It is no secret that I will sign up for any new service and download most new apps, but most of them are gone from my iPhone and my memory within a few days (some within hours). Even more rare is the app that I find myself using almost immediately on a daily basis. Forkly is one of those apps. I was lucky enough to be a beta tester for them, but when I updated my iOS to beta 5 it borked my ability to use Forkly. That is when I knew that they were on to something. I was so annoyed that I couldn't fork my food ...
Ludo Returns to Denver!
So excited to see Ludo play the Marquis tonight! Here is the acoustic version of Love Me Dead from the last time they came to Denver in October: Their CD's remind me of a rock opera. The songs also remind me of Dracula's Lament from Forgetting Sarah Marshall: Hopefully I will get more video from their show tonight!
My *Tentative* UMS Schedule
The 11th annual Underground Music Showcase is this week! I have never been to this festival before, but I am excited to be going this year. Below is my first draft of my schedule (yes, I realize there are some overlapping times, but this is my first draft and it is mainly a list of bands I want to see). Making this list was hard work! There are over 325 bands playing 25 different venues, and of course, a lot of the bands I want to see are playing at the same time. Many of the bands below I have seen play multiple shows, so I am ...
King and Queen of Summer
This Friday, Bop Skizzum and friends are going to be crowning the King and Queen of Summer. They will be picking 3 potential Kings and 5 Queens to compete for the title of King and Queen of Summer. I was going to apply, and then I chickened out (say what you want...I just couldn't bring myself to do it). I am just not a person that likes being the center of attention! Oh well, I tried. Kinda. I mean I filled out the application with LeVar, but couldn't get myself to submit it. Maybe if they do it again next year I will go for it. ...
Film On The Rocks – Summer 2011
UPDATE: Looks like tonight will be the night! Headed down to Red Rocks with My Body Sings Electric to see Air Dubai open for Pineapple Express. I cannot wait! This will be my first time at Red Rocks this year (seems late in the season, no?). Wonder Age by Air Dubai One event that I have never attended but always wanted to, is Film on the Rocks. I know, I know. I attend so many concerts and make it a point to get to Red Rocks at least one time a year, that you would imagine that Film on the Rocks would be included in my schedule. Sadly ...
The Limousines – in concert!
Back in February I shared The Limousines' video Internet Killed the Video Star. I had kind of forgotten about this band (been so focused with all the local shows), until I received an email from Soda Jerk letting me know that they are coming to town this week (June 10th to be exact) and are playing with locals The Photo Atlas. I am debating going their concert but haven't decided yet. Take a listen to their stuff here and let me know if you want to join me! Also, I updated my concert calendar, so take a look at all the shows I am planning on going ...
Eldren Music
Another local band I have been enjoying recently is Eldren. They haven't been around for too long, but they are already making their presence known in the local music scene. Head over to their website, Eldrenmusic.com, to listen to their album for free (player at the bottom of the page). If you sign up for their email newsletter you will also get a free download of their song Greetings (which is currently stuck in my head). They are also quite impressive in concert, so do not miss out on their upcoming shows this month. The first is on June 11th at the Larimer Lounge with The Foot ...
Denver Day Of Rock 2011 – Memorial Day Weekend!
I will admit, I got really excited when I saw the lineup for the Denver Day of Rock 2011! Not only does it mix some of my favorite local acts like Bop Skizzum, The Heyday and The Railbenders, but they also have some great bands from the 90's like Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers and the Gin Blossoms! (more…)
Guilty Pleasure
This Friday I had a random run in with my favorite Denver family, Aimee, Bryan and Declan and they introduced me to the wonderful world of Eurovision. I can now say that I am team Jedward: Ok, I will admit, they are the only 'band' I have seen from Eurovision, but I stand by my choice. UPDATE: Ok I clearly need to watch this show next time it is on, or maybe even host a party to watch the 2011 series because Aimee also just shared this gem with me, Moldova: Who wants to start a Eurovision party in Boulder with me?
Westword Music Showcase 2011 Local Lineup
Finally the Westword Music Showcase local lineup has been announced, and it looks to be another great year! While I didn't get to see as many bands last year as I would have liked, I fully intend to make the most of this year. Some of the bands I am looking forward to seeing are: Air Dubai, Bop Skizzum, Fierce Bad Rabbit, Boys, John Common, The Knew, My Body Sings Electric, Monroe Monroe, Snake Rattle Rattle Snake, Vices I Admire, Take To The Oars, Caleb Slade just to name a few!
