The race is not to the swift, but to the one with the comfy shoes and Gold Bond to finish in one piece once said a very wise person.
The once sleepy music festival now full-blown festival titan started off as a locals-only affair. After many years, we now have international artists playing (we’re looking at you, Black Mountain). This year, we decided to stay to the tried and true, the heart and soul of the Underground Music Showcase, the locals.
Don Chicharron Showcase Stage @ Goodwill Saturday, Jul 27 4:00 PM – 4:40 PM
Denver’s cumbia team over at Don Chicharron successfully marry the traditional sounds of Colombia with playful tendencies inspired by the Beastie Boys.
Falcon Punch Blue Ice Saturday, Jul 27 1:00 PM – 1:40 PM
It’s criminal that Falcon Punch is scheduled so early on Saturday, but if you need a jump start that doesn’t involve Red Bull, be here. The producer specializes in “Dark Island Funk.”
Funk Hunk 3 Kings Tavern Saturday, Jul 27 7:00 PM – 7:40 PM
Look out for a dirty disco inferno with the likes of Funk Hunk; polyester pants not included.
The Corner Girls Denver DrumZ & Music Sunday, Jul 28 8:00 PM – 8:40 PM
The “pastel punk” trio excel in glittery pop-punk whilst exploring “unapologetically feminine music centering the female perspective that all can enjoy .”
Jess Parsons Metropolis Coffee Saturday, Jul 27 8:00 PM – 8:40 PM
The twilight of ’70s singer-songwriters is alive and well with Jess Parsons.
Kyle Emerson Showcase Stage @ Goodwill Sunday, Jul 28 3:20 PM – 4:10 PM
Our AAA (Adult Album Alternative) station in town is KBCO. Kyle Emerson belongs on here. Like stat.
Neoma The Irish Rover PubFriday, Jul 26 10:00 PM – 10:40 PM
One of the newest transplants that call Denver home is Ecuadorian artist, Neoma. The songstress churns out infectious pop with the voice of an angel.
Oko Tygra The Irish Rover Pub Saturday, Jul 2712:00 AM – 12:40 AM
The seasoned veterans delivered good on their latest collection of blissful songs with their new album, “Assistoma.”
Porlolo Hi-Dive Sunday, Jul 28 8:00 PM – 8:40 PM
“Old Denver’s” heartbeat is the sound of Porlolo. You know, like when those of you that can remember when Punch Bowl used to be a MacFrugals/Big Lots. Thank you, Erin Roberts.
Povi Odyssey Stage @ Import Mechanics Saturday, Jul 27 3:20 PM – 4:00 PM
If there was any music to get anybody in the mood, to, perse, speak with their hands in a dimly lit room with much scented lit candles, it would be Povi.
Princess Dewclaw Denver DrumZ & Music Sunday, Jul 28 7:00 PM – 7:40 PM
The sweet gutter sounds of punk never sounded sweeter than the reverb drenched music of Princess Dewclaw.
Ray Reed Odyssey Stage @ Import Mechanic sFriday, Jul 263:20 PM – 4:00 PM
Denver rapper Ray Reed eviscerates his enemies with calculating hooks and immense precision.
Tyto Alba The Irish Rover Pub Saturday, Jul 27 10:00 PM – 10:40 PM
This indie-rock act is ready for their closeup after five years of making music together.