Block Party 2013 Spotlight – Duchovny

Their sound is all the good things about alt-rock, jazz, and pop melded together. Duchovny not only has a special skill for songwriting, but they do an excellent job of complementing their smooth vocals with the instruments instead of being overwhelming.

Block Party 2013 Spotlight – The Burroughs

Johnny Burroughs, self-proclaimed preacher’s kid, grew up playing church music and listening primarily to soul music, doo wop, and the Raisins. Immersing himself in these genres, Johnny honed his musical talents by forming different bands over the years, building a strong local following.

Album Review: Washed Out – Paracosm

Ernest Greene started out as a jobless librarian recording music on his computer in the upstairs bedroom of his parent’s house. They were humble beginnings that did nothing to dampen the allure of a young man who would become known as Washed Out.

Album Review: BLKHRTS – Death, Romance, and the Color BLK

Combining the disparate worlds of gothic music and hip hop, BLKHRTS exemplify the creativity that the Colorado music scene generates. Denver rappers King F.O.E., Yonnas Abraham, and Karma the Voice have produced an album of fast and unflinching lyrics layered over droning and reverberating synth lines.

Greeley Block Party 2013 Spotlights – Leghounds

Leghounds’ music is influenced by old-school funk, soul, and R&B adorned with a certain class and charm that makes it appealing to music fans young and old. They are able to command any crowd, and endless moving is inevitable during their live performances.