Great crowd at the Colorado Guitar and Luthiers Show last Saturday at the Legacy Campus in Lone Tree. Good to see so many vendors and “old” friends again. Big SHOUT OUT to Gordon Close for helping us to load in and to Jamie Krutz and a friend for so much help! Gordon will be opening a new store off Hampden and Federal soon and he promised to send me a “press release” when he was ready for business! Thanks also to Duane Evarts for putting this event on. He, too, works so hard to get it organized!
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We want to thank everyone who re-upped their memberships in COMBO. We missed an absolute crises because of you! So thank you so very much!!!
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We’re had trouble with an old form popping up when songwriters were trying to enter our contest. Please send your song, preferably in an MP3 format directly to info@coloradomusic.org. Go ahead and pay the fee and fill out the info form but send the song directly to us, not thru the website. We think we got a “technical difficulty” fixed so “Thank you” for your patience!!!
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On Colorado Musicians, TrustworthyEagle1900: Anyone into any prog rock? Or like a simpler version of that? I’m talking modern rock, not YES or Floyd. Would be open to starting something. I consider myself a composer that works vox, guitar, bass, and I have 16 years of production experience. 21 years of musical experience. I’m 32. LoL! Would prefer people 25-35, if anyone’s up to give it a shot. I can write towards rock, punk, metal, if we need to go a specific direction. Would be cool. || I sent him Colorado Art Rock Society’s website. Check it out if you’re into prog rock! https://www.coloradoprog.com
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See if you agree: The 12 Greatest Voices in Music History | Slide show
https://www.msn.com/en-us/entertainment/news/the-12-greatest-voices-in-music-history-from-soul-to-rock/
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While not “music related,” many of our musicians are animal lovers! Add this to your list of things to do: The Wild Animal Sanctuary – A Meaningful Visit Near Denver | Just 40 miles northeast of Denver, The Wild Animal Sanctuary offers a rare chance to see rescued lions, tigers, bears and other wildlife living in wide-open, natural habitats. It’s not a zoo or a typical attraction, it’s a quieter, more intentional experience centered on animal wellbeing. https://www.wildanimalsanctuary.org
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Concert tour notes: Motley Crue w/Tesla & Extreme! I am SO THERE!!!
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Go to our website at https://www.coloradomusic.org and hit the “Join COMBO” button. If you’d prefer to not use a credit card, you may send a check for the proper amount to COMBO, PO Box 18186, Denver CO 80218 instead. (Actually this helps us out even more as we don’t have to pay fees to Paypal!)
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COMBO is about the LOVE of Music and the musicians who create and play songs. We do our best to educate and offer an exchange of information, guidance and advice to help musicians advance their careers. Our articles and programs represent some phase of the music business that could affect musicians – all musicians, all genres – everywhere.
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Our motto: Elevate Your Musical State! (Courtesy of former COMBO VP Andy Ard!)
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Please “Like” us on Facebook! Helps our “standing” in the web world!
http://www.Facebook.com/ColoradoMusicBusinessOrganization
TALENT NEEDED:
COMBO Member Mark Ham Looking for Colorado Musicians for Various Gigs
https://www.facebook.com/groups/200226219988088/user/1707968755/
Lakewood Social House and Littleton Social are Looking for Entertainers
https://www.facebook.com/groups/200226219988088/
CALENDAR
May 2026
‘MJ’ (May 13–17, 2026) – Back by overwhelming demand, the multiple Tony Award-winning musical about Michael Jackson is making a victorious return to Denver.
Fr, 15th – 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. – Jenn Cleary at Grossen Bart Brewery, 1025 Delaware Avenue, Longmont, CO 80501 | Join us for a beer and a jam!
Fr-Su, 15th thru 17th – Wildflower Fest, Richardson, TX – Look for a Colorado winner in the Al Johnson Performing Songwriter Contest!
