Category: News & Notes

The Colorado Sound S8 EP20 May 2014

Well, the first interview for the upcoming new podcast is in the books.  What a blast to personally meet Dave Glasser outside the office.  I’m ve107xry excited now to get this new feature going.  Next up – Eddie Turner.

Just got hipped to this … a new LOCAL MUSIC show has emerged in Denver, at a fairly new sounding radio station, Project 107X, and it perfectly fills one of the last remaining niches – hard rock / metal / punk  / alternative.  A guy I’ve know since 2001, Romero (S.I.C.K, Drug Under), is the host of this new Sunday night Colorado music show.

This being the home Uncle Nasty landed in, Romero, a friend of the Horse frontman (and former BPI afternoon driver), is the perfect host for this look into Denver’s LOUD side.  Romero’s bands were regulars on Uncle Nasty’s shows on BPI over the years.  I was good to hear him on the air this weekend.

Cool too cuz I got introduced to a new national touring act out of Denver that I’m sure we’ll be hearing more of on The Colorado Sound and elsewhere … check out Jesse R.S.

Hit up Project 107X at 10PM on Sunday nights.  KBCO and KTCL both also have Colorado music shows on at 10PM … Bravo you guys.  It’s about time.

chrisk emcee nwf 2011So one of the many questions I get asked is what it is I do.  Besides doing the radio show, the Live365 station, handling the blog, and mailing out packages for bands etc, I do foh sound, and am an emcee for many shows … so this year, I thought I’d begin chronicling some of the shows I work.

I hope you enjoy these quick goat’s eye views of the world I live in and I hope to see you at a show sometime soon.  See below for some upcoming events.

New music shares this week from Archive Nights and DubKor, and the Hollyfelds with the Colorado Symphony, produced by Audiovore, gets the nod for Video Pick of the Week.

Live from Oskar Blues in Longmont and Lyons

Lionel Young has a new album done, and ready to drop.
I expect to get it  for next week’s show.

Ethyl & the Regulars has new members, and a revamped sound.
Founding member / bassist Donnie Jerome says,
“We gotta get in the studio.”  2015 drop Donnie?

The Colorado Sound OnStage

June 2014

Chris emcee 2013ONSTAGE and PRESENT for
Bohemian Nights Presents Thursday Night Live
When:  Thursday Nights @ 7PM beginning June 5
Where: Old Town Square Fort Collins 

Join me as I introduce some of the absolute BEST regional Colorado bands, handpicked, invited, and presented by Bohemian Nights.  We’ll announce the lineup in next week’s post.

downtown fort collinsDowntown Fort Collins Presents
The 25th Annual Colorado Brewers Festival
Saturday June 28-29th, 12PM-5PM
Information HERE
featuring:  Dubskin, White Water Ramble, James & the Devil, Calder’s Revolvers, Glitta Kings, the 14ers, the Jekylls, Toad In the Hole … and that’s just on ONE stage … the Wilderness Stage has Marty Jones, Tyler Grant & Friends, Big Wheels (a slice of Ethyl & the Regulars), and Rich with Friends.  What a weekend!

July 2014   

mishThe Colorado Sound Presents Dead Floyd playing THE DARK SIDE OF THE MISH on Friday, JULY 18th at the Mishawaka Amphitheatre. Special guests include The Holler and others.

Also check out the calendar for other great shows at the Mish.  A truly unique and special Colorado music venue.  There’s nothing else quite like it anywhere else.

The Colorado Sound Presents a new podcast feature (title TBD) with David Glasser (Airshow Mastering, NARAS), Chris Daniels (Colorado Music Hall of Fame inductee), Liz Barnez (Bohemian Nights / NoCo Legacy Artist). Mark Bliesener (bandguru, Lyle Lovett, Big Head Todd & the Monsters), and Eddie Turner (Zephyr, Otis Taylor Band) … like you’ve never heard them.

