On August 23rd, Opiuo played an intimate, high-energy set at Reelworks located in the River North District of Denver, Colorado.
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The Mercury Café Rocked Out for Denver Rocks the Vote
Denver Rocks the Vote brought a panel, cannabis symposium, and five various musical acts to the Mercury Cafe on March 4th, 2023.
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Bass Physics Returns to Denver at The Bluebird w/ mzg, Krushendo & Bamborghini
Bass Physics, aka Arja Adair has been making waves in the Colorado music scene for nearly a decade. He is most well known for performances with ILLENIUM and Said The Sky at the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheatre. His eclectic blend of future bass, mid-tempo, trap, and dubstep pushes the limits of a traditional electronic set. On top of that Arja is one of the best guitar players we have ever seen grace a stage, and we don’t just mean EDM.
He returns to Denver, CO, fresh from directly supporting SoDown’s World Beyond tour to headline The Bluebird Theater with Global Dance and AEG on Saturday, 1/14, with mzg, Krushendo, and Bamborgini as support. Tickets are just $18!
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Bass Physics
Bass Physics recently released some new music featuring a mid-tempo journey entitled “Disillusion,” featuring SLVR SIREN, aka Cheyenne Duba, and a bass house banger entitled “Play Hard.” Bass Physics’ signature sound is displayed masterfully here by incorporating rock-inspired guitar elements into high-energy and heavy-hitting bass riffs.
mzg
This lineup is absolutely stacked with support, including the mzg boys, who have recently played Red Rocks with Big Gigantic. The EDM duo most recently dominated the 1st Bank Center with Griz. mzg has made huge waves this year in Colorado and the US, including a colossal performance at the Electric Forest legendary VIP stage, The Goodlife Stage. They also recently just dropped a collaboration with Manic Focus.
Krushendo
Krushendo had a big year in 2022 as they started the year performing with ILLENIUM twice for X Games in Aspen in January. He previously supported ILLENIUM at The Mishawaka and most recently hit The Mish with SoDown and Bass Physics. He recently dropped a mostly unreleased originals mix for Gem & Jam’s DJ contest which charted at 17 on SoundCloud: Hot & Trending Dubstep.
Bamborghini
Denver’s own and Feyline all star Bamborhini local adds some housey flare opening up the night.support list for a show that is primed to pop off! We hope to see you there!
Smoakland Closes Out the Smoak Sesh Tour at The Aggie
The West-coast-bred duo, Smoakland, closed out their Smoak Sesh tour with a bang last weekend at The Aggie in Fort Collins. The tour was presented by Zeds Dead’s label Deadbeats. It also followed the release of Smoakland’s fall EP, Smoak Sesh. The project featured heavyweight collaborations from artists like Cyber G and Attitude. The Smoakland boys- Harrison Hays and Anthony Battaglia -have traveled across the US this fall. Still, they saved something special for Colorado and finished their tour with a three-night run culminating in their final Fort Collins stop.
Gravitrax
To kick off the night, Gravitrax took the stage alongside hoopers and other flow artists to get the energy started. Gravitrax is a Colorado local, currently on his 2022 Space Rock tour. He lived up to his tour name, bringing space bass originals along with songs from favorites in the genre like LSDream. Gravitrax closed out his set with high-energy drum and bass, seamlessly mixed with dubstep classics.
Stooki Sound
Smoakland was incredibly proud to present trap legend Stooki Sound at both Colorado tour dates. Stooki Sound hails all the way from London, and half of the iconic duo crossed the pond to serve as direct support. Stooki Sound has been releasing major hits since 2013, and they took this set as an opportunity to honor the golden era of trap in EDM. They played bangers from giants like Flosstradamus and Keys N Krates, along with DNB remixes of rap hits and other classics. Most importantly, Stooki Sound closed out the set with a new collaboration with London-based DJ Troyboi, bringing the old trap flavor into 2022.
Smoakland
This last stop of the Smoak Sesh tour was undoubtedly a special one. To start their set, Smoakland honored the legacy of Stooki Sound, saying they would not be here today without them. This Fort Collins stop followed a special two-night run in Denver. Night one presented their liquid drum and bass side project, Liquid Smoak, while night two brought their usual energetic dubstep.
