Before House of Pain was telling everybody to jump around, Everlast (real name Erik Schrody) was just another punk kid running wild in the streets of New York City. In 1992, however, the trio’s massive single “Jump Around” put them on the map with bagpipes, kilts and a healthy dose of attitude. Everlast, Danny Boy and DJ Lethal were quickly catapulted to international recognition thanks to the incredible success of their self-titled Tommy Boy debut.
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The Rev: Bow Down to the Horton Heat
People basically worship Jim Heath as if he’s the Jesus Christ of unconventional rock-n-roll. Better known by his stage name, Reverend Horton Heat, the Texas native helped usher in a whole new genre of music in the mid-‘80s, which is often referred to as “psychobilly.” Upon further exploration, however, it’s a term Heath isn’t exactly comfortable with, but has grown to accept over time.
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Michal Minert Still Has Love For His Home-State Fans
The Godfather of electro-soul, Michal Menert is set to play four dates in Colorado this weekend.
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Cover Story: Capital Cities Make Colorado “Safe and Sound”
A musician’s status is usually measured by the number of record sales, number one singles, and sold-out shows they achieve, but the indie duo Capital Cities has found success without even releasing a full-length album. Their first single, “Safe and Sound,” has been in heavy rotation on alternative and pop radio since its release and has continually grown in popularity.
Continue readingThe Problem of Underage Drinking at Concert Venues
It’s a fact of any local music scene that sometimes teenagers drink before going to shows. They can’t buy booze at venues’ bars and sneaking alcohol in can be risky, so they get sloshed at home instead and head out to see their favorite bands perform.
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