The Other Black Archives

First Ever 303 Music Fest with CITRA, Eldren and Other Black

Posted on June 12, 2018
by Aimee

It's apparent I love local music, so, of course, I loved the first ever 303 Music Fest from 303 Magazine - which celebrated our local Denver scene. Sure, just as is true of any first-time event, there were some snags, like the whole thing kicking…

Underground Music Showcase (UMS) 2015: Photos Day 1 + 2

Posted on August 24, 2015
by Aimee

Every year the Denver Post throws a huge music party on South Broadway called the Underground Music Festival (UMS), and it takes almost a month to recover. 400+ bands, mostly local, at 20+ venues is probably more than a "party" - but when you see…

SF1 and Diversity in the Denver Music Scene

Posted on October 4, 2014
by Aimee

Recently my friend and Open Air DJ Alisha Sweeney had a great piece on NPR's Here & Now about the Denver music scene. She talked about one of my favorite chameleons, Nate Rateliff, who performs in variations of his own projects that are rock, folk,…