For their set at The Aggie, the duo went all out to present their biggest and baddest bass music. They played out their 2021 collaboration with Mersiv, “What You Want,” as well as a fan favorite from their 2020 Modern Throwback EP, “Four 15’s VIP.” Most importantly, Smoakland showed off their Smoak Sesh project. The crowd went wild for the first track on the EP, “Welcome to Smoakland” with Attitude.
If you want to catch more Smoakland, they will be returning to Colorado in April as support for Mersiv’s Red Rocks show. They will be presenting their special Liquid Smoak DNB side project on its biggest stage yet. You can check out Liquid Smoak here.
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Liquid Stranger Goes Berserk On Night 3 At Mission Ballroom
On November 19, 2022, Liquid Stranger closed out his three-day show run at Mission Ballroom with a wild Sounds of Wakaan set.
Opening Support
Chef Boyarbeatz
Chef Boyarbeatz was the first opener of the night, and many were very excited! He started the night with deep free-form bass wubs and got the crowd warmed up and moving.
Tape B
Tape B was the next opener and one of the most anticipated by audience members! Since the release of Driptapes Volume 3, many have been raving about Tape B and his quick come-up into the spotlight. He released a new EP titled A Dose of Nostalgia at the beginning of the week, and everyone became more excited to see the spicy tunes played out in his set. This night out of the three was completely sold out, and many people pulled up early to catch Tape B’s set. Tape B’s usual style merges old and new dubstep styles, which he threw down flawlessly while mixing in other artists like Zeds Dead.
Ravenscoon
Ravenscoon was the next opener, and he came in swinging with energy! He is a fan favorite around the Denver area and brings in a heavy, deep penetrating sound that strikes you in your core. Ravenscoon played a fantastic set that elevated the crowd’s energy and made way for the rest of the night.
Shlump
Shlump was the next opener, and many were excited to have him as direct support! Known for his wavy extraterrestrial wubs, Shlump brought in a different vibe and got the crowd wiggling their limbs. It was so much fun to see him and refreshing to hear something different from the openers!
Rusko
Rusko was the last opener before Liquid Stranger. Many were ecstatic to see this legend show up on the support lineup. Although a significant majority of people in the bass scene are still warming up to Drum and Bass, there’s a handful that love it and was happy to hear it from Rusko! Many danced as crazy as the famous Rusko, whose known for taking his shoes off on stage and going bonkers. Having Rusko as direct support was a great way to sprinkle some other genres into the night, and he did terrifically.
Liquid Stranger
On this last night of the three-day run, Liquid Stranger dedicated it to the Sounds of Wakaan. This meant that he was going to play as much music as possible, including his and others’ music on Wakaan. Just like night one, once he started going in, he didn’t let up until the second he was finished. He played all of his songs off his new Dimensions EP which was exciting to see! This made for a different experience that people wouldn’t expect out of a standard Liquid Stranger set. Not only did he play his new music, but he also delved into other subgenres and even played some Mac Miller! In addition, he also mixed some of his older tunes like Gunslinger and Jetpacks with rap songs like Drop It Like It’s Hot. According to fans, this set was one of the heaviest sets they’ve seen from Liquid Stranger!
Conclusion
Overall, the last day of the three-night Liquid Stranger run at Mission Ballroom was amazing! The stacked opening support acts threw down and got the crowd moving. Liquid Stranger’s last set was electrifying and so much fun. We are so proud and happy for the Wakaan collective and the work that was put in to make this weekend so incredible. We look forward to seeing how all of the support acts and Liquid Stranger himself continue to shine.
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Liquid Stranger Goes Downtempo at Mission Ballroom Night 2
Imagine this:
- It’s night two of Liquid Stranger‘s three-night run in Denver.
- The theme is downtempo.
- The whole crowd has caught the vibe.
Thousands of bass music fans gathered from Thursday to Saturday to catch three diverse sets from Liquid Stranger at Mission Ballroom, along with 16 genre-spanning openers. Friday night offered an extraordinary chance to slow down, groove, and experience relaxed beats backed by impressive production and a PK Trinity Black sound system.
