The UMS Artist Spotlight: Down Time

If you like burritos, tacos, beer, or bourbon, then you already have four things in common with Denver-based Down Time. This indie rock trio, comprised of Alyssa Maunders, David Weaver and Justin Camilli, is ready to hit the UMS stage after the recent release of its first EP, “Good Luck!”. With jangly, desert riffs and a carefree attitude, Down Time is the perfect set to down that third beer to and get the party going--there’s a sugary sweetness to Maunders’ vocals that will take the edge off the exhaustion and beating sun. Notably, the band is on Denver’s very own local label, GROUPHUG, which bears other UMS bands such as Panther Martin and Super Bummer. Catch Down Time at The Hornet and maybe buy them a drink or three.

-Jocelyn Rockhold

Down Time

Saturday July 30th / The Hornet / 5:00-5:40

The UMS Artist Spotlight: Povi

Povi (Photo Credit: Sam Keller)

No longer a newcomer to the scene Povi has harnessed her musical ability to become one of the best things out of Denver in recent years. It seems like she is always pushing the envelope and putting out amazing music for us to vibe to. We have been following this sultry songstress for quite sometime now and are still in awe every time she touches anything, which is instantly turned into gold. Coming from the Red Bull Sound Select group of local artist (Sur Ellz, Crl Crrll) Povi has matured beyond her years with a more infectious pop sound that is bound to take over the world. Check out her most recent single "Only One" ft. A Meazy. You can catch her set at this years UMS.

Povi

Sunday July 30th / Hi Dive / 10:00-10:40

The UMS Artist Spotlight: The Still Tide

Our first UMS Artist Spotlight is The Still Tide. DO you ever listen to a song/band and are instantly  falling in love with their sound. We had a chance to see The Still Tide a few years ago and since then they have been one of our favorite bands in the Denver music scene. Originally from Brooklyn and now making Denver their home, the duo of Anna Morsett and Jake Miller have been winning fans over for a couple years now. We recently reviewed their most recent EP Run Out and   gave it the Ultra5280 stamp of approval. Catchy lyrics and masterful guitar play makes for a truly enjoyable listening experience that just makes you want to fill up that wine glass to the brim, kick your feet up and explore the true meaning of a complicated relationship. The band is set to play two shows during this years festival:

The Still Tide

Saturday July 29th / 3 Kings Tavern / 2:00-2:40 PM

Sunday July 30th / Main Stage / 4:30-5:10