By Laura Giagos Italiano disco-funk bass provocateur Donny Benét, hailing from Sydney, Australia, has carved a distinctive presence in the indie music scene. Often positioned on the fringes, Benét’s infectious bass-driven dance grooves and hypnotic charm have made him unmistakably unforgettable. With his now-iconic skullet and handlebar mustache, Benét (real name Ben Waples) has captivated […]
Thee Sacred Souls kicked off the new year with a dynamic performance at Mission Ballroom, filling the venue with their signature blend of soul and R&B. Led by the soulful Josh Lane, the band delivered a set that kept the crowd swaying, singing, and completely captivated from start to finish. Opener Astyn Turr set the […]
Mike and the Moonpies Have Rebranded, and They’re at the Top of Their Game. After 17 years as a band, Silverada, formerly known as Mike and the Moonpies, still love the game. They’re playing dates all over the country this summer and fall. By now, the theater and dancehall circuit is a well-worn track. They […]
For Remedy, music isn’t just sound; it’s a lifeline, a reflection of struggles, and a beacon of light for their fans. With their deluxe release of A Light in the Darkness, the Northern Colorado hard rockers continue to blend ferocious energy with heartfelt introspection. The project isn’t just another album—it’s a testament to their growth […]
Fleeka’s journey into music was as natural as breathing. From the moment she could talk, she was singing—a memory her mother fondly recalls. “I know it might sound cliché, but it felt different for me,” Fleeka shares. “I couldn’t picture myself doing anything else.” Her childhood was filled with performances at family gatherings and even […]
As far as albums go, Microspirit is more of a frolic in the garden than a wonder through the woods. Quaint almost to the point of cutesy, Frail Talk crafted a subdued fourteen tracks, spit shining their superb indie folk in nostalgia. Helmed by Northern Colorado-based Cor Wright and Alex Woodchek along with drummer Tobias […]
After more than a century of entertaining Casper, the historic Rialto Theater is entering an exciting new chapter. Originally opened in 1921 as the New Lyric Theater, the venue has survived financial struggles and shifts in the entertainment industry. In 2023, local investors Pete Maxwell, John Trost, Jake Bigelow, and Dennis Corr purchased the Rialto […]
Zweifel. German for “Doubt.” From the root word zwei — meaning “two.” Or, when really straining the poetics of Middle High German for the purposes of this clumsy metaphor… Zwei — meaning “dopple.” As in “doppelganger.” A supernatural double which reflects our inner self. Contradictions — like confronting our distorted mirror image — arise when […]