Liquid Stranger during his downtempo set
Wakaan & Beyond
Martin Staaf, better known as Liquid Stranger, is the enigmatic Swedish label head of two imprints. He first launched Wakaan, the celebrated freeform bass label with a cult-like following. Then came Sskwan, the chilled-out flipside of Wakaan. Staaf’s main label already hosts its own music festival, boasts over 50 major releases, and features tons of heavyweight bass artists. Some of the recent releases come from maintays like Rusko, Truth, LSDREAM, Jantsen, Zeke Beats, and Peekaboo.
Night two was the chance for Sskwan to shine. While Sskwan may be Staaf’s younger imprint (announced just a few years ago at Wakaan Festival), it has already made a big splash by asserting a larger presence for mellow music within the dubstep scene. Recently, Sskwan’s first release came out in 2021 from US-based producer LUZCID. It has since expanded to include Au5, Shlump, and LIGHTCODE (an alias of LSDREAM). The sounds of Sskwan filled Mission Ballroom on Friday, as all the artists on the lineup brought their best downtempo music.
Night Two’s Roster
To kick off the night, the show featured up-and-coming acts in bass music, Sharlitz Web, and REDRUM. Next, Mad Zach offered glitchy tracks over black-and-white visuals, and ATTYA kept things slow and bass-heavy. Finally, the mysterious Tripp St. closed the openers with his funky glitch hop.
All of these artists perfectly supported the theme of the evening. For example, Sharlitz Web just announced her debut EP on Sskwan, Spider Lily, which is coming out on December 1st. REDRUM has already dropped a single on the label with “Phases.” While neither Mad Zach nor ATTYA has official connections to the label, both artists mastered the chill, bass-heavy sound of the night. Tripp St., on the other hand, had the highest energy set of the night, but it was the perfect contrast before Liquid Stranger’s all-original and downtempo performance.
Liquid Stranger’s Downtempo Set
Longtime Liquid Stranger fans may have been among the most excited for his night two set. The downtempo vibe harkened back to his early classics from 2015 and 2016. Staaf began the night by promising to play those highly requested songs, and he did not disappoint.
The laser production was immaculate, the sound system was booming, and the music, of course, was the star of the show. Staaf played out fan favorites like his 2016 “Trigger Happy,” the number-one song fans requested online. He also used his Night Two set to shout out some of his collaborators who did not appear on the lineup for his Mission Ballroom three-night run. Staaf honored LSDREAM with their song “Potions,” and then he had a portion of his set dedicated to CloZee.
Liquid Stranger’s set winded down by previewing his upcoming EP on Sskwan called Unity, which will be released later this year. Staaf spoke directly to his audience to end the night with fitting closing thoughts. He hoped the downtempo set was healing and rejuvenating in preparation for the full-tilt energy of night three of Liquid Stranger at Mission Ballroom.
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Mersiv’s Mile High Transmission at Mission Ballroom
Mersiv’s Mile High Transmission at Mission Ballroom
On October 22, 2022, local Colorado producer Mersiv‘s Mile High Transmission reached Denver and made for an outstanding headline show at Mission Ballroom.
Who is Mersiv?
Anderson Benoit Gallegos, also known as Mersiv, has been making big moves in the bass music scene for the past couple of years. Mersiv is known mainly for some of his hits Beautiful and Filthy, Fire Dance, Paradise, and his Get To You remix. Since starting his musical voyage in 2015, Mersiv has made his way to massive festivals like Electric Forest, Shambhala, and Okeechobee. Mersiv is also the creator of MorFlo records, a platform constructed to showcase artists tapping into their flow through art. Although his focus is on bass-heavy sounds, his range extends far and wide, incorporating dreamy down-tempo sounds mixed with vocals. Make no mistake, though, Mersiv is unlike any other in the current bass scene. Mersiv’s heavyweight sound is undoubtedly deep and penetrative straight into the soul, leaving most speechless and wanting more. He’s currently on tour and made his Denver appearance special as Mersiv’s Mile High Transmission, which signified his return to Colorado planned for next year.
