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RuPaul’s newest album makes America fierce again

James Wyatt March 30, 2017

In a year that has needed Rupaul’s presence the most, the Glamazon is officially back with the premiere of the ninth season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and the release of “American,” Ru’s latest...

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‘Xpression!’ dance exhibition brings vibrant hip-hop culture to CSU

March 28, 2017

Fort Collins is not the place one would think of as being home to a vibrant hip-hop dance community. But with Sunday night's "Xpression!" dance exhibition at Colorado State University's Lory Student Center,...

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Dawes joins Andrew Bird on latest episode of ‘Live from the Great Room’

Jonny Rhein March 28, 2017

Andrew Bird cannot ever seem to sit still. When the violinist gets a break from touring or recording full length albums, he is looking for something fresh and new to keep himself occupied. In between his...

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Gorillaz announce new album and release four new tracks

Zach Bermejo March 27, 2017

Patiently waiting for something you love to come back usually does not pay off. Unless that something is new music from Gorillaz. Their upcoming album will be titled “Humanz” and it drops April 28....

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Alec Reviews Music: Knuckle Puck release first new music since debut

Alec Erickson March 22, 2017

While the emo scene may seem overplayed and overdone since the mid-2000s, pop-punk is a genre that has helped usher emo music into a new age. At the forefront, we should always consider Knuckle Puck. With...

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Riot Fest will not be in Denver in 2017

Alec Erickson March 22, 2017

Riot Fest Chicago will be the only Riot Fest to happen this year. This news follows after the passing of one of the leaders for the organization, Sean McKeough.   Here is the festival’s...

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Alec Reviews Music: Milky Chance rides success with ‘Blossom’

Alec Erickson March 22, 2017

In the music industry there is always one fear: whether you will be a one hit wonder or not. You make a poppy track that dominates airwaves and suddenly all ears are tuned for your next big project. That...

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Local spotlight: Americana singer-songwriter Mitchel Evan

March 21, 2017

Singer and songwriters are in no short supply, but truly achieving success as a solo performer is not easy. With poetic and forthright songwriting that manages to create a portrait of himself as an artist...

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Real Estate returns with new guitarist, new album ‘In Mind’

Jonny Rhein March 21, 2017

Real Estate had a game-changing year in 2015. After the release of “Atlas” in 2014, the indie heroes decided to temporarily go their separate ways to work on their own projects. Lead vocalist and guitarist...

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Alec Reviews Music: Mayday Parade releases anniversary edition of ‘A Lesson In Romantics’

Alec Erickson March 21, 2017

As an artist, one thing you always hope for is that your work will stand the test of time. No matter how long, 10 years, 50 or even 100, you want your work to have a lasting impression on everyone that...

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Headliners announced for 2017 Taste of Fort Collins

Alec Erickson March 21, 2017

Fort Collins is still a few months away from binging on food, but music fans will have a chance to binge on some music in preparation for the food festival that is Taste of Fort Collins. Fans can get excited...

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Alec Reviews Music: Can’t Swim comes out swinging with debut ‘Fail You Again’

Alec Erickson March 20, 2017

Releasing their first full-length album can be a struggle for new bands. There is a certain tone that must be set. For Can’t Swim, they have absolutely no problem doing just that. Coming off their release...

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