Category: Colorado Music

Microspirit – Frail Talk

Frail Talk took their evolving sound to Lazybones Audio in Silsbee, Texas, where they teamed up with producers Hannah Read (Lomelda) and Tommy Read to record their sophomore album, Microspirit. Over seven days of intense collaboration, they crafted a new collection of songs that deepened their commitment to emotion and substance. Microspirit is out today on all platforms. 

American Music Tourism Act to Support and Increase Music Tourism

Hickenlooper, Blackburn Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Music Tourism. Music tourism will reach $11.3 billion in revenue (projected) nationwide by 2032. The United States boasts one of the world’s largest music industries, generating over $43 billion in revenue annually. Recently, U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Marsha Blackburn introduced the bipartisan American Music Tourism Act to support and increase music tourism by requiring the Commerce Department to implement a plan to increase and attract domestic and international visitors to venues nationwide.

Elephant Revival August 19, 2023 Planet Bluegrass

Elephant Revival, the celebrated folk group from Nederland, Colorado, enchanted the audience at Planet Bluegrass on August 19, 2023. Formed in 2006, the band features Bonnie Paine, Bridget Law, Charlie Rose, Dango Rose, Daniel Sproul, and Darren Garvey. Known for their rich harmonies and eclectic instrumentation, Elephant Revival delivered a mesmerizing performance. Their soulful blend of folk, bluegrass, and indie rock resonated deeply with fans, old and new. The band’s heartfelt lyrics and captivating stage presence created an unforgettable evening under the stars at this iconic venue.

Programs for youth..everywhere

Youth on Record (YOR) recognizes that education alone can not solve systemic injustice, nor can it alone liberate youth. Art is a powerful tool, but it also cannot bear the sole responsibility of creating more equitable communities. Still, education and art, when integrated under the right framework, are powerful tools for liberation and equity.

The Lilac Hour in Fort Collins

Zoe Berman grew up in Simsbury, Conn., but calls Denver home. Zoe is a singer-songwriter who plays a mix of soul, jazz, and Americana music. Zoe wrote her new release, “Lilac Hour,” on a bike ride through the foothills (over by Reservoir Ridge) when she lived in Fort Collins.

This song will ultimately be part of a seven-song EP released in 2021 entitled “Freezing Heat,” a project Zoe is working on at Third & James Studios in Denver.

Liz Lawrence

Liz Lawrence, a talented designer based in Colorado Springs, channels her passion into her brand, Lizigns. With a focus on graphic and fashion design, Liz creates wearable art by repurposing thrifted finds. Overcoming challenges as a Black female designer, she emphasizes the importance of authenticity in her work. Liz recently launched Been Thrifty Vintage Mystery Boxes, curating personalized thrifted items. Committed to supporting the Black community, she advocates for genuine connections and inclusive opportunities. Discover her designs and unique approach to creativity at Lizigns.

Start Where You Stand, Support The Cultural Enrichment Center

Jamal Skinner, founder and Executive Director of FoCo Cultural Enrichment Center asks, “Initially, I challenge the community. 170,000 people are living in this community. Probably point zero-zero-2% of that are Black teenagers. So my idea is, can we find 1% of 170,000 people who are willing to contribute $5 a month?”

Stand like an Oak with Compassion and Strength

“Music can be a great equalizer…. bringing folks together across the boundaries of country, language, ideals, religions, rage, gender, politics, and everything else that can separate us. I believe, and have felt in the music that I love, a deepening of my own spirit when in musical spaces. A certain levity as well. Some could call it spiritual. Others may call it celebratory. Either way, art calls us into a very sacred space… outside of our heads and our to do lists. From that space, so many things can be built and reimagined. We need artists at the table of policy and design and education. Artists bring the charisma and magnetism that the world is drawn to. Without that, where is the intrigue?”

Find your pathway with a pilot at FoCo StartUp/ArtUp week

Emily Satterlee is Founder of ItyDity, a one-of-a-kind Songboard™ technology. Emily is adding to her technology portfolio, by Co-Founding Pathway Pilot, with the first launch at Fort Collins Startup Week kick-off in a keynote. Attendees can download the Pathway Pilot beta to curate a relevant, unique, conference schedule.