20 Minutes.  Personal.  Intimate.  No boundaries.  No limits …

VIDEO PICK of the WEEK

PLAYLIST S8 EP20 May 2014

(D) = debut of new album, ep, or single release
(N) = new cut from previously debuted ep or album release

The Samples “Close to the Fires” from Samples (1990)
The Samples “The Whole World Can Sing” from America (2014)
Drew Emmitt “Take the Long Way Home” from Long Road (2008)
(D) Archive Nights “Riddles” from Rabbit Hole of the Gentry (2012) Five Iron Frenzy “Into Your Veins” from Engine of a Million Plots (2013)
Dianne Reeves “Feels So Good” from Beautiful Life (2014)
(N) Kate LeRoux “Doing It All For Love” from Phoenix (2014)
Great American Taxi “Radiation Blues” from Paradise Lost (2011)
Jeff Finlin “What’s the Big Idea” from Ballad Of A Plain Man (2008)
Rachel and the Ruckus “Leave You Light On” from Rachel and the Ruckus (2014)
Wendy Woo “Surprise Me” from Gonna Wear Red (2002)
Ninth + Lincoln Orchestra “Your Cent” from Ninth & Lincoln (2008)
The Motet “The Lesson” from Play (2000)
The Motet “123” from The Motet (2014)
Electric Swingset “Inebriated Witchdoctor” from Inebriated Witchdoctor (1996)
Tallgrass “Old Town” from Better Than Medicine (2014)
(D) AdrienneO “Just Happened” from Lines EP (2014)
Chemistry Club “Navigator” from Navigator (2013)
(D) DubKor “Little Love Story” from Rastaman Riding (2012)  Devotchka “The Enemy Guns” from How It Ends (2004)
(N) Bonnie and The Clydes “Song for You” from Music For People (2014)
Big Head Todd & The Monsters “Runaway Train” from Riveria (1998)
Aakash Mittal Quartet “Monsoon Blues” from Ocean (featuring Ron Miles) (2013)

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HEY – Whatcha Doing this Weekend?

lets-party-mdWhat are you doing this weekend?  The Colorado Sound presents one event on Saturday, and I’m on an industry panel with some friends on Sunday.

Also, don’t forget – The Colorado Sound airs Saturday night 8PM-10PM on 88.9FM KRFC and then on Sunday morning from 8AM-10AM on the NEW Radio 94.9 … both stations available over the air in Northern Colorado … and both available via streaming for folks outside of range of terrestrial radio.

Rachel & the Kings
Rachel & the Kings

New music coming this week from Rachel & the Kings, Grant Farm, Kate LeRoux, American Blackout, Josh Blackburn … and a “new” classic – originally released in 1988, and remastered in 2005 – Billy Ryan & Black Irish on this week’s show.

Speaking of Radio 94.9 … I got an email from program director Doc Jarnigan yesterday that made me smile. In it he says, “I have increased spins on our local music. We’re playing one an hour with about 13 songs in rotation. The last batch you gave us was solid enough to increase rotations.”  Hit up the Locals Lounge also …  

Saturday

Mish Logo JPGThe Colorado Sound Presents Head for the Hills with guests Grant Farm & Gipsy Moon, at the Mishawaka on May 17.  Tickets at www.themishawaka.com Check out this performance from H4TH at the Mish in 2012 ….

 

SUNDAY

COMBO’S MAY 18th MEETING
“BATTLE OF THE BANDS: COVERS v. ORIGINALS”

Sunday, May 18th
7PM-9PM
Breckenridge Brewery (Ballpark Pub)
2222 Blake Street (catty-corner from Coors Field).
Street parking is free on Sundays.

Guest Speakers:  Andy Ard (solo and P.J. Zahn), Danny Martinez, Jr. (Caught in the Act, Guild of Ages, Five13), Doug Garvey (singer/songwriter/guitarist), Chris K. (Rocky Mountain Music Network / The Colorado Sound).

They will tell you what led them down their paths, the whys or why nots of “covers” or “originals”, and the long-term results.

