Country Western crooners, IMAX otters and more things to do in Denver this week
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Five Colorado music moments that provided chills in 2025
Denver drew majesty, twisted techno and surprise openers that were the highlights of my year
A unique Denver museum is losing its home, but its 85-year-old founder isn’t giving up just yet
Englewood's Rocky Mountain Music Museum has gear from Elvis Presley, Chet Atkins and the Bee...
Jazz: Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble playing two shows in Colorado
Few in music are as successfully eclectic as Don Was, a bassist, producer, bandleader and...
12 of Denver’s best New Year’s Eve parties and concerts to ring in 2026
NYE parties abound, whether you’re looking for live music, a fancy night out or family...
The 10 best jazz albums of 2025
Patricia Brennan is one of the most imaginative composers in the music industry right now.
Denver’s newest bar serves cocktails inspired by borscht, papaya salad and, of course, peaches
The cheekily-named Peach Crease Club will also have a DJ booth for vinyl records, a...
Denver music festival scenesters wanted for new reality dating show: ‘Wooking For Love’
Instead of hosting elimination ceremonies and handing out roses, participants will have “vibe checks” and...
Spotify Wrapped shows Denver is Swiftie country
Taylor Swift’s newest album may have received mixed critical reviews, but in 2025, Denver still...
Tyler Childers is back at Folsom Field in Boulder next year — with more concerts in store
Tickets for the country singer-songwriter's 2026 show are on sale next week.
A guide to Denver’s best 2025 holiday lights, displays, shows and parades
From Zoo Lights to the 9News Parade of Lights, Denver is ready to light up...
Zach Bryan will play two Denver shows next year. Tickets on sale this week.
The country music star stops at Empower Field as part of his With Heaven tour.
At Denver’s new ‘listening bars,’ the music is as important as food and drinks
At Malinche Audiobar, ESP, Sunday Vinyl and more modern bars, the music is as important...
Tireless Colorado jazz pianist-bandleader Purnell Steen has died
Purnell Steen, a joyous Colorado jazz pianist-bandleader and tireless civil rights advocate, died on Nov....
Jury finds Grateful Dead bar owner Jay Bianchi guilty on 5 counts of sexual assault, unlawful contact
The verdict is a notable moment for Denver's jam-band scene, where close-knit fans of the...
Denver musicians play ancient Indigenous instruments on new album
Nathan Hall and Perc Ens collaborated on a dark, enchanting classical album using stones from...
Every 2026 Red Rocks Amphitheatre show announced (so far)
Tickets are on sale via AEG Presents' axs.com site.
AC/DC is coming to rock Denver with concert in 2026
The rockers behind Australian band AC/DC will be back in black when they return to...
Jazz: Multi-instrumentalist John Scofield, Pat Metheny and more
A look at jazz concerts around the Denver area in November.
Morgan Wallen announces pair of Empower Field at Mile High concerts for 2026
The country star is touring his Still the Problem Tour at stadiums and arenas next...
Sexual assault, drugging trial begins for former owner of Grateful Dead-themed bars
Jay Bianchi is alleged to have drugged and sexually assaulted multiple people between 2020 and...
Paul McCartney rocks Coors Field with nostalgia, heart and humor
The 83-year-old Beatles and Wings legend brought new stories, songs to his Got Back Tour...
These are Colorado’s 5 biggest bands right now
From the folk-rock of The Lumineers' to the electro fever dreams of Illenium, Denver is...
Double-album releases are rare, but indie band Sir Woman hit tandem home runs this year
Cleverly named "If It Works Out" and "If It Doesn't," the records became a pair...
The best jazz around Denver this month includes Ches Smith’s ‘Clone Row’
Plus: A full lineup at Dazzle.
4 places where you can learn to dance in Denver
From country line dancing to tango and salsa, there's something for every groove.
Live music is an integral part of these Front Range radio stations
Radio stations broadcast live in-studio sessions and put on concerts by bands playing jazz, indie...
Calling all Swifties: Here’s where to celebrate Taylor Swift’s new ‘Showgirl’ album in Denver
Taylor Swift's 12th album, "The Life of a Showgirl," will be released on Friday, Oct....
15th Street Tavern, Tulagi and more Colorado music venues we miss
Long-gone stages in Denver, Boulder hosted the first Colorado visits from Dolly Parton, Eagles, White...
2026 Denver concert season taking shape: Cardi B, My Chemical Romance, Ed Sheeran and more
Tickets for some shows at Coors Field, Red Rocks are already on sale.
