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Lady Denim is made up of four members: Matthias Mandl, Nick Lundeen, and brothers Nic and Chris Lubin. Photo by Jordan Altergott, courtesy of Lady Denim.

Lady Denim reflects on their humble beginnings and new EP

Kota Babcock September 12, 2021

Nick Lundeen and Nic Lubin started out as roommates with no idea they would create a band would or spend a weekend with indie legend Saint Motel just a couple years later. With their newfound success,...

Collegian Album Reviews Graphic (Katrina Clasen | The Collegian)

Satellite Pilot’s new album is a whimsical take on modern rock

Max Hogan September 8, 2021
Loveland, Colorado, indie-pop group Satellite Pilot recently released their sixth full length album, the self-titled "Satellite Pilot." The 11-track album shows the band flourishing in the era of psychedelic pop, their music a celebration of the past, present and future. 
New to FoCo? Check out these 8 songs by local artists

New to FoCo? Check out these 8 songs by local artists

Maddy Erskine August 31, 2021

As the semester begins, we welcome many new and returning students to Fort Collins, which is full of exciting opportunities and experiences for music lovers both on- and off-campus. One of the easiest...

Shakedown Street performs at the Aggie Theatre, accompanied by Boots Jaffee on harmonica.

Tribute band Shakedown Street keeps the Dead alive

Dylan Tusinski August 26, 2021

For Fort Collins Deadheads, or fans of the psychedelic rock band the Grateful Dead, Friday night was a cathartic experience. The Grateful Dead are an American phenomenon known for their improvisational...

The inside of The Lyric, a music venue and movie theater, Aug 4.

Local music nonprofit provides platform for hardcore scene

Max Hogan August 23, 2021

Music and arts nonprofit Blast N Scrap has been putting on shows featuring an eclectic variety of performance artists and musical styles since the spring of 2019. The charitable organization was created...

Photo courtesy of Banshee Tree. From left to right: drummer Michelle Pietrofitta, five-string violinist Nick Carter, bassist Jason Bertone, and guitarist and lead vocalist Thom Lafond.

Banshee Tree discusses new album, ongoing musical journey

Kota Babcock August 17, 2021

After a canceled tour and amid a pandemic, local band Banshee Tree found the time and ability to connect their songs to their listeners outside of live shows.  Jason Bertone, bassist of Banshee Tree,...

(Left to right) Matan Birnbaum, Ethan Chrisri, Abe Dashnaw, Ben Eberle, and Hays Bruce of Fort Collins band People in General perform during Casual Fest at the Boulder Bandshell July 23. (Michael Marquardt | The Collegian)

First of four Casual Fest shows sparks DIY scene revival

Max Hogan July 29, 2021

In an ambitious attempt to bring the DIY scenes of Northern Colorado out of their pandemic-induced dormancy, Casual Fest brought a variety of sounds and styles to the main stage, giving listeners...

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...

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