Info at http://www.coloradomusic.org/

HELP WANTED: Arts Reporter / Assistant Editor – Colorado Public Radio

helpwanted02Colorado Public Radio seeks an experienced Arts Reporter/Assistant Editor with a solid journalism background to join its Arts Bureau.

 The Arts Reporter/Assistant Editor  covers all aspects of Colorado’s arts and culture communities and produces content for radio and the online arts hub (text, video, social media, still images etc).

As a member of the CPR Arts Bureau, this individual will deliver work across all three of CPR’s programming services — News, Classical, and OpenAir.

The position also entails assisting the Arts Editor with editing web- and audio-based content.

Work includes producing in-depth feature stories, blog posts, social media feeds, and live events about culture-related happenings, trends, issues, and ideas.

The goal is to give people a deep understanding of the broad range of arts news, issues and activities around the state.

Core responsibilities: 

Research, write, report, edit, and voice a wide variety of stories and series for the weekly arts show morning and afternoon news magazines, and, occasionally, CPR’s interview program Colorado Matters.

Work with the digital news team on re-purposing existing content for the online arts hub.

Collaborate with the Arts Editor and news department on optimal placement of material, i.e. weekly arts show, news magazines, newscasts, and Colorado Matters.

Provide regular short features on arts stories and on CPR’s two music services.

Help produce live events related to beat issues, and work as needed with regional partners and other resources to develop content in the subject area.

Share copy editing responsibilities with the Arts Editor, and potentially fill-in hosting duties on air.

Consult with arts contributors and cultivates sources broadly in the arts community for story ideas and contacts.

Participate in all assigned fund-raising and outreach activities, on air and off.

Education & Experience Requirements:

Minimum 5 years public radio news experience including a strong understanding of public radio news values and ethics as well as good news judgment.

Demonstrable passion for arts journalism, possess strong interpersonal skills with a team orientation and have the ability to work independently and interdependently to achieve goals.

Understanding of the national and international arts landscape and the role that the arts play in people’s lives.

Good organizational skills are a must along with the ability to create lively, in-depth stories for different media (radio, online, live space etc).

Proficiency with juggling several projects and deadlines at once, attention to detail, meet deadlines and work productively and efficiently in a team environment.

Excellent written and oral communications skills (including on-air).

Strong interest in cultural journalism; solid journalism credentials and impeccable ethical standards.

Ability to tell stories and communicate information across multimedia platforms.

Proven editorial skill set, including writing and editing for broadcast and online.

Ability to work accurately and gracefully under pressure.

Clear communication skills; can work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Application Requirements:

Please send cover letter, resume, four work samples — two written arts features for web or print plus two arts-oriented audio pieces for radio or podcast —  plus three professional references to hr@cpr.org, with Arts Reporter/Assistant Editor in the subject line. Competitive salary and benefits. This position is based in Denver, Colorado. No phone calls or drop-ins please. Colorado Public Radio is an equal opportunity employer and encourages workplace diversity.

About this company

Colorado Public Radio is the state’s only 24/7 statewide radio network, providing 24-hour, in-depth news and classical music to people who want to be informed, enlightened and entertained. As a community-driven institution, CPR promotes programs focused on thoughtful conversations and appreciation of the arts.
CPR News helps make sense of today’s constantly changing world. It’s your source for information and entertainment, including the best of NPR and the BBC, and in-depth coverage of state issues on Colorado Matters.
CPR Classical Music is an oasis of calm in today’s hectic world. It’s your source for inspiration, reaching back through 500 years to present the greatest music and the finest performances. Connect with Colorado’s vibrant classical music community on Colorado Spotlight.

Colorado Public Radio is committed to bringing weekly-listeners credible, comprehensive and insightful local news coverage, as well as class classical music and cultural perspectives. More than 90 percent of Colorado Public Radio’s funds come from the private support of listeners, businesses and foundations who are equally committed to the organization’s mission.