Outdoor concerts to see before the snow flies, including Paul McCartney, Haim, Bonnie Raitt
Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Fiddler's Green and the last open-air concert experiences of 2025
Colorado’s 20 biggest concert venues: Red Rocks, Mission Ballroom, the Fillmore — and a few you may not know
Venues with 2,000-plus capacity include amphitheaters and ballrooms, but also the homes of the Denver...
Aging Aztlan Theatre finds new life with dance and ambient music
Denver's electronic music community has found it to be an optimal space to showcase artists...
Ed Sheeran, Cardi B headed to Denver in 2026
The shows at Empower Field at Mile High and Ball Arena, respectively, will be some...
Colorado joins FTC lawsuit alleging Ticketmaster forces fans to pay more for concerts and events
The FTC said brokers use fake accounts to buy up millions of dollars worth of...
Denver bands don’t need record labels anymore. So why are these local imprints thriving?
In the music streaming era, independent record labels in Denver are helping the local music...
5 best moments, from beats to bites, at Telluride Blues & Brews
They say you can’t have rainbows without rain, and one of the fest’s most iconic...
Riots, threats, The Beatles and other stories from Colorado music lore
There are hidden tales behind the lore about Colorado's seediest, funniest and scariest concerts.
Haunted or not, renovated Federal Theatre opens next week with free concert
The long-closed 100-year-old venue joins Denver's roster of historic music halls.
Where to grab a pre- or post-show bite near Colorado music venues
Don't go hungry next time you attend a concert at one of these venues.
Barbara, an all-woman music trio, is building buzz in Denver
“What started as a fun thing has now become the center of our worlds,” said...
Colorado’s best mountain towns for live music fans
From Aspen to Telluride, these towns bring the beats year-round.
Crowd-pleasing jazz band, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, appearing in Denver
Plus: More jazz music news, notes and concerts.
Wax Trax Records adding fourth Denver location as vinyl sales rise
Since the pandemic, Denver has seen several new record stores open as vinyl sales continue...
Gov. Polis offers to officiate Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding
“…Colorado Swifties are Down Bad with excitement over your engagement,” Polis wrote. “Skip Florida!!! and...
The late, great Rainbow Music Hall brings back dizzying Denver memories
It was the first week of September in 1984, and I had just seen Simple...
10 years in, and ‘Hamilton’ is still downright revolutionary
A filmed version smash hit musical hits movie theaters nationwide on Sept. 5.
Red Rocks pro tips: When to go, where to park and how to leave quickly
Some tips for getting the most out of your concert at Red Rocks, from parking...
From Club Vinyl to Meow Wolf, Denver Post staffers love these music venues, bands and clubs
From free summer concerts to South Broadway's musical heart, these are the Denver music spaces...
Things to do in Denver: ‘Sweet & Lucky’ at DCPA, honey bee fest, beer party
Your best bets for the weekend also include the music of Tim Burton's films at...
Headliner of Telluride’s two-night EDM concert hopes the beats blend into the scenery
Since he began making music, Denver-based DJ Tyler Coombs has always pulled inspiration from nature.
A common sight at concerts, nitrous oxide abuse is soaring, prompting health concerns
"There's not really that much thought to it. It's a stupid drug. The dumbest out...
Six of metro Denver’s best live-music venues, from Red Rocks to the historic Paramount
We also love a certain South Broadway spot with a great staff, cold beers, and...
Now a Colorado resident, ‘Happy Days’ star Donny Most is embracing his love of the Great American Songbook
Most's big band show has performed at Nissi’s in Lafayette and Dazzle in Denver.
A good house show is hard to find (but not too difficult to throw)
There is an appetite for neighborhood-centric events that bring people together around music.
The final City Park Jazz of the summer and other can’t-miss jazz events
Don't miss the Telluride Jazz Festival and other happenings as summer winds down.
Zach Bryan slaps back against fake, $1,000 Red Rocks tickets
Zach Bryan to fans: Don't buy these fake Red Rocks tickets!
Classical music is the perfect accompaniment to Colorado summers
Find Classical music in Aspen, Vail, Boulder and more.
Colorado’s cover bands and tribute acts make old music new again
“If we play ‘Jessie’s Girl’ by Rick Springfield anywhere in the country in front of...
Evergreen Jazz Festival brings vintage tunes to Denver’s nearest mountain town
This low-key annual event swings through the foothills July 25-27.