Sa-Su, 16th & 17th – “Chris Fest” – raising funds for Chris Dellinger, reeling from Stage 4 cancer – at the Oriental Theater, 44th & Tennyson, Denver | See Events below
Sa, 16th – 5:00 p.m. – Chris Daniels and the Kings with Freddi Gowdy at the Erie Town Fair
Sa, 16th – Doors 5:00 p.m., Show at 6:00 p.m. – Rob Mullins Neu Quartet at Dazzle, 1080 14th Street, Denver, CO 80202 | Ph. 303-839-5100 | All ages | Tickets at:
https://tickets.venuepilot.com/e/rob-mullins-neu-quartet-2026-05-16-dazzle-the-arts-complex-denver-0e19a9
Su,17th – 3:00 p.m. – BCAP Annual Candlelight Vigil, 2118 14th Street, Boulder, CO 80302
Join us for the 26th Annual Candlelight Vigil honoring those who have passed on due to AIDS. We’ll meet in front of First Methodist Church in Boulder with an opening ceremony with music and naming names of those who have passed on, walk to Boulder County AIDS Project for more names and prayers, then walk to Courthouse on Pearl Street Mall for final names and prayers and music. | https://www.LaurieDameron.com
Mo, 18th – 6:00 p.m. Doors; Show at 7:00 – Blues, Basie and Beyond at Dazzle at the Arts Complex, 1080 14th Street, Denver | Tickets: https://www.handstamp.com/e/mjo-lwxow74y
Mo, 18th – 7:00 p.m. – COMBO Presents Local Legend Steve Son on Learning the Music Business The Hard Way! Via Zoom.
Fr, 29th – 5:00 p.m. – Rachel Alena Band at Kingman Estates Winery, Brighton, CO
https://www.rachelalenamusic.com
Sa, 30th – 6:00 p.m. – Rachel Alena Band at City Star Brewing, Berthoud, CO
https://www.rachelalenamusic.com
June 2026
Fr, 5th – ALL DAY – Bandcamp Day! Buy a song from your favorite artist and they get full pay!
Https://www.isitbandcampday.com
Fr, 5th – First Friday Five Points: https://www.artsandvenuesdenver.com/grants-cultural-investments/five-points-jazz
Fr, 5th – 8:00 p.m. – Nevah Castaneda as Elvis at The Point, Thornton, CO | $10
Sa, 6th – 11:00 a.m – Laurie D with Jeff Fournier on Bass at Fur-Ling Festival Miner Street, Idaho Springs, CO | https://www.facebook.com/share/1A9EZz8rba/) | See Events
Sa, 6th – 7:30 p.m. – Rachel Alena Band at Oskar Blues, Longmont, CO
https://www.rachelalenamusic.com
Su, 7th – 12:00 noon – Rachel Alena Band at the Denver Chalk Art Festival, Downtown Denver, CO | https://www.rachelalenamusic.com
We, 10th – 2:00 p.m. – The Windsor Ladies of Country Music “Good Time Hour Club,” at Windsor Gardens
Th, 11th – 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. – White Fence Farm & American Legion Grand Jam Reunion at the American Legion, 1655 Simms Street, Lakewood, CO | Featuring Bob Mannon, Gene Cossey, Agnes Miller and the Windson Ladies of Country Music | Sign-up with Rocky Hoery on arrival
Sa, 13th – 4:00 p.m. – Rachel Alena Duo at the Berthoud Brewing Company, Berthoud, CO
https://www.rachelalenamusic.com
Sa, 13th – 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. – Groove Goddess, a powerhouse All-Star All Female R&B, soul, and funk supergroup at Gold Hill Mesa, 142 South Raven Mine Drive, Colorado Springs 80805
Sa, 13th – 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. – Laurie D at Flights Wine Café, 7714 Grandview Avenue, Arvada, CO 80002 | https://www.facebook.com/share/1C69iEFiXb/
Su, 14th – 11:30 a.m. to ??? – COMBO Schmoozer at the Platte River Bar & Grill, 5995 South Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO 80120 | Come join the board and other musicians and support the band! Drinks & meals are dutch-treat!
