Tag: music
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Pikes Pick: New album takes us to rare Bon Iver performances
It’s not often we get a new album from Bon Iver. Nor is it often we get to see the experimental band and its enigmatic creator, Justin Vernon, live on stage; no tour has been announced for 2026 while Vernon returns a musical festival to his small town in Wisconsin. This is why I’m excited…
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Colorado’s lineup of music this spring includes classical, Broadway, rock, Christian
April 10-11: “Wickedly Broadway” by Colorado Springs PhilharmonicPikes Peak Center The orchestra, joined by several vocalists, will perform songs from “Wicked,” “Phantom of the Opera” and other musicals. April 17-18: SublimeRed Rocks Amphitheatre, Morrison The ska punk band is known for hits such as “What I Got,” “Santeria” and “Doin’ Time.” April 18: Itzhak Perlman:…
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‘American Idol,’ Weekend of Jazz, Broadway tunes round out weekend music offerings in Colorado Springs
Iam Tongi: The Hawaiian-born singer-songwriter won Season 21 of “American Idol” in 2023, after his mom secretly signed him up for the competitive reality show. His debut country album, “Good For My Soul,” dropped earlier this year, 8 p.m. Thursday, Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers, 13071 Bass Pro Drive, $38-$71.50; phillongmusichall.com. Des Rocs: Des Rocs…
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Grammy Award-winning Jelly Roll to perform in Colorado Springs
The Grammy Award-winning country rock star Jelly Roll will perform July 30 at Weidner Field in Colorado Springs. Country singer-songwriters Justin Moore and Ashley Cooke will open the show. Ticket prices haven’t been announced. They go on sale at 10 .m. Friday; weidnerfield.com/pages/jellyroll. Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason DeFord, got his start as…
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The War and Treaty among lineup of strong performers for Earl Klugh’s jazz festival at The Broadmoor
By Bill FormanLast Word Features Few musicians have a backstory as unique and inspiring as that of Michael and Tanya Trotter, who record and perform together as The War and Treaty. Since its 2018 studio debut album “Healing Tide,” The War and Treaty has taken critics and music fans by storm with its powerful mix…
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A little wicked, a lot of Broadway: Colorado Springs Philharmonic to present sinister scores
With haunting organ melodies from “The Phantom of the Opera” and soaring anthems from “Wicked,” eerie ballads will intertwine with the dramatic rise of strings this weekend. Bringing Broadway’s most infamous villains to life, the Colorado Springs Philharmonic will present sinister scores in “Wickedly Broadway.” Offering a night of music inspired by some of the…
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Hip Hop is Dead, OhGeesy and KMAX among this week’s music lineup
SPLOINKY RAVE: A pulse-pounding, bass-blasting experience hits Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers as Sploinky Rave brings top-tier DJs and immersive visuals to Colorado Springs. Expect “face-melting” music, high-energy beats and a rave that might be hard to forget, or remember; 9:30 p.m. Saturday, 13071 Bass Pro Drive, $27-$316; phillongmusichall.com. HIP HOP IS DEAD:…
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International medieval boy band chants classical, pop songs at Colorado Springs show
We’re all familiar with R&B boy bands, teen dream boy bands and K-pop boy bands. But what about a medieval boy band? While taking a meditative stroll through the royal monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial in Spain in 1989, Frank Peterson listened to modern-day music on his Walkman. Inspiration hit as he took…
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From a capella alternative rock to folk and funk: Live music around the Springs
THE LITTLE MERCIES: Award-winning trio The Little Mercies will bring a blend of old-time roots and modern songwriting to Lulu’s at 8 p.m. Sunday. The all-female show features rich fiddle work and original songs. The group, known for weaving traditional folk with an energetic sound, is joined by singers Xanthe Alexis and Altarviolet; 32 S.…
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Different backgrounds, one harmony: Ivalas Quartet performs with EPIC Concerts
A violin’s bright melody soars above the deep, velvety tune of the cello beside it. Moments later, the viola creates a steady bridge between them, as the sound of a second violin puts an entirely new taste on the audience’s tongue. Then, a clarinet slips through. The wind instrument, unexpectedly pairing with the neighboring strings,…