Denver’s Dark-Wave Self-Sustains
30 years ago, while punk was on its theoretical death-bed and everyone collectively decided they were tired of hippies, a third British invasion was brewing. So...
Church Fire
11 Badass Women In The Colorado Music Industry
International Women's Day is upon us. So — if you haven't already — take some time today to reach out to the women in your life. And, after you've done that, ta...
63 Concerts To Ring In The New Year With
Another year around the sun means another year of epic concerts this New Year's Eve, and the weekend leading up to New Year's Eve. And if we've learned anything...
First Look – church fire is Back with a Vengeance in New Music Video
church fire erupted onto the Denver music scene five years ago and has been a powerful duo in the local industry ever since. The synth sounds prevalent througho...
A New RiNo Block Party is Bringing a DIY Funhouse, 20 Bands and More to Curtis Street
A few years ago, local artist and photographer Lewis Neeff started a small underground costume party for his friends. It was a place to share music, have fun an...
This Denver Feminist, LGBTQ+ Music Festival Has Expanded All the Way to Sweden
Colorado is home to numerous music festivals that highlight local Denver talent. But the feminist and LGBTQ+ festival and collective, Titwrench, is the only Col...
Q&A – Meet One of Denver’s Most Innovative Bands, The Milk Blossoms
It was a sunny but frigid day in Washington Park when we sat down with Denver trio The Milk Blossoms. Though dragged out into the cold in the middle of the day,...
50 Cheap Ass Autumn Dates for You and Your Sweetheart
Cuddle up in flannel, leggings and sweater socks ‘cause it’s every couple’s favorite time of year. The holidays are officially in full swing with the start of O...
Sie FilmCenter and church fire Team-Up for Unique “Creepshow” Performance
On Friday, October 6, the Sie FilmCenter is putting together a curious double feature package for its upcoming Scream Screen. Sie is combining George A. Romero'...
33 Must-See Bands at the Underground Music Showcase
Underground Music Showcase is back in Denver – and this time with the main stage at a new location. Now located outside of the Big K Mart, the four day showcase...
[PHOTOS] What You Missed at Westword Music Showcase 2017
Westword Music Showcase returned this past Saturday for its 23rd annual day-long festival featuring national and local bands alike. Taking place in the Golden T...
International Women’s Day Edition of Test Kitchen Celebrates Denver’s Hip-Hop Ladies
If you’ve said that “women belong in the kitchen” before, you likely deserve a swift punch in the face—that is, unless, you’re referring to the Test Kitchen. Th...