I want to thank everyone for their messages of sympathy and condolence in the passing of my “baby brother” Jerry. We buried him on his 82nd birthday so we truly held a “Celebration of Life” with a birthday party complete with cards, balloon, flowers, and a chocolate cupcake! He was buried in Pomeroy, WA, attended by close family members in a spot that overlooks the beautiful Palouse Valley of rolling hills and wheat fields. We’re pretty sure he and our dad are dancing their nights away with the lovely ladies and musicians of the cemetery! His kind of honor!
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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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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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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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http://www.Facebook.com/ColoradoMusicBusinessOrganization
TALENT NEEDED:
Durango Songwriters Expo in Ventura, CA – Feb. 18th thru 20th, 2027. Register at
https://www.durangosong.com
Howard Rosen Promotion Talent Search – Open to unsigned artists. Send us one original song and you’re entered. Entries close December 30th, 2026. Winner announced after entries close
https://musictalentsearch.com/?utm_source=musicconnection&utm_medium=email
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 opened November 1st. Please consider donating to COMBO or renewing your yearly dues.
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 with a wide variety of songwriting styles! FREE! Bar 404 is a restaurant, too, so ALL AGES!
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.
Su, 22nd – 2:00 p.m. – Denver Concert Band’s Eat, Drink and Be Merry concert! Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons Street, Lone Tree, CO 80124 | Enjoy the Glenn Miller-inspired holiday swing of In the Christmas Mood to the beautiful sounds of Eric Whitacre’s Lux Aurumque, along with holiday favorites, a little Grinch-inspired mischief, and a special visit from Santa himself! Bring your family and friends and start the holiday season with us!
https://www.lonetreeartscenter.org/whats-on/denver-concert-band-presents-eat-drink-and-be-merry
December 2026
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
Th, 10th – 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. – One more time! Christmas Party and Grand Jam at the White Fence Farm, 1655 Simms Street, Lakewood, CO featuring Rudy Grant and Country Music friends!
Th, 10th – 8:00 p.m. – Pass The Mic’s Streaming Benefit for Music to Life | Special Guests Terika Dean, Anna Canoni & Michelle Esrick. This music-filled, storytelling event is hosted by Music to Life co-founders, Noel Paul Stookey (of the legendary trio Peter, Paul & Mary) and his daughter, Liz Stookey Sunde. More details in article below. Register here for the benefit auction:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pass-the-mic-an-intergenerational-benefit-auction-for-music-to-life-2026-registration-2002581802078?blm_aid=239991819
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/
Su, 13th -Doors 5:30 | Show 6:00 p.m. – Second Sundays Showcase, 2246 Irving Street, Denver, CO 80211 | December’s featured artists are Terry McIntosh, Jon Brumm, and Evie Valentine.
Fr, 18th – 7:30 p.m. – Rocky Mountain Brassworks’ Holiday Concert “Light in the Winter” at the Mapleton Arts Center, | Celebrate the joy and warmth of the season with festive, spirited music. From cheerful, swinging holiday tunes to lyrical, heartwarming melodies, this concert is a perfect way to welcome the holidays.
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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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 | Longmont Public Media, 457 4th Avenue, Longmont, CO | Cost: Free admission for the live studio audience; donations are appreciated to support the program. In person or join online on YouTube at 6:00 p.m. | The Comfy Couch Performance Circle is a monthly live acoustic music and storytelling series hosted by Robby Layton at LPM in 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; the event is also broadcast live and available on-demand via LPM channels.
https://www.youtube.com/live/Kzmy317xYB0
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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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Second Sundays Showcase, 2246 Irving Street, Denver, CO 80211 | In an intimate listening room-style event hosted by Denver singer-songwriter Sophie West, Sophie curates a lineup of three independent songwriters and emcees a showcase where they share their songs and stories. Packaged snacks and an assortment of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages will be available. Presented by WesternWish Productions; next one set for Sunday, December 13, 2026. Doors 5:30; Show 6:00 p.m.; runs for 60-90 minutes. | December’s featured artists are Terry McIntosh, Jon Brumm, and Evie Valentine.
