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The 1up - Colfax Denver, CO Join us on Friday, July 31 for Jen Hartswick Super Jam feat. Natalie Cressman (Trey Anastasio Band), Kris Myers (Umphrey's McGee), Adam Smirnoff (Lettuce), Eric Bloom (Lettuce), Steve Watkins (Allen Stone) & Dezron Douglas (Black Lion) at The 1up - Colfax in Denver, CO! Tickets are available at www.the-1up.com/listing ! www.jenhartswick.com

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The 1up - Colfax Denver, CO Join us on Friday July 24 and Saturday July 25 for Marco Benevento at The 1up - Colfax in Denver, CO! Support includes Garrett Sayers Trio (Friday) and Jaden Carlson Band (Saturday)! Purchase Friday Tickets Here: www.tinyurl.com/p727oo8 Purchase Saturday Tickets Here: www.tinyurl.com/qbz7xel www.marcobenevento.com

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Words By Brad Yeakel ( Opti Mystic Outlooks ) Once I got past the name of the album, I dove into the first track, “INS” which featured Pete Wall on saxophone, and Lotus’ percussionist Chuck Morris. The dreamy funk was eclectic but had shades of various other artists from Moe to the Ozric Tentacles. There was also a brief musical nod to “Inspector Gadget.” “Whale Song” continued the trend towards progressive instrumental funktronica grooves and amped up the energy. I really enjoyed the energy and vibe of the song. “RED” was a short tune with increasing reckless abandon. At first I thought I was heading for a Floyd-inspired tune, but as the beat kicked in, the tune had a far more aggressive element. It created a nice contrast to the next tune. “Osirus” featured Chris Pandolfi of the Infamous Stringdusters on banjo, and seemed to completely change the complexion of the album. The tune explored a folky soundscape with Olde World musical elements, though I couldn’t quite identify exact

Words & Photo By Nicholas Stock ( Fat Guerilla Productions ) Cornmeal has always been the little band that could. Hailing from Chicago, Cornmeal has been a working ensemble for fifteen years. Most fans are aware of the exodus of long time fiddler Allie Kral, but the real story is how this band has evolved in the intervening years. Personally I’ve been a fan going all the way back to the second Summer Camp Music Festival. Through lineup changes and a relentless touring schedule, this band has persevered and emerged from uncertainty with a new album that details the journey quite elegantly. While Drew Littel on drums and Scott Tipping on guitar have had some time to settle in, Phil Roach has only been a full time member of Cornmeal since January. Wavy Dave on banjo and Chris Gangi on bass are the stalwart veterans that have continued to carry this musical torch since the beginning. Slow Street is the band’s first studio album in 9 years. The album features ten original tracks

Join us July 15 - 17 for Oteil Burbridge & Roosevelt Collier's All-Star Jam in Colorado! -Wednesday July 15 at Vail Bluegrass Summer Series All-Stars: Oteil, Roosevelt, Andy Thorn (Leftover Salmon), Rob Eaton (The Drunken Hearts) Jr. & Alwyn Robinson (Leftover Salmon) Tickets: No Cover *Special Latenight Super Jam at Shakedown Bar: www.tinyurl.com/qd83zuv -Thursday July 16 at The 1up - Colfax in Denver, CO All-Stars: Oteil, Rosie, Nigel Hall & Anthony Cole w/ Special Guests Tori Pater Band Tickets: www.tinyurl.com/ppmwogh -Friday July 17 at The 1up - Colfax in Denver, CO All-Stars: Oteil, Rosie, Nigel Hall & Anthony Cole w/ Special Guests Genetics Tickets: www.tinyurl.com/qhazfvc www.oteilburbridge.com www.rooseveltcollier.com