Hope you had a really fun and safe Halloween! We’re looking forward to the holidays – whichever ones you celebrate. We note that Colorado Gives Day is set for December 8th. Please consider giving to COMBO or re-upping your membership. Also, we’re looking for Volunteer help – either as a COMBO Board Member or someone with computer program knowledge – like we are open to disabled, handicapped people, retirees, or students interested in the Music Business who can help out – at home, on your own time. We, in particular, need help with posting to social media sites like Facebook, X (f/k/a Twitter) and InstaGram. If you can spend an hour or so a week helping, send a note to Barb at president@coloradomusic.org
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Freudian slip: Last week I mentioned the “Sun Studios” in Colorado Springs (shades of Elvis & Sam Phillips – https://www.sunstudio.com – worth a tour if you’re ever in Memphis). Should have been “Sunshine Studios.” Super nice venue. Lots going on there – check them out at https://www.sunshinestudioslive.com
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COMBO Board Member T-Loop asks that you send him your songs if you want them on our Spotify Playlist. Please email him at tlooplooperlive@gmail.com for more info or to send your song, or at the Spotify Artist music link.
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TLoop sent the following URLs to check out! These tracks include winners of our Contests!
COMBO’s Playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5doJjsfZYcObpIecdpWVZw?si=hRKGVxrbRemypuvuHxIFwQ&pi=kmF6oE5XQ8ORt
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COMBO’s Best Tracks Playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5qbXlJ1CmHeSwCuiXZy2cu?si=4I14EWqSQ_aG3ky3Qfr8UA&pi=W7w_UomfQua4_
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Concert tour notes: Triumph cancels come-back tour due to “unexpected medical reasons;” Tom Jones (86) postpones concert on doctors’ orders; Billy Joel can no longer drive or perform; Deep Purple have been forced to postpone their next two shows due to an unspecified medical emergency involving singer Ian Gillan.
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To join COMBO, 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:
Applications Open for the City of Boulder Cultural Grants Panel – Due by November 9th
https://bouldercolorado.formstack.com/forms/boulder_arts_commission_cultural_grants_panelist_application
Professional Denver-based drummer/bassist/keyboardplayer/arranger and producer looking for paid gigs. Contact his representative Garry White at skylightmusicrecords@gmail.com with the role, date, location and budget. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tlra6tuTvw8
ITNS (In The Neon Spotlight) Radio Looking for Music | https://itnsradio.com
Performance High offers lots of classes and activities! Looking for applicants for their scholarship program! See Talent Needed article. Https://performancehigh.net
CALENDAR
November 2026
Colorado Gives Day is Tuesday, December 8th but you don’t have to wait to take part. Early giving opens November 1st. More details later but please consider donating to COMBO or renewing your dues for a year!
Fr, 6th – 12:01 a.m. until 11:59 p.m. – ALL DAY! Bandcamp Friday – Full Royalties for COMBO Members like Lisa Selle, Mad Dog Friedman, Laurie Dameron, Joy Iwancio, Marty Jones, Rob Roper, and Joy Iwancio | https://daily.bandcamp.com/features/bandcamp-fridays
Fr, 6th – 6:30 doors; Show at 7:00 – Benefit for Kathy Taylor featuring Hippie Werewolves, Nasty’s Nightmare and King Rat! Oriental Theater, 44th & Tennyson, Denver | Tickets at
https://theorientaltheater.holdmyticket.com/tickets/466333
Su, 8th – 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. – Celebration of Life for Michael Mark at the Heather Gardens Clubhouse in Aurora | Please RSVP at https://evite.me/Yg9QbDvGQc
https://www.facebook.com/DenverMike
Su, 8th – Doors Noon; Event starts at 1:00 p.m. – Benefit for Tim Elliott at Grimm Bros. Brewing, 815 14th Street SW, Loveland, CO | A day to assist someone who has given so much to the community. Let’s help Tim with his medical bills as he fights cancer. https://facebook.com/events/s/rockin-for-tim-benefit-for-tim/2387995745336582/
Su, 8th – Doors 5:30 p.m. – Show starts at 6:00 p.m. – Western Wish Productions Presents: Second Sundays Showcase with The Sophie West Band, at 2246 Irving Street, Denver CO, 80211
Tickets: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/westernwishproductions/2060686
https://www.thesophiewestband.com
Su, 15th – Doors: 5:00 p.m.; Show at 6:00 – Crazy Diamonds (Pink Floyd Tribute Band) at the Buffalo Rose, 1119 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO 80401 | More info at
https://www.JamieKrutz.com/upcomingshows.html | Advance tickets (recommended): https://buffalorosegolden.com/events/crazy-diamonds/
Mo, 16th – 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. – COMBO’s Songwriters Showcase at Bar 404, 404 Broadway, Denver | Come hear some of the best songwriters in the Front Range! FREE!
Fr, 20th – 7:00 p.m. – Laurie D at North of Ordinary, 4949 Broadway Unit 127, Boulder, CO
Sa, 21st – 5:00 p.m. – Celebration of Life for Anthony “Tony” Cappazola at Lakewood Bar & Grill, 8100 West Colfax, Lakewood | All friends of Tony are welcome.
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Th, 3rd – 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. – Laurie D Jazz Duo at the Wayback Bar in Lyons | We’ll be sharing some holiday tunes!
Sa, 5th – 6:00 p.m. – Rachel Alena Band at City Star Brewing, Berthoud, CO | Making music to bring a little sunshine! https://www.rachelalenamusic.com
Sa, 12th – 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. – Celebration of Life for Carvin Jones at The Monastery, 4810 East McKellips Road, Mesa, Arizona | This event is Carvin’s official homecoming celebration and will serve as an opportunity for his friends, family, and fans to gather in his memory.
Sa, 12th – 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. – COMBO’s Holiday Dinner at the Blue Bonnet Restaurant, 457 South Broadway, Denver, CO 80209 | Really good Mexican-style food and lots of free parking! Come enjoy a tasty dinner and the best music-minded company around! Check out their menu at https://www.bluebonnetrestaurant.com/
Open Mic / Jam Nights:
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Femme Musicians Meetup & Jam is a monthly get-together on the first Tuesday of the month, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Dog House Music Studios. The Jam is for female and femme musicians looking to hang out and play music together in a safe and comfortable space. All ages, all experience levels, and all music genres are welcome! Bring your instrument or use one of our’s – we’ll have guitars, bass guitars, amps, a piano, drum kit, and vocal mics set up and ready. Hosted by Rock for the People at DHMS, 525 Courtney Way, Lafayette, CO 80026. | RSVP for free to:
https://www.rockforthepeople.org/event-details/femme-musicians-meetup-jam-2026-09-01-18-30
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Roots Music Project: First Tuesdays of the month: 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. 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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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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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
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
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
Comfy Couch Performance Circle, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., select days | Cost: Free admission for the live studio audience; donations are appreciated to support the program. The Comfy Couch Performance Circle is a monthly live acoustic music and storytelling series hosted by Robby Layton at Longmont Public Media, 457 4th Avenue, Longmont, CO | Format: The studio is set up in an intimate circle where local and regional acoustic musicians, songwriters, and storytellers take turns performing. There will be three performers each night. Atmosphere: BYOB (Bring Your Own Beverage) for in-studio attendees, and the event is also broadcast live and available on-demand via Longmont Public Media channels.
In person or join online on YouTube at 6 pm | https://www.youtube.com/live/Kzmy317xYB0
