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Mishawaka Amphiteater

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Four musicians play fiddle, upright bass, drums, and guitar on a smoky, blue-lit stage.

20 Years of Pickin’ on the Poudre: Head For The Hills and a Colorado Bluegrass TraditionFor generations, the Poudre canyon has been synonymous with bluegrass music.Jed Murphy · May 1, 2026

Built To Spill performing on a green stage before leafy plants, with guitarists, a drummer, and amplifiers.

FeaturesDon’t Keep It Like A Secret: Built To Spill Comes To The MishBuilt To Spill was ultimately grouped in with the “Northwest sound” from the outset, a result of being signed to Up Records. Although they left and signed with Warner Bros., they managed to retain their independence. After eight albums, the Doug Martsch-led group are still a mainstay in the indie rock world. “The main key is, of course, luck. But there’s also the fact that I am so simple, I don’t get bored playing these songs over and over again,” Martsch jokes. Built To Spill play The Mishawaka Amphitheatre July 26.Kyle Eustice · Jul 10, 2019

Photo for “311 Plays The Aggie and S.A. Martinez is ‘Bout it ‘Bout it.”

Features311 Plays The Aggie and S.A. Martinez is ‘Bout it ‘Bout it.My reaction to 311 playing the modest Aggie Theatre was probably similar to other locals. ‘What!? How!? It’s so small. These guys sell out Red Rocks and have their own 311 cruise for god’s sake.’ But I quickly remembered the same people who book the Mishawaka Amphitheater took over the Aggie’s booking in March, so maybe they really wanted to kick off the concert season with a bang?Kyle Eustice · Apr 20, 2019

DeVotchKa performer playing a red and white accordion on stage under blue and pink stage lights.

Concert PhotosDeVotchKa at Mishawaka Amphitheater (“This Night Falls Forever” Released Today)Drew Carlson photographs DeVotchKa at Mishawaka Amphitheater for Bandwagon MagazineDrew Carlson · Aug 24, 2018

Photo for “Cold War Kids – The Best Versions Of Themselves”

FeaturesCold War Kids – The Best Versions Of ThemselvesCold War Kids are a force of nature in popular music. With six full-length albums and several chart-topping hits including the song “First” which peaked at number one on the U.S. alternative charts, the label of indie rockers hasn’t applied to them for years. For lead singer Nathan Willett, looking back on his career (and looking forward) the name of the game is being the best versions of themselves they can be.Jed Murphy · Jun 1, 2018

Eight people in casual clothes pose together on a wooden floor in front of a weathered gray backdrop.

FeaturesRusted Root Takes a Trip to The MishComprised of founder/vocalist Michael Glabicki, bassist Patrick Norman, percussionist Liz Berlin, percussionist Preach Freedom, and guitarist Dirk Miller, the current incarnation…Kyle Eustice · Jul 9, 2016 FeaturesUp the Mountain – Conor Oberst Plays the MishawakaSinger-songwriter Conor Oberst always seems to be in high demand, at least in terms of interviews.Kyle Eustice · Sep 25, 2014