There are some states across the country that are putting forth efforts to slowly open up local economies and businesses. Although this could be seen as some light at the end of the tunnel, we still have a ways to go before we return to full normalcy. While live music is still on hold, we’ve compiled some kick-ass virtual Colorado concerts for you to check out this week. If you want your live-stream to be added to the weekly roundups please e-mail Michael.Tritsch@303magazine.com for consideration.
UMS Presents: Streams With Grit
When: May 4 – May 10 – 5 p.m.
Platform: Facebook
The Lowdown: The Underground Music Showcase team is back for the fourth week of their virtual concert series “Streams With Grit.” This week’s line-up includes Boyhollow of Lipgloss, Tres Leches, Specific Ocean, Jeff Cramer, Aaron Bordas, Bun Bun and Alex Rhodes listed respectively Monday through Sunday. In addition to tuning into their streams, you have the chance to support these musicians via virtual tip as they navigate through these tricky times.
Birdcall Lockdown Music Series
When: May 6 – 8 p.m.
Platform: Instagram + Facebook, watch here and here.
The Lowdown: Local restaurant Birdcall is teaming up with local Colorado musicians to provide a weekly live virtual showcase of music. This week, Birdcall is hosting Lyle Divinsky of Colorado jam band The Motet. This showcase is appropriately titled the “Birdcall Lockdown Music Series” and will be happening through the end of May.
Rocky Mountain Virtual Music Festival
When: May 8 – 10 a.m.
Platform: Facebook, watch here.
The Lowdown: The Rocky Mountain Virtual Music Festival is back for its eighth rendition all day long this Friday. ARISE Music Festival is presenting this virtual gathering to support Colorado musicians as what will hopefully be a temporary substitute for in-person music festivals. You have the chance to join the cause and support these musicians directly by attending and sending a virtual tip. The weekly line-up has not been announced yet, but we’ll keep you updated as we know more.
Colorado Gives Back
When: May 8 – 1 p.m.
Platform: YouTube, watch here.
The Lowdown: Colorado supergroup The Lumineers are teaming up with Spotify to raise money for MusiCares and the Colorado Restaurant Association. The Lumineers along with a plethora of other guests such as OneRepublic, Nathaniel Rateliff and Jewel will be streaming all-day to raise money for these two great causes. Each dollar raised during the stream will be matched by Spotify.
Lynxaroad
When: May 8 – 6 p.m.
Platform: Facebook, watch here.
The Lowdown: Lynxaroad is a University of Colorado Denver community concert featuring current students, faculty, and alumni bands. During this event, all performers will share their experiences adjusting to life as quarantined creatives along with a musical performance. This year’s virtual Lynxaroad includes Stop Motion, The Milk Blossoms, Hunter Burnette, Nikki Giron and Professor Plumb.
Tiffany Christopher
When: May 8 – 7 p.m.
Platform: Facebook, watch here.
The Lowdown: On Friday night, singer-songwriter Tiffany Christopher is hitting the live streams to providing some in-house entertainment to send us into the weekend. Christopher is a Colorado-based multi-instrumentalist whose talents have a wide and impressive reach. From being the support to big names acts to playing venues across the country, Christopher is a Colorado artist to keep your eye on.
303 Magazine’s Private Party
When: May 9, 6:30 p.m.
Platform: On Facebook and Instagram live
The Lowdown: This week’s private party includes DJ Buddy Bravo on Saturday night. Bravo is part DJ, part ballroom enthusiast and a full-time performer. This party will be a spectacle you do not want to miss out on, so make sure to tune in.
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