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.

The Lil Smokies on the road, longing for home in the desert

The snow is falling in Colorado. The wind is blowing. The mountain roads are horrendous at times as The Lil Smokies trek through promoting their third Studio Album Tornillo. Andy Dunnigan (vox and dobro) and I share a moment over a coffee and joke about the weather that forced the band an extra stop on i70. Dunnigan was in Frisco and happy for the daylight and the open pass so Fort Collins can share an evening with them at Washington’s Thursday, February 13.

Kyle Hollingsworth Band 2019 New West Fest

Kyle Hollingsworth, renowned for his role in The String Cheese Incident, brought his solo project, the Kyle Hollingsworth Band, to the 2019 New West Fest. Known for his mastery of the electric piano, Hammond organ, clavinet, synthesizer, and accordion, Hollingsworth delivered a dynamic performance. The band’s eclectic sound, blending rock, funk, and jazz, energized the festival crowd. With Hollingsworth’s soulful vocals and keyboard prowess, the set was a highlight of the event, showcasing his versatility and the band’s tight, captivating musicianship.

Fort Collins is the Startup City Built on Rock-n-Roll

Fort Collins, Colorado is a collaborative, non-competitive, startup music city without a big ego. Fort Collins is a city built for musicians by musicians. For over ten years, musicians laid the groundwork for the next golden era of “musicprenuers“ by constructing an ecosystem built on encouragement, support, and empowerment. This shifts the paradigm and disrupts the music industry systems of the past.