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Charlie Maddocks, Tommy Maddocks and Mikey Maddocks of Holdfast. perform at Globe Hall July 17, 2021. (Michael Marquardt | The Collegian)

Northern Colorado’s next generation of pop-rock plays Globe Hall

Max Hogan July 21, 2021

Unique Denver venue Globe Hall combines classic Texas-style barbecue with live performances from up and coming local artists.  On July 17, Fort Collins band Holdfast. headlined Globe Hall alongside...

(Graphic Illustration by Falyn Sebastian | The Collegian)

The Fort Collins Symphony reflects on performance during and after COVID-19

Kota Babcock July 14, 2021

The Fort Collins Symphony, armed with the power of online connection, provided new opportunities for their musicians while inviting in a new audience through their Tiny Concert series. These online...

Caleb McFadden, singer and guitarist for Chess at Breakfast, performs with guest guitarist Colin Farnsworth during the Farewell World Tour at the Aggie Theatre July 2. (Michael Marquardt | The Collegian)

Local band Chess at Breakfast closes career with show at Aggie Theatre

Max Hogan July 12, 2021

On Friday, July 2, local bands Chess at Breakfast and People in General played The Aggie Theatre in a performance that showcased the immense growth of both bands throughout their careers. For headliners...

(Graphic Illustration by Falyn Sebastian | The Collegian)

Local LGBTQ+ musicians to add to your Pride playlists

Maddy Erskine June 30, 2021

As Pride Month comes to an end, it is time to keep the light shining on the incredible musicians that work so hard to create an inclusive and accepting local music scene. Colorado is full of local...

1967's band artwork, used with permission from artist Riley Edge Kaulaity.

Portland-based rock group, 1967, discusses returning after COVID-19

Marie Tanksley June 28, 2021

With a blend of rock and metal, 1967 returns to the Portland, Oregon, music scene with a new EP. The group says they are excited to return to live shows, which were inaccessible at the height of the...

Jay LeCavalier performs at The Lyric's open mic night June 14. LeCavalier, whose band, The Crooked Rugs, performed at the Aggie Theatre June 12, spoke about The Lyric's Summer Solstice Festival before performing a series of original songs. (Michael Marquardt | The Collegian)

Local musicians rejoice as open mics return to The Lyric

Max Hogan June 21, 2021

With vaccination supporting the City's return to live events, The Lyric has returned to hosting its open mic events for Fort Collins musicians. As a movie theater, outdoor music venue and home to...

Front entrance of Wax Trax Records in Denver, Colorado June 12. (Tri Duong | The Collegian)

Denver record store Wax Trax hosts local musicians

Max Hogan June 15, 2021

Located on 13th and Washington in Denver’s Capitol Hill district, Wax Trax Records has been at the heart of Denver’s alternative music scene since it opened in 1975.  Despite the inconspicuous...

(Graphic illustration by Abby Flitton | The Collegian)

Captains and corsairs: 6 shanties to stir the very seas

Noah Pasley June 7, 2021

You've made it. After a tough two semesters, which felt much more like 20, you've once again made it to the season of much-needed relaxation and wonderful summer weather. It's time for pool parties,...

West Side Joe and the Men of Soul pose for a photo in anticipation of their recent album release (Courtesy photo from WSJ)

Local group brings Memphis blues to Fort Collins with new release

Max Hogan June 1, 2021

West Side Joe & The Men of Soul are a three piece blues band formed in Fort Collins with a musical style influenced by jazz, gospel, blues and early rock 'n’ roll. Their first full length album,...

Jakob Muller and Chris Jones hold the Public Trust Companion zine's they created. Photos courtesy of Jakob Muller

How local artists crafted the Public Trust zine for FoCo music

Max Hogan April 26, 2021

For the past 12 years, the Fort Collins Musicians Association has held FoCoMX, an annual music festival that hosts and celebrates local musicians from Northern Colorado. With restrictions on large...

Shovelhead 66 plays sold-out show at the Oriental Theater

Shovelhead 66 plays sold-out show at the Oriental Theater

Max Hogan April 21, 2021

The historic Oriental Theater in Denver opened its doors on April 10 to patrons of rock group Shovelhead 66. The group describes itself on its website as “a high-energy and hard-rocking...

(Graphic Illustration by Abby Flitton | The Collegian)

Blazed bops: A mix of marijuana-induced jam sessions

Noah Pasley April 7, 2021

After a long wait, spring is in the air once again. No more barring yourself indoors to escape the wildfires or those classic Colorado blizzards; the flowers are in bloom and, of course, so is the...

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