denver Rock Band to Watch This Year

By Justin CriadoJanuary 10, 2025

The Denver rockers are playing their first show at hi-dive on Saturday, January 11.

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Metallica Releases More Opportunites for Tickets for Denver Dates

By Justin CriadoJanuary 10, 2025

The band is extending its M72 World Tour and will play two nights at Empower Field at Mile High in June 2025.

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