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Julie Geller, Setting the Stage, Sends an Update on Her Life in Israel Now

June 18, 2026| Interesting Bits|

If you’ve been sitting with HOPE – curious but not quite sure it’s for you –... Read More → Julie Geller, Setting the Stage, Sends an Update on Her Life in Israel Now

Vibrant Discussion on Facebook Involving Asking for Musicians to Perform “For Free”

June 18, 2026| Interesting Bits|

Melanie Skye: Hello Musicians – Denver’s newest indie bookstore is looking for musicians to fill out... Read More → Vibrant Discussion on Facebook Involving Asking for Musicians to Perform “For Free”

“It’s a Good Life” for actor Bill Mumy

June 18, 2026| Interesting Bits|

By Jim Axelrod, CBS News – Sunday Morning | There aren’t a whole lot of people who can relate to... Read More → “It’s a Good Life” for actor Bill Mumy

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Musician in Audience Saves the Show // 4 Rock Songs From 1963 That Sound Even Cooler Today

June 18, 2026| Interesting Bits|

Musician in Audience Saves the Show Video story: After the pianist fell ill during an orchestral concert in... Read More → Musician in Audience Saves the Show // 4 Rock Songs From 1963 That Sound Even Cooler Today

More Thoughts on Cover Bands vs. Original Bands

May 21, 2026| Interesting Bits|

Dave Stasney: Interesting conversation recently with a local venue owner regarding original bands vs... Read More → More Thoughts on Cover Bands vs. Original Bands

Discussion on Facebook re: Touring for Independent Artists

May 7, 2026| Interesting Bits|

Byron Shaw: I have this to say to all independent artists that never hit the road and toured for years... Read More → Discussion on Facebook re: Touring for Independent Artists

Facebook Discussion on Etiquette for Musicians Who Want to “Sit In” ..

May 7, 2026| Interesting Bits|

Facebook Discussion on Etiquette for Musicians Who Want to “Sit In” // Discussion of Facebook re: Touring... Read More → Facebook Discussion on Etiquette for Musicians Who Want to “Sit In” ..

COMBO Member Rob Roper Comments on “Cover vs. Original Bands”; Response From COMBO President Barb Dye

April 30, 2026| Interesting Bits|

Last week we published comments regarding Madison Lucas’s request for a conversation on Facebook re: Cover... Read More → COMBO Member Rob Roper Comments on “Cover vs. Original Bands”; Response From COMBO President Barb Dye

Billboard Women in Music 2026: Ella Langley reveals the unexpected inspiration for ‘Choosin’ Texas’ // ‘Choosin’ Texas’ No. 1 on Hot 100 for seventh week

April 23, 2026| Interesting Bits|

Video story | Billboard Woman In Music Powerhouse Award recipient, Ella Langley, talks about the incredible... Read More → Billboard Women in Music 2026: Ella Langley reveals the unexpected inspiration for ‘Choosin’ Texas’ // ‘Choosin’ Texas’ No. 1 on Hot 100 for seventh week

Madison Lucas starts another conversation on Facebook re: Cover vs. Original Bands

April 23, 2026| Interesting Bits|

Photo: Michael St. James | Madison Lucas, 4/18/26: Attention local musicians! And I mean both kinds: cover... Read More → Madison Lucas starts another conversation on Facebook re: Cover vs. Original Bands

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He Recorded 10,000 Concerts on Tape. Now They’re Streaming for Free

April 16, 2026| Interesting Bits|

By Josh DuBose, KDVR-TV Denver, KTLA | The music collection of a 59-year-old Chicago man who attended more... Read More → He Recorded 10,000 Concerts on Tape. Now They’re Streaming for Free

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Paranormal investigators set sights on Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox and television debut

April 16, 2026| Interesting Bits|

Every town has its secrets, and in Denver, some of those secrets seem unwilling to stay buried. In the Mile... Read More → Paranormal investigators set sights on Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox and television debut

Colorado Nonprofit’s Annual Instrument Drive Aims to Put Playable Instruments in Students’ Hands

April 9, 2026| Interesting Bits|

By Byron Reed, 9 News KUSA Denver | A Colorado nonprofit is racing against an April 5 deadline BUT you can... Read More → Colorado Nonprofit’s Annual Instrument Drive Aims to Put Playable Instruments in Students’ Hands

Steve Pavey on the Value of Copyright

April 2, 2026| Interesting Bits|

Steve Pavey, FB, 3/28/26: I never cease to be amazed by musicians that are so confident about being wrong. On... Read More → Steve Pavey on the Value of Copyright

I’m a drummer. Guitarists have made me hate being in bands

March 26, 2026| Interesting Bits|

By Martin Kielty, Guitar World | My name is Martin, I am a drummer, and I’m here to tell you that you have... Read More → I’m a drummer. Guitarists have made me hate being in bands

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