Author: Shannon Shumaker

Almost exactly a year after their last headlining performance in Colorado, Underoath took the stage once more at The Ogden Theatre on Saturday night to a jam-packed sold-out crowd. This time out on their Blind Obedience tour, the band brought along two hard-hitting openers, Loathe and Periphery to start off the show on the right foot, and from start to finish, the night was filled with good music, energetic fans and sing-alongs. It’s rare when each band on a bill can effortlessly capture the attention of the crowd, but with Loathe kicking off the night with an energetic set and…

When Nessa Barrett first announced her Young Forever tour in December of 2022, I was surprised yet excited to see that she was playing the intimate Bluebird Theater on her Denver stop. With a capacity of only 550, the venue is a staple in Denver’s local music scene and has hosted some pretty large acts over the years, notably Billie Eilish in 2018, twenty one pilots for their takeover tour in 2021 and countless others. With Nessa Barrett quickly blowing up, The Bluebird seemed like an interesting, albeit small choice for the artist’s debut Denver performance. Then, the show quickly…

Photos: Underoath Featuring: Underoath, Periphery & Loathe The Ogden Theatre – Denver, CO 3/18/23 Photos by: Shannon Shumaker Underoath Periphery Loathe

Photos: Nessa Barrett Featuring: Nessa Barrett & Isabel LaRosa Mission Ballroom – Denver, CO 3/16/23 Photos by: Shannon Shumaker Nessa Barrett Isabel LaRosa

When one thinks of a coming of age tale, they thing of romantic comedies, high school sweethearts and records about growing up. And while all of those are accurate depictions of the classic coming of age story, what we don’t usually see is what comes after. What happens when you continue growing and changing and overcoming life’s obstacles as you grow through your twenties and into your thirties? Amber Run are tackling exactly that on their dynamic and vulnerable fourth album, How To Be Human. Throughout the album’s thirteen tracks, the band traverses the difficult terrain of just existing and…

Early last month, pop-punk powerhouse, MOD SUN released his highly-anticipated album, God Save The Teen. With the album comprised of twelve emotionally vulnerable, hard-hitting and incredibly relatable tracks, it came as absolutely no surprised that Denver’s Summit Music Hall was filled with die-hard fans excited to see the artist spill it heart out on stage in support of the album just seven shows into his headlining tour. And it’s safe to say that he didn’t disappoint. Bringing along two diverse opening acts for the ride, rising rapper Pardyalone and Australian pop-punk band Stand Atlantic opened the show. While both acts…

Photos: MOD SUN Featuring: MOD SUN, Stand Atlantic & Pardyalone Summit – Denver, CO 3/1/23 Photos by: Shannon Shumaker MOD SUN Stand Atlantic Pardyalone

Photos: Bayside Featuring: Bayside, I Am The Avalanche & Koyo The Gothic Theatre – Denver, CO 2/24/23 Photos by: Shannon Shumaker Bayside I Am The Avalanche Koyo

Blonde Maze’s newest EP, Another Color is a stunningly tranquil, meditative and inspirational release that’ll have listeners hitting repeat every time it comes to an end. Comprised of seven new tracks, including a collaboration with Alex Baker, Another Color is the perfect soundtrack to long drives or relaxing afternoons. Cinematic and ethereal, the EP is sure to transport you to a new mindset or mood altogether. Blonde Maze eases you into the EP with the stunning opener, “A Retrospective” before diving into the romantic, driving second song, “When You Move”. The title track, “Another Color” is a dreamy, introspective upbeat…

Earlier this month, Tove Lo embarked on her North American Dirt Femme tour, with stops in Nashville, Queens, Philadelphia and Toronto, but just as quickly as her run kicked off, it was brought to a stop and forced the cancellation of three shows due to an unexpected illness. After being forced to make the decision to reschedule shows in Chicago, Detroit and St. Paul, the iconic Swedish artist was finally on the mend and set to hit the stage for an excited, sold-out Denver crowd. And it’s safe to say that she was worth waiting for. The venue was packed…