Opening Support
Mersiv Slow Down Set
For those familiar with the span of the Mersiv Sound Project, a “Slow Down” set does not happen often. This set mostly features Mersiv’s down-tempo tracks and creates a dreamy atmosphere. Fans were stoked to witness this lighter side of the Mersiv Sound Project because of its vital role at the beginning of the project! This set from Mersiv was the perfect opening to the show and set the energy in the best way.
Duffrey
Still on the come-up but no stranger to the scene, Duffrey was a highly anticipated support act by fans. Following Mersiv’s downtempo set, Duffrey picked up the pace with his eccentric sounds and bouncy beats. Duffrey’s psychedelic sounds, paired with his face-melting visual production, set the mood just right!
Darci (live)
Unlike Duffrey, many were unfamiliar with Darci and did not know what to expect from their 35-minute set. As a live show, Darci consisted of one person on the decks and another singing and rapping live. Darci was a wild card on this lineup but provided a nice break from heavy, bass-forward tunes with some mid-tempo, vibey hip hop, and rap.
Integrate
The duo Integrate was one of the opening acts people were most excited about! Integrate is made up of Colorado favorites Black Carl and VCTRE. This duo crushed it with deep and thick sounds ripping through the infamous Mission Ballroom sound system. They definitely got the crowd’s energy way up and ready for the rest of the night!
Coki b2b A Hundred Drums
Fans were also insanely excited about this b2b! Coki’s appearance with A Hundred Drums was a lovely surprise for fans because of his legendary status and contribution to the creation of bass music. This b2b provided the perfect mix of old-school deep-tempo bangers and newer wonky wubs. They also had a unique visual production by Actualize Visuals that had faces melting all over.
Mersiv Throw Down Set and Production
This was one of Mersiv’s biggest headline shows in Colorado, and the team didn’t come to play. Keeping consistent with the transmission theme, the stage consisted of two satellites on each side that shot lasers! The middle of the stage was a ring with circling lights and lasers that corresponded with the transmission theme. For this throwdown set, Mersiv came with some heat from his Pretty Dark Loud album with songs like Nine Tails and Fire Dance, his Smoakland collabs, and some downtempo tunes. Seeing the Mersiv project production coupled with the sound system of Mission Ballroom was indeed an experience. The Mission Ballroom disco ball even made an appearance as it lit up brightly and created the trippiest illusions as it rotated. The set ended with a visual scene where Mersiv Rocks was announced through a space transmission to Mars, and everyone went crazy!
Conclusion
Overall, from start to finish, the support acts, Mersiv himself, and his team put on a truly memorable show, and we can’t wait to see what else we will see from them in the future! Mersiv’s Mile High Transmission at Mission Ballroom was an experience we will never forget.
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HIGHLY SUSPECT Comes to RED ROCKS AMPHITHEATER
Highly Suspect comes to Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, Colorado. The lineup also featured DestroyBoys and Spiritbox! All three bands featured the various styles of a classic punk rock sound which featured heavy guitars, drums, and strong bass led by loud dominating vocals from all three singers. Whereas the first two bands reminded me of something from the metal and punk rock bands from the 90s or early 00s, Highly suspect was definitely more versatile and mainstream sounding of today’s music.
The Line-up
Up first to open the night was DestroyBoys. This punk rock group from California is full of character and energy, and this band has fun on stage. A great opening act, DestroyBoys began the night with their hard-hitting, in-your-face, non-conforming attitudes. Each lyric and song is easily relatable and perfectly embodies the rebellious tone of the punk rock scene with heavy lead guitar riffs and songs made for the socially misunderstood.
Spiritbox
Up next to follow was the Canadian rock group Spiritbox. More of a metal group than punk rock, this has to be one of the newest and most exciting groups in the metalcore genre. With some of the most powerful yet melodic and mindblowing vocals, this singer stood out with her enormous vocal range and incredibly strong stage presence as one of the most dominant in any genre of music. Coupled with huge breakdowns and heavy guitar leads, there is absolutely no doubt that when this band comes on the stage, they came to make their presence felt throughout their entire set! Very loud and fun to watch and listen to, with powerful screams that echoed throughout. Great live set!