Su, 14th – 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. – Ladies of Country Music All Star Showcase at Nissi’s, Hwy. 287 and South Boulder Road, Lafayette, CO
Th, 18th – Nitty Gritty Dirt Band at Mission Ballroom 7:30 p.m.
Th, 18th – 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. – Laurie & Lorrie at Miner Street Block Party, 1400 Miner St Idaho Springs, CO 80452 | https://fb.me/e/4rpQwKpYD) Thursday nights on Miner Street come alive every Thursday through summer. Enjoy live music by Laurie & Lorrie, Colorado’s premier female duo fun for all ages!! Also a curated vendor market, and a relaxed, walkable downtown experience — perfect for shopping, dining, and lingering a little longer.
https://www.facebook.com/share/18cSX1ouAU/
Fr, 19th – 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. – Laurie D at Johnstown Community Nights
Sa, 20th – Noon to 8:00 p.m. – 15th Annual Juneteenth Music Festival, 2700 Welton Street, Denver, CO 80205 More Info: https://www.juneteenthmusicfestival.com
Mo, 22nd – Doors: 6:30; Show at 7:00 – Local band followed by the movie at 8:30 – Sinners (the only musical being shown this season). Each show will be MC’d by local comedian, actor, and event host Janae Burris.
We, 24th – 6:00 p.m. – Rachel Alena Band at St. Julien Hotel, Boulder, CO
https://www.rachelalenamusic.com
Fr, 26th – 7:00 p.m. – Laurie & Lorrie open for Taarka at The Black Rose, Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Road, Black Forest, CO | Laurie & Lorrie are excited to open for Taarka at the wonderful venue The Black Rose in beautiful Colorado Springs!
Sa, 27th – 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. – The Hornbuckle Foundation’s 5th Annual Community Carnival
Ken Caryl Ranch Community Park, 7950 Sangre de Cristo Road, Littleton, CO 80127
https://tinyurl.com/yanjfrmd
Su, 28th – 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Laurie D at South Pearl Market, Denver | One of our favorite markets playing there for several years! Laurie & Lorrie add to the fun of the market entertaining all ages from kids to seniors and covering just about every genre! | https://www.facebook.com/share/1B7CCCsKxk/
Recurring Events:
The Windsor Ladies of Country Music “Good Time Hour Club,” every 2nd Wednesday of the month | 2:00 p.m. at Windsor Gardens
Summer Concerts:
Arvada Center concerts: Tickets at https://www.ArvadaCenter.org or call 720-898-7200
Botanic Gardens: https://concerts.botanicgardens.org
Castle Rock Concerts: https://www.meadowscastlerock.com/blog/summer-concert-series/
Central City Opera: https://www.centralcityopera.org
City Park Jazz: https://www.facebook.com/cityparkjazz
Levitt Pavillion: https://www.levittdenver.org
Open Mic / Jam Nights:
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Songwriters at the Speakeasy (Roxy on Broadway), 554 South Broadway, Denver, CO 80209
This series takes place at 7:00 p.m. on the second & third Tuesday of each month in the listening-room basement at Roxy on Broadway. Shows feature top songwriters – from upstarts to pros – performing solo. Hosted by Baggs Patrick and Marty Jones
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First Tuesdays of the month: 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. – Roots Music Project – Sober Open Mic, 4747 Pearl Street, Suite V3A, Boulder, CO | FREE! Keep in mind the entrance for the open mic is in the east room so enter through the door to the right of the main entrance.
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Acoustic Open Mic Night – 4th Tuesday of the month at the Doghouse Studios, 525 Courtney Way, Lafayette, CO | 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Sponsored by Rock for the People | RSVP at
https://www.rockforthepeople.org/events
ON HOLD TIL THE FALL: The Open Jam Night at Mega Music in Sterling is the perfect place for musicians of all ages & levels to get together, hang out, play & learn. Always a good time. Even if you’re not a musician, come hang out & watch. Call 970-521-9020 to sign up. Host: Todd Allen
