Photo: T-Loop, Franzua and Agxxistence at the Larimer Lounge | Just to clarify, COMBO does NOT receive any government or grant funding for its operations. Although we are an IRS not-for-profit, we do not fit the guidelines for such gifted monies. We depend entirely on membership fees. If you are thinking of officially joining COMBO, please do so. And if you have joined before and can, please renew your dues. We work hard to help musicians out with the business of music – those “rules and regulations” that you won’t get from other music groups whose main focus is promoting a certain genre of music. We assist musicians from all kinds of music styles! Go to https://www.coloradomusic.org and click on the “Join Combo” button!
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We’d like to THANK long-time members Stephen Morrow and J.J. Fraser for reupping their dues! We plan to feature both in the near future. Look for their bios coming soon!
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More later but Wendy Clark writes: Sad news. RIP Tommy Thompson. You’re a bright star in the galaxy now, and you always were. Rest easy, my friend.
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The latest episode of CBS’s – The Real CSI: Miami – was on the murder of rapper Jahseh D.R. Onfroy, a/k/a XXXTentacion. The show followed real crime scene investigators as they looked for evidence of who, why, and how – to make sure the murderers didn’t get away. After processing “the scene” – XXXTentacion was shot in his car after taking $50,000 out of his bank account to purchase a motorcycle, the investigators looked for clues as to who, found a surveillance video and got a clear view of a big SUV pulling up and blocking the rapper’s car. There was no reason for the shooters to kill XXXTentacion but one of them did. There was lots more but you can catch the whole episode here: https://www.cbs.com/shows/the-real-csi-miami/.
More on Mr. Onfroy’s short, short life (20 years old) here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/XXXTentacion
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COMBO is about the LOVE of Music and musicians. We have a board of dedicated and knowledgeable musicians and supporters who play or produce music and music acts. We offer an exchange of information, guidance and advice to help musicians advance their careers no matter what field you’re in. Our articles and programs represent some phase of the music business that could affect musicians – all musicians – everywhere. Our motto in Colorado: Elevate Your Musical State! (Courtesy of Andy Ard!)
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CALENDAR
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Summer Concert Line-ups:
Levitt Pavillion Announces Summer Concert Linepup: http://www.levittpavillion.com
First Friday Jazz Hop in Five Points | https://www.milehighfestivals.com
City Park Jazz 2024! Big Band, Blues, Soul, Latin & Much More! https://www.cityparkjazz.org
Denver Arts Complex events: https://www.artscomplex.com/events/all
Botanic Gardens (two locations) | https://www.botanicgardens.org
Film on the Rocks: https://redrocks.com
Old Town Arvada – Third Saturdays
Elevation Music Festival – 8/16-17/24 | https://www.worldmusicdevelopment.org
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July 2024
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Sa, 13th – 8:30 to 12:00 – T-Loop (9:00), Franzua – Latin (10:00) and Agxxistence – Tech Trance (11:00) at the Larimer Lounge Patio Sessions, 2721 Larimer St., Denver, CO | No cover! 21+
https://larimerlounge.com
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Su, 14th – 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. – J.J. Fraser at Teller’s, 1990 Youngfield Street, Lakewood – Your ‘Third Place” – that happy spot that’s not work, nor home, but really comfy and enjoyable for spending free time.
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Th, 18th – 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. – And Now Aimee, Trident Café, 940 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302
Aimee Herman presents “And Now: Featuring…” a monthly variety show at the wonderful stage in back of the Trident Cafe! This month featuring Laurie D, Dennis Mulherin and Linda Z! https://aimeeherman.wordpress.com/ | https://www.facebook.com/share/x9GSdjyAjnVeyXG4/
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Fr, 19th – 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. – Laurie & Lorrie with Washboard Annie at Frederick Chainsaws & Chuckwagons, Centennial Park, 630 Eighth Street, Frederick, CO 80530 | Only the most masterful chainsaw carvers can turn giant logs into beautiful works of art and we’re bringing them to Frederick to compete against each other! The carving competition will take place July 17th thru 20th with family entertainment and food trucks (Chuckwagons)! Hour-long quick carves will be auctioned off on the spot on select days of the event.
https://frederickco.gov/692/Chainsaws-Chuckwagons | https://fb.me/e/4XSHVdqRN
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Fr, 19th – 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. – After the Gold Rush / Hollywood Legends reunion at Bonacquisti Wine, Strazapalooza w/Buckner Funken Jazz, per Jaison Murrell on Facebook – ATGR/HL page
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Sa, 20th – 7:00 p.m. – COMBO Night at SoFar Sounds – House Concert! See “Events”!
