MUSICMARAUDERS

Words by Brad Yeakel ( Opti Mystic Outlooks ) Fort Collins-based music collective, Eufórquestra have been a regular act in the Front Range for a hot minute. I have enjoyed them on multiple occasions, usually in supporting roles. When they really got my attention was when they announced that one of my favorite musicians was producing their new album. Kyle Hollingsworth of the String Cheese Incident has entertained me to no end, and I knew that if he had signed on to produce the album, it was probably going to be good. That wasn't all that long ago, but sure enough, the band has completed the album which was released March 25th. The title of the first track, "The Price is Right," intrigued me. With visions of Bob Barker crowding my head, the drums immediately set the tone for a funky cut. A super clean guitar dropped in with all the bounce of a Plinko chip. When the horns came in, the familiar Front Range funk emerged and I heard shades of Colorado's dance party ...

The Boulder Theater Boulder, Colorado Words & Photos By Nicholas Stock Audio by scottsch Mike Gordon has long been the odd duck in the realm of Phishdom. His special management of the eccentric and love for the absurd has fueled various performances with Phish since their inception. The Mike Gordon Band lacks the restraint and possible filtration Trey, Page, and Fish bring to the table. What we are left with is a cross between an avant-garde live art performance and a rock show put on by some of the best musicians living on the east coast. The lineup is a veritable who’s who of the Northeast’s improvisational music scene. Mike is flanked by long time collaborator Scott Murawski who joined Conneticut’s Max Creek in the early 70’s at the tender age of just fifteen. Tom Cleary (not to be confused with Jon Cleary) is a faculty member at the University of Vermont and regularly plays with the group Jazzismo. Craig Meyers who recently left Rubblebucket to focus on other project...

Hodi’s Half Note Fort Collins, Colorado Words, Photos & Video By Nicholas Stock What happens when a side project ceases to be a side project? The departure of Vince Herman for points west and a full commitment to Leftover Salmon created this exact conundrum. Once an outlet for his free time he now has none. After some soul-searching the remaining members of the band decided this train was just not ready to pull into the station. After a short break and the addition of Taylor Sims, who is best known as a member of Spring Creek and most recently Bonnie and the Clydes, Great American Taxi is back in full force. With Conspirator playing down the street the crowd consisted primarily of old fans and others who thought they were seeing Vince. Up first was Whiskey Tango who has been playing up in Northern Colorado a bit more often as of late. They opened with “Tree Hugger.” Set One: Tree Hugger, Earl, Pulse, Fate Is Fickle, Crystalline Dream> I Know You Rider, Annalisa, We ...

The Fox Theatre Boulder, CO Join us on Saturday March 22nd at The Fox Theatre in Boulder, CO for MusicMarauders Presents: The Everyone Orchestra feat. Eddie Roberts (The New Mastersounds), Jans Ingber (The Motet), Reed Mathis (Tea Leaf Green), John Kalecik (Furthur), Trevor Garrod (Tea Leaf Green), Jeremy Salken (Big Gigantic), Jennifer Hartswick (Trey Anastasio Band) & Bridget Law (Elephant Revival)! Doors: 8:30 PM Show: 9:00 PM All Ages $20 ADV/$23 DOS + $2 For Under 21 Tickets Purchase Tickets: www.foxtheatre.frontgatetickets.com www.foxtheatre.com www.everyoneorchestra.com

Boulder Theater Boulder, CO Photos & Words By Kevin Hahn ( Split Open & Shoot ) The word "legend" does not get thrown around too often. Personally, when I hear the word in reference to the music industry acts such as The Beatles, The Grateful Dead and Eric Clapton come quickly to mind. But when you narrow down the idea of whom is a legend, and apply it to the bluegrass genre, David Grisman certainly needs to be at the top of every list. From his work with “Old and In the Way” to the ridiculous recordings with Jerry Garcia and Tony Rice known as the “Pizza Tapes,” Grisman has set himself apart with these unique collaborations and outrageous skills on the mandolin. Known as the “Dawg,” Grisman has toured the country relentlessly for the past 30 years bringing some good ole bluegrass joy to those who are lucky enough to attend one of his shows. This past Friday night at the Boulder Theater I was fortunate enough to attend the “David Grisman Folk Jazz Trio” sho...

Harry A. Nottingham Park Avon, Colorado Words, Photos & Video By Nicholas Stock Additional Video By Evenstev Audio By Rob O’Brien & Matt Nida Friday February 21st, 2014: In only their second year, Winter Wonder Grass announced a top tier bluegrass lineup that would end in three sell out nights. The festival moved from their original location on the grounds of the Crazy Horse Brewery in Edwards, to the much more accommodating Harry A. Nottingham Park in Avon. Fans who made the inaugural event said that wind and the proximity to the highway were distractions to the otherwise awesome show. This year the layout was perfect for an audience that featured equal parts locals and out-of-towners. The lineup was beefed up as well with the inclusion of Colorado heroes Leftover Salmon and the heavily anticipated set from Nicki Bluhm and The Gramblers. Our trip had a dual purpose; we were here for the music, but also to celebrate my wife’s birthday. We arrived in the Vail Valley an...

The Fox Theatre Boulder, CO Join us on Saturday March 15th at The Fox Theatre for MusicMarauders Presents: Conspirator with DYNOHUNTER and Astro Trio! Doors: 08:30 PM Show: 09:00 PM All Ages $17.00 ADV / $20.00 DOS Purchase your tickets at www.foxtheatre.frontgatetickets.com www.conspiratorband.com www.foxtheatre.com )

The Fox Theatre Boulder, CO Join us on Thursday March 13th at The Fox Theatre in Boulder, CO for MusicMarauders Presents: Toubab Krewe and Genetics! Doors: 08:30 PM Show: 09:00 PM All Ages $13.00 ADV / $16.00 DOS Purchase Ticket at www.foxtheatre.frontgatetickets.com www.toubabkrewe.com www.geneticsmusic.com www.foxtheatre.com

Boulder Theater Boulder, CO Join us on Friday March 7th at The Boulder Theater in Boulder, CO for MusicMarauders Presents: David Grisman's Folk Trio! Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 8:00 PM All Ages Purchase Tickets Here: www.bouldertheater.frontgatesolutions.com www.davidgrisman.com www.bouldertheater.com

Aggie Theatre Fort Collins, CO Words & Photos By Nicholas Stock Audio by Gerry Gladu Night One: Knee deep in their “Ski Tour,” The Infamous Stringdusters parked themselves in Fort Collins for a pair of shows far away from any panic-inducing gondolas. They brought along The Deadly Gentlemen who initially gained attention as the band with David Grisman’s progeny on bass. However, Sam Grisman has recently departed the group passing his spot on to Adam Chaffins. Unfortunately, due to my tardiness and a ridiculous line, I entered as they were finishing. As I walked inside, I was greeted by a six foot chain link fence separating the bar area from the rest of the Aggie. I had heard some distant rumors, but little could prepare me for what I witnessed. Due to some overzealous police work in Fort Collins and pressure from the city this was the answer to a question I can’t fathom. Regardless the end result was mayhem for this sold-out show. Fans were ass to elbow in the ‘Cage’ as ...