Tag: rock
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Three nights, three stars: Ford Amphitheater offers a week of performances
When someone asks, “What kind of music do you like,” does your answer claim you listen to everything? Well if that’s true, and your playlist jumps from classic rock to bluegrass to contemporary Christian music, this might be your busiest week of the summer. Three award-winning artists spanning decades and genres are taking over Ford…
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Steve Earle’s blend of rock and country set for show at Phil Long Music Hall in Colorado Springs
By Bill FormanLast Word Features Two weeks before embarking on last year’s “50 years of Songs and Stories” tour, Steve Earle was performing at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry. After finishing a song, country star Vince Gill unexpectedly walked on stage and presented Earle with a Grand Ole Opry 100th anniversary guitar strap. It was a…
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Jazz, rock and country music fill Colorado stages this week
DOTSERO: A Colorado original band, Dotsero will bring its high-energy blend of jazz, funk and instrumental groove to Stargazers Theatre for an evening of smooth and dance-ready music. The internationally touring group is known for saxophone-driven melodies that have made it a longtime name in contemporary jazz. 7 p.m. Friday, 10 S. Parkside Drive, $23;…
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Mix of country, rock and kid’s concerts means music for everyone
SAVE FERRIS: Southern California ska-punk veteran Save Ferris brings the “It Means Everything” 29th anniversary tour to The Black Sheep, performing songs from the band’s breakout debut album alongside fan favorites from its nearly three-decade-long career, 8 p.m., Saturday, 2106 E. Platte Ave., $31.14; blacksheeprocks.com. SUMMER ADVENTURE CELEBRATION: Families can celebrate the Pikes Peak Library…
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O.A.R. ready to rock with show at Ford Amphitheater
By L. Kent WolgamottLast Word Features Chris Culos was reviewing a list of 40-plus songs that O.A.R. was preparing to play as the hard-touring Maryland rock band set to embark on another run of shows. That list included hits such as “Lay Down,” “Shattered (Turn The Car Around)” and “Love and Memories”; a few of the…
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From a capella alternative rock to folk and funk: Live music around the Springs
THE LITTLE MERCIES: Award-winning trio The Little Mercies will bring a blend of old-time roots and modern songwriting to Lulu’s at 8 p.m. Sunday. The all-female show features rich fiddle work and original songs. The group, known for weaving traditional folk with an energetic sound, is joined by singers Xanthe Alexis and Altarviolet; 32 S.…
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Classic rock, jazz and orchestra favorites hit Colorado Springs this weekend
JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER PRESENTS: GREAT AMERICAN CROONERS: Benny Benack III, Robbie Lee and Shenel Johns lend their smooth vocals to classics made famous by Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett and Bobby Darin, backed by a four-piece band. 7 p.m. Saturday, Ent Center for the Arts, 5225 N. Nevada Ave., $35-$75; entcenterforthearts.org. AC/DC VS OZZY: A…
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Packed schedule of music in Colorado Springs includes AC/DC and Led Zeppelin tributes plus local musicians
MONSTERS OF ROCK: Classic rock takes over as this tribute brings together the music of AC/DC, Mötley Crüe, Van Halen and Led Zeppelin. LIVE WIRE channels the raw power and thunderous sound of AC/DC, while Kickstart My Heart delivers the metal attitude of Mötley Crüe. Van Zeppelin rounds out the lineup; 6 p.m. Saturday, Phil…
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band Chicago set for show in Colorado Springs
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Averaging 80 to 100 shows each year, Chicago is out supporting the recently released “Chicago at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington D.C. (9/ 16/71),” a four-LP/three-CD set encompassing that historic gig. And while that show occurred 54 years ago, it…
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WATCH: Rock blasting underway in I-70 Floyd Hill project
In an effort to improve sight lines, straighten roadway curves and alleviate traffic in a notorious stretch of I-70 corridor, CDOT is blasting into nearby mountains. The blasting process requires careful coordination with roads crews temporarily shutting down the freeway and first responders to ensure no ambulances may need to pass during a shutdown.