Highly Suspect
The last group to play and Headline the event was one of the most unique and versatile-sounding bands in the rock genre, Highly Suspect. A little bit more distinct sounding from the other two bands, Highly Suspect was the perfect combination of a more alternative style rock mixed with almost a little hip hop in some songs, and with other tracks sounding a little bit more like rock music with a hint of blues in the vocals. They had very catchy guitar riffs and raw, powerful, soulful vocals.
Having had a little mainstream success, these guys packed the house and had the entire amphitheater singing out loud to every single lyric and song they played, earning them a well-deserved Encore from the crowd at the end of the night.
All in all, a pretty amazing show with each band bringing a little something unique and different elements and styles to the genre of rock.
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Rome In Silver’s Debut Headline show at Meow Wolf
Rome In Silver’s Debut Headline show at Meow Wolf
Get ready to vibe out at Meow Wolf for Rome In Silver’s first headline show in Denver on 10/15! Vinny Pisciotta, known musically as Rome In Silver, has been on the rise for quite a while with his presence on lineups like Bonnaroo 2021, Okeechobee 2022, Lightning in a Bottle 2022, and support on Dabin’s Between Broken 2022 tour. Rome In Silver is known mainly for deep, melodic hits like “Never Be The One,” “Like You,” “Fade,” and “Skin,” to name a few.
Music
The general vibe of Rome In Silver’s music is vibrant, bass-forward, melodic, and unique. What one could expect in a Rome In Silver set is much more than just one specific vibe or genre. Rome In Silver breaks barriers in his sets by incorporating different genres. Notably, he plays anything from vibey breakbeat drum and bass to experimental wubs, then brings it back to his familiar melodies. No matter where Rome In Silver plays, whoever is present will go on a musical journey through the facets of electronic music.
Venue
Many fans are excited to see how Rome In Silver’s cutting-edge production will play out among the infamous confines of the Meow Wolf venue! After experiencing some of his previous sets, it’s safe to say that his energy matches the immersive nature of Meow Wolf. Despite performing on 10/14, the night before Meow Wolf at Red Rocks, as direct support for Louis The Child, Vinny is excited about this specific event. Specifically, he states, “This is my very first headline show in Denver, so naturally, my excitement level is through the roof. Meow Wolf is going to be one hell of a show!” Rome In Silver has a couple more remaining tour dates through New Year’s Eve.
Conclusion
Overall, we are very excited to have a talented artist like Rome In Silver make his first headline debut at a fantastic venue like Meow Wolf. We can’t wait to see what he has in store for fans and the experience he will create. We look forward to seeing you all there! Tickets are still available for purchase here!
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September Time to Fall into Temple Denver
Fall is upon us, and that means cooler temps and hot beats! This month at Temple, we have some fire artists to keep the party going. Whether you like house, rap, techno, or dance music, Temple is sure to have something for you. Check out the details on the September lineup below.
Eden Prince – September 1st
Kicking off the September lineup is UK artist Eden Prince. After studying music at Leeds College of Music, Eden Prince followed his dream of becoming a house music producer. Now with over 250 million streams on Spotify, he has solidified his place on top of the music charts. His most recent track, “Back to the Sound” dropped earlier this year and is an absolute banger.
Kastra – September 2nd
Next up on the September lineup is Kastra. Hailing from the Jersey Shore, Kastra is no stranger to nightlife and club music. He has worked with some amazing artists, including Timmy Trumpet and Borgeous. His recent track “ Infinity” features Borgeous and Luxtides. He also has the banger “Make You Stay” on Spotify.
Regard – September 3rd
Keeping the party going, Regard is hitting the decks on September 3rd. From Yugoslavia, Regard used TikTok to get his unique dance music out to the rest of the world. He has now reached 2.4 million streams on Spotify. His song, “Hallucination,” dropped earlier this year.
