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Spotlight on Reese Roper and Five Iron Frenzy
It was 1996 when Five Iron Frenzy first unveiled their somewhat non-secular take on Third Wave ska with their debut outing, Upbeats and Beatdowns, which was re-released a year later after they signed to SaraBellum Records, a sub-label of 5…
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The beginning of wisdom…* | Duly Noted
Patriots want the best for their country. Nationalists think their country is already perfect. Which one are you?
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Spotlight on our Local Music | Year End Wrap
After a year that has all but cratered the entire music industry in Colorado thanks to COVID-19, let’s take a look back at some great recordings released this year.
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Where are we now? | Duly Noted Dec 20-Jan 21
I’m writing this more than a week before the official Electoral College vote on Dec. 14. Then, they’ll forward their ballots to Congress by Dec. 23; Congress counts the votes on Jan. 6 and Biden will be inaugurated on Jan.…
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Scene Stealers
Knuckleball at The Aggie Theatre There’s no arguing just how completely cratered the live music industry is in Colorado — and the nation, for that matter — amid the COVID-19 pandemic. If you’re suffering withdrawal, here’s a rare gem of…
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Exit Through the Grift Shop
The AP called it in Pennsylvania less than one hour ago, as I’m writing this, propelling President-Elect Joe Biden to 284, eclipsing the 270-mark he needed in the Electoral College. And like so many of you — especially in Colorado,…
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Spotlight on… Colorado Gives Day
As we careen through the financial impact of the pandemic-fueled recession, now more than ever is the time these non-profits need the support from those who can give it. Here are just a handful of organizations you can give to…
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