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Su, 21st – 5:30 to 7:30 pm. – Laurie & Lorrie at Gold Hill Inn (in the mountains above Boulder, about a 10 mile drive) | https://fb.me/e/7jhSXgR7a
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Tu, 23rd – 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. – Laurie D at Colorado Women’s History Summer Nights Concert Series hosted by Athena Project, 1310 Bannock St, Denver, CO 80204 | Denverites have a new reason to visit the Center for Colorado Women’s History with Tuesday Night Summer Socials! The Center for Colorado Women’s History is the first state museum focused on the past, present and future achievements of Colorado women.
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We, 24th – 6:00 – 8:40 p.m. (followed by an open jam until 9:00 pm) – Black Rose Acoustic at Buffalo Lodge, 2 El Paso Blvd., Colorado Springs | https://www.blackroseacoustic.org/openmic
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Fr, 26th – 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. – Laurie D at Changing Seasons by the Colorado Mosaic Artists (The Collective Arts), 201 North Public Road, Lafayette, CO
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Su, 28th – 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. – Blue Roots Denver and CMDance Present a Benefit for MusiCares® at the Denver Turnverein, 1570 North Clarkson Street, Denver, CO, 80218 | Co-sponsored by the Mile High Blues Society
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August 2024
Black Rose sponsors an Open Mic on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month – you can check it out at https://www.blackroseacoustic.org/openmic
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Rocky Mountain Guitar Camp to be Presented August 4̀th – 8th at the Hilton Garden Inn, Arvada
https://www.rockymountainguitarcamp.org/
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3rd – 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. – Laurie D at Odde’s Music Grill, 9975 N. Wadsworth, Westminster, CO
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4th – 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. – Laurie D at Beau Jo’s Pizza, Arvada, CO
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9th – 6:15 to 8:15 p.m. – Laurie & Lorrie at Arts in the Park Bandshell, Boulder, CO
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10th – 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. – Laurie D. at Museum of Boulder special event, Boulder, CO
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Th, 15th & Fr, 16th – 2024 Auditorium Music Conference taking place at the Buell Media Center
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Fr. 16th & Sa, 17th – Elevation Music Festival in Alma, Colorado (See Events)
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Sa, 17th – Noon to 10:00 p.m. – Spencer Pyne’s Fest | $20 donation requested per person to compensate the musicians | http://coloradosandstormproductions.com/PYNEFEST2024.htm
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September 2024
Sa, 28th – 11:00 to 6:30 p.m. – 4th Annual Blues On The Mesa, Colorado Springs, CO | Family-friendly festival! Children 16 and under are free with paid ticket. Tickets and all information at https://www.BluesOnTheMesa.org (6:30 to 8:30 p.m. – VIP Party)
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October 2024
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Th, 3rd thru Sa, 5th – Fall Session of the Durango Songwriters Expo at the Omni Interlocken Hotel & Resort in Broomfield, CO | See Songwriters Corner for full information!
https://www.durango-songwriters-expo.com
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Fr, 4th – Doctor Noize and Justin Roberts at the Strings Music Festival in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, where Doctor Noize is Artist-in-Residence.
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Sa, 5th – Lafayette Music Fest – more details coming soon!
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TALENT NEEDED:
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Early Bird Registration is open thru July 21st for the Fall Durango Songwriters Expo in Broomfield! https://www.Durango-Songwriters-Expo.com
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Rocky Mountain Guitar Camp: https://www.rockymountainguitarcamp.org/
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Entries Being Accepted for the Texas Troubadour Songwriters Classic – Deadline August 20th
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Opportunity For Musicians – the 21st Annual Acoustic Music Awards – Deadline Nov. 8th