Shakey Graves To Play Secret Show This Saturday...

August 25, 2016

Shakey Graves took to social media to announce he will be playing a secret show in our fair city. While he didn't give specifics, our sources tell us it will be part of the Budweiser event taking place downtown. The event free and they are even throwing in a $15 Uber credit. See you there.

Hello Denver! We’ve got something BIG headed your way! Join us Saturday, August 27th at 17th and Lawrence from 4-10pm for an undisclosed lineup of All-American Awesome, with multiple stages hosting top local acts from rock and roll to bluegrass—and one big, bad headlining band that we know the people of Denver love. Admission is FREE, and we'll be serving up discounted Buds all day long, with 100% of the proceeds going to Folds of Honor, an amazing organization providing scholarships to the children of fallen or wounded American soldiers. And to make sure you get home safely, use the code BUDAMERICA to get $15 off your first Uber ride.

It's time for the Not-So-Secret Summer Music Bash...and the whole city is invited!

Music | Shakey Graves at The Ogden Theatre | October 23/24, 2015

October 28, 2015

Austin native Shakey Graves (Alejandro Rose-Garcia) was in town this past weekend and his presence was heard loud and clear! We've been following this guy for a few years now and we are happy to see how far he's come. We caught him last year at the Telluride Blues and Brews Festival and even spotted him at the SXSW Festival back in march. This time he sold out the Ogden two nights in a row - it's clear we're not the only folks in Denver enjoying his music. We didn't make it to the Friday show because we were at Lost Lake to see The Velveteers and Dragondeer, but to our surprise, Rose-Garcia stopped by Lost Lake late night for an exclusive little DJ set, even sporting a Star Trek uniform. Priceless!

Colfax was buzzing on Saturday night and we were excited to see what Rose-Garcia had in store for us. Normally a solo act with just a guitar and his iconic suitcase drum kit, this time around he had a full band joining him on stage. The show was amazing! Song after song, he had the whole crowd cheering and singing along. He played an interesting array of tracks going back and forth in tempo. We particularly enjoyed the songs "Chinatown", "Bully's Lament", "Friends and Genus", "Hard Wired", and his new hit single "Dearly Departed", which features Colorado native Esmé Patterson. His unmistakable raspy voice and street artist vibe makes him one of our favorite musicians to cover, and we were so thrilled to get to meet him. Word has it that he's going to hole himself up this winter in order to work on a new album for next year. We can't wait!

-Andrew Rios

2014's Best Venue | Lost Lake Lounge

December 29, 2014

BROODS playing Lost Lake Lounge. Photo Credit: Robert Castro

It’s hard to pick just one venue that really stood out during 2014 because there are many. From the behemoth that is Red Rocks to the smaller venues like Larimer Lounge, we are in no short supply of amazing spots to see concerts. But, one venue in particular stood out to us as a haven for secret shows and intimate evenings. Enter: Lost Lake Lounge.

When Larimer Lounge owner and AEG talent buyer Scott Campbell was passed the torch by Matt LaBarge this year, people were skeptic that the authenticity of the dive bar would be lost. That the dank, rustic vibe would soon transform into another cookie-cutter LoDo bro hangout. But have no fear, Campbell was on the same page and only revamped the venue with a new stage and sound system. Thus, keeping the grungy, divey decor but adding in some necessary new speakers.

The remodel has attracted many artists to pop over after shows at The Bluebird for a wonderfully drunk post show performance. But better yet, the venue has prompted many artists to engage in acoustic sets on off days during tours. The lucky 75 or so people that can cram into the backroom have seen some of the best shows this year. There’s nothing that compares to seeing musicians, like Devotchka who can sell out Red Rocks Amphitheater, play an acoustic set to 75, maybe 100 people. Nothing like it. It is akin to catching a pop-up show or home show with your favorite artist. At Lost Lake Lounge, you feel like you’ve been gifted some type of insider information that less than 1% of the population knows. Because, how else would you be in a room the size of a living room listening to BROODS play?

Our top acts at Lost Lake Lounge this year were: Young & Sick, BROODS, Shakey Graves post show party, Roadkill Ghost Choir, Of Montreal, Devotchka, Deer Tick, Mickey Avalon, Mansions on the Moon and Lord Huron.

If you have yet to check out this local watering hole, we suggest grabbing their signature Lost Lake Beer (like Rolling Rock but better) and seeing a show. You never know who may show up…