From Mike Nile: Watch the Celebration of Life and Music of Aaron Garcia – Live From The Oriental Theater in Denver, Colorado on September 28, 2025 – featuring rock, Blues, folk, alt-country, alt-rock, and funk rock music written by Aaron Garcia and other Denver songwriters performed by Aaron’s musician friends and band mates.
Aaron Garcia was a staple in the Denver music community. He founded several Denver bands and organized open mic nights at Jakes Roadhouse in Arvada and the not so open mic nights at the Lion’s Lair in Denver. He even had backyard concerts at his home. A true lover of original music and supporter of local musicians.
Along with being a great singer and guitar player, Aaron was an outstanding songwriter. Many of his songs are featured in this show performed by his bands 78 Bombs, Northside Darling, and The Trainwreckers.
Performers at Aaron’s Celebration of Life & Music include Aaron’s band 78 Bombs, Northside Darling, Vido Sun, Tony Medina , Ryan Chrys, Luke Schmaltz, Sunrise Drive, Baggs Patrick, Hippie Werewolves, Patrick Keating, The Trainwreckers, Dan Treanor, T J Schreiter, and The Brian Hornbuckle Band.
Special thanks to Andy and the staff at the Oriental Theater, sound engineer Jeremy, and the Oriental lighting crew. The Oriental Theater is located at 4339 W. 44th Ave. in Denver, Colorado.
It was an honor to film this Celebration for Ashley Carr-Garcia and all of Aaron’s family and friends. May Aaron’s memory and music continue to “Rock On Forever”!
You can watch Aaron Garcia’s music at: / @aarongarciamusic
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