6lack – September 4th
Closing up the first weekend of September and helping us celebrate Labor Day, 6lack is playing Sunday. An Atlanta-grown rapper, 6lack has grown quite the fan base, with over 10 million streams on Soundcloud. His song, “Rent Free,” dropped at the beginning of this year, and it’s fire! His shows are a blast by bringing his unique perspective and high energy to the stage.
Denver House Music Takeover – Sept. 8th
The second week of September is fully stacked! Opening the week is the Denver House Music Takeover. A local collective of 47 rotating artists, Denver House Music is sure to have all the houses you could want and more. In this round, they have Silhouette, Djuric, PharmDJ, and Cizzle hitting the stage.
Green Velvet – September 9th
Keeping the party going, Green Velvet is performing on September 9th. Originally studying to be a chemical engineer, he left school to pursue his dreams of being a house music producer. Making music since the early 90s; he is no stranger to the music industry and has released several chart-topping hits. His recent song, “Wurk” with Mihalis Safras featuring Dojae, was released two months ago. It is such a house hit!
Black V-Neck – September 10th
Black V-Neck, a Miami duo, will keep up the vibe, hitting the decks on September 10th. Known for their amazing tech house, Black V-Neck has climbed the charts. Earlier this month, they reached 1 million streams on Spotify. Their recent track “Day N Night” with Afrojack ft. Muni Long dropped earlier this month, and it is a tech house anthem for sure!
Speaker Honey – September 15th
The third week of September is looking HOT! Up first, Speaker Honey is set to perform. Playing multiple instruments, Speaker Honey has a unique ear for music and is known for her raw and heavy sounds. Signed to the Mau5trap label, Speaker Honey has no plans of stopping anytime soon. Her most recent track is the “Skyscraper” remix that dropped on her Spotify earlier this year.
Layton Giordani with Charles D – Sept. 16th
Up next is Layton Giordani with Charles D, playing September 16th. Layton Giordani is an ambassador for New York’s techno new school scene. He spent much time being trained by many music legends, including Adam Beyer. His song “Digital Age” dropped in August. Charles D also drops some mean techno. He has a monthly radio show called “Synthesized” that comes out on the first Friday of every month. Episode 47 dropped out on Soundcloud earlier this month, and every moment is mesmerizing.
Foreign Family Presents: Golden Features – Sept. 17th
Foreign Family is an independent record label founded by Odesza. They are bringing the Australian legend Golden Features to Temple on September 17th. Besides donning a Golden mask when he performs, Golden Features is known for dropping golden beats! He’s played at many festivals and co-produced an album with Odesza called Bronson. His recent song “Touch” featuring Rromarian, dropped earlier this year and is phenomenal.
Hannes Bieger (Live) by Afterhours Anonymous – Sept. 18th
Afterhours Anonymous is a local event group specializing in unforgettable events, and they are hosting Hannes Bieger at Temple on September 18th. Known for his melodic techno, Hannes Bieger is going to throw it down! He released his song “Black Tourmaline” last year, and it’s a banger!
EDDIE – September 22nd
Bringing the heat from down under, Australian dance music producer EDDIE is performing on September 22nd. EDDIE is another music industry pro, performing at many festivals and touring with Deadmau5. Signed to Mau5trap, EDDIE keeps releasing banger after banger. Most recently, his song, “Guiding Light” featuring Voicians dropped earlier this year, and it brings the electro house heat.
Color of Fashion – September 23rd
Temple will transform into a black-tie garden party on the 23rd. This is sure to be an elegant extravaganza that is held by Denver’s elite designers who are showcasing their new designs. With designs from Menez to Society, Art of Hannah Jane, Alejandro Gaeta, and accessories by Nelly Bernal, this is one fancy event you absolutely cannot miss!
Max Styler – September 29th
Wrapping up the September lineup, Max Styler is taking the stage on the 29th. Max Styler from Nevada knows how to ensure the party never stops. He has played tons of huge shows and festivals, including Tomorrowland. Lastly, he has also partnered with the PGA to make music. His remix of the LCD Soundsystem song, “I Can Change,” is the perfect song to end your summer!
Wrap Up
The party never ends at Temple! If you want to get tickets or learn more about the events happening in September, visit their website.
