You are probably wondering "What is Unwined?" No, it is not a concert festival (although there will be DJ's), but it is a wine extravaganza that is sponsored by Club W! This Saturday and Sunday at the EXDO center in Denver, there will be 200+ wines available for you to taste, along with food from some of Denver's top food trucks. Does this sound like an event that is right up your alley? Well, lucky for you, I have a ticket to give away for Saturday's event! Entry is easy and open to anyone who can attend on Saturday (yes, the event is 21+). (more…)
Pilates + prAna gear = Fashionable Monika (& a giveaway!)
It's no secret that I have started actually working out for the first time in my life, but I am finally starting to dress the part as well! My workout attire had consisted of startup t-shirts and tights from Target, but now I have a little more style while working out, thanks to prAna! They've got my back, literally. They were nice enough to gift me with the following active wear pieces (and boy are they comfy)! They gave me the Mackenzie Knickers, the Quinn Chakara top and the Kira top: I mean look how cute I look at 6:00 am! And? I look even more stylish when actually doing Pilates. ...
Rocket Summer – Take Two!
Remember that time that I was an idiot and locked my purse in my new car with my ID, credit cards and, of course, the spare car keys? Yeah, that was a fun December night. That was the same night that The Heyday had a show at Marquis Theatre opening for Rocket Summer. I somehow made it out of my car with the tickets to the show (thank god) and my camera (I had a photo pass). After a quick call to USAA, I had a locksmith on order, to show up in about an hour and a half. Since I had time to kill, and ...
Hometown for the Holidays 2011 Top 12 Bands
Well I didn't do too bad with my picks for Hometown this year! Here are the Top 12: The Heyday My Body Sings Electric Beats Noir Saints Monroe Monroe Eldren Reno Divorce Fierce Bad Rabbit Swayback Churchill The Photo Atlas In The Whale Hear Alf read all the winners here: Yes, Kaila and I were a bit excited about who got in. Now, DO NOT forget to sign up for the surveys! You have until Friday at 5:00 PM. Who do you think will make it into the top 3?
Hometown for the Holidays 2011
Christmas has arrived early for me this year! And no, I am not talking about my new car (although that is a great Christmas gift. Thanks Mom and Dad!). Next week is the week that I will be listening to KTCL 93.3 as many hours of the day as possible. Why? Because it is Hometown for the Holidays!! You've never heard of Hometown for the Holidays (HTFTH)? Well, if you live in Denver and care about local music as much as me (or even just a little bit), then you have to join me and support 93.3 this week. Each year they hold this contest for local ...
Company of Thieves Cover Tom Petty
Seriously, to all of you that were not at this show last week at the Marquis Theatre (and this is directed to just about everyone I know because there were NOT enough people there), you missed a fantastic show! Opening for Company of Thieves was Popcult (seriously awesome local band), but of course COT stole the show. Genevieve Schatz is an amazing performer who captivates the audience the moment she got on stage in her sparkling dress. Not only does she know how to dance, but her voice is incredible. Don't believe me? Watch the video below, where she covers Tom Petty's "I Won't Back Down:" And Oscar ...
Flobots.org Bowling Ball 3 – Saturday, October 8th
UPDATE: ONE REPUBLIC HAS BEEN ADDED TO THE CELEBRITY BOWLERS AND TICKETS ARE BUY ONE GET ONE FOR A LIMITED TIME! Last year Tickle Me Pink was one of the featured bands that bowled in the Flobots.org annual fundraising event, so of course I had to go! I went on the condition that I photographed the event for the band (and come on, who better to document an event than me?!). This year is shaping up to be just as fun! I mean, Tickle Me Pink won't be there, but have you seen the list of local celebs that will be there? During the final celebrity round last ...
Boulder Beta and a Concert!
Today is shaping up to be a fantastic day! Not only is it my brother's birthday (go buy his album INCA now!!) but it is the date for Boulder Beta, and there is a local show (no surprise there) in BOULDER! (Gasp!) What is Boulder Beta? I am glad you asked. This is an event that was started by Tim Falls in February of this year. Boulder Beta is a mix of startups in the area showcasing their ideas/products/etc in a casual, social atmosphere where they can gain real, honest feedback. It is also a great place to network, see old friends, make new ones and, of ...
New Music: INCA
Starting this review out with full disclosure: Yes, this is my brother's newest gig. That is where the bias ends. I love these songs and would whether or not we were related. As of this morning, you can hear Inca, the new collaboration between Stefan Runstrom and Joey Barba, featuring vocals by Randy Ramirez. These two songs were recorded at Colorado Sound before Stefan moved out to Chicago (no, I am not bitter...at all). One of my favorite parts of the song Eye of the Storm is about 3 minutes in. This is when you can feel the music start to swirl around you as it ...
New Goal For The Summer (Thanks Aimee)
I have been thinking about this for awhile now (and actively trying to achieve this new goal), but I have decided that I need to take more photos and video of my life. I know what you are thinking. You are thinking "But, Monika, you have over 350 videos on YouTube, countless photos on Flickr and always have a camera in your massive purse!" Yes, this may be true, however, how many of those photos feature me with my friends, just hanging out and having a good time? Not very many. The only photos of myself are the vanity Instagram pics that end up being my ...
