Tag: the black sheep
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Local rising musician Mayor Grey headlines at The Black Sheep
It was three years ago at the Wild Goose Meeting House, back when the doors were still open and the downtown coffee shop was still a gathering place for open-mic nights. Onstage, a 21-year-old singer was working his way through an original song. “I see a girl who writes but doesn’t show her face,” Mayor…
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Indie rocker Moon Walker coming to The Black Sheep for weekend performance
By Bill FormanLast Word Features Harry Springer, the creative force behind Moon Walker, is not like many artists who go viral on TikTok and are catapulted to success and fame. Granted, the platform did introduce the DIY artist to an ever-growing following that’s since led to five albums, including the newly released “Wasteland Country,” and…
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Lords of Acid lead singer ‘can’t help but be happy’ as tour comes to Black Sheep
By Bill FormanLast Word Features Carla Harvey first heard Lords of Acid years ago while dancing at City Club in her hometown of Detroit. The experience left a lasting impression. “Lords of Acid had this crazy sexual tension and a whole different kind of music I hadn’t experienced,” Harvey recalled in a mid-April interview. “Growing…
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Q&A with David Koechner: ‘The Office’ and ‘Anchorman’ star set for Colorado Springs show
A self-centered 1970s sports broadcaster in “Anchorman.” The obnoxious menace of a co-worker in “The Office.” And the chaotic, unpredictable uncle in “Hannah Montana.” Those are just a few of the larger-than-life personalities brought to the screen by actor and comedian David Koechner, who’s made a career out of playing the loudest character in the…
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Pioneering band brings ’45 Years of Ska’ tour to Colorado Springs
Ska, an energetic, high-tempo blend of Caribbean and calypso, with notes of American R&B and jazz, is a music genre that is best experienced live, according to Rosanna Taylor. “You can enjoy the music on a record, or on whatever streaming device you use,” said Taylor, marketing and box office manager of The Black Sheep.…
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Weekend things to do around Colorado Springs and beyond: Arts Uprise Festival, Wicked-A Drag Musical, MLK Jr. Day
THURSDAY-SUNDAY Some people carry protest signs or march about issues. Local creatives express their feelings in one-act plays and powerful song this weekend in Arts Uprise Festival at Millibo Art Theatre. A return of Arts Uprise Resistance Theatre and it could make you cheer or gasp, shake your head or do a major thumbs up.…
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Weekend things to do around Colorado Springs and beyond: Christmas Giveaway, Solstice, Bird Count, Ullr Fest
SATURDAY A 43-year local tradition started by well-known businessman Bob Telmosse after a prank advertisement led him to happily become Santa Bob, the Christmas Giveaway provides gifts for children during a difficult year. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday or until gifts run out, each child present receives a book, a stuffed animal, a…
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Top concerts around Colorado Springs this December | Live music monthly
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Finish 2024 on a high note with these upcoming concerts in Colorado Springs. As Live Music Monthly wraps up, make sure to catch your final concerts before the new year arrives. From holiday themed shows to rock and rap, there’s something for every music lover…
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Top concerts around Colorado Springs this December | Live music monthly
Finish 2024 on a high note with these upcoming concerts in Colorado Springs. As Live Music Monthly wraps up, make sure to catch your final concerts before the new year arrives. From holiday themed shows to rock and rap, there’s something for every music lover this December. Before diving into the lineup, let’s catch up on…
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Top concerts around Colorado Springs this May | Live music monthly
With summer on the horizon, many local venues are starting to pack their lineups. Concerts allow for all ages unless otherwise noted. Click on artist names to buy tickets. The Lineup: Oxymorrons • Post Profit @ The Black Sheep | May 21 at 8 p.m. Drowning Pool • Saliva @ Sunshine Studios Live | May 23 at…