About Patrick Fort

Patrick Fort is a junior at the University of Colorado at Boulder. He is a majoring in both journalism (news and editorial writing) and communication. When he isn't working or studying, Patrick enjoys playing music with his friends, rock climbing or playing hockey. He also enjoys video games and will accept any Mariokart challenge. Contact CU Independent Entertainment Editor Patrick Fort at Patrick.fort@colorado.edu

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  The Milk Carton Kids to play Bluebird Theater

  May 1, 2013comments

  The Milk Carton Kids, a Los Angeles-based folk duo, will be playing the Bluebird Theater Thurday. The duo recently made a name for themselves after releasing their latest album, “The Ash and Clay,” on March 26. They’re back playing... read more »

   
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  Casey Crescenzo of The Dear Hunter talks to the CUI

  Apr 15, 2013comments

    The Dear Hunter is back with its latest effort, “Migrant.” Casey Crescenzo, lead singer and guitar player for the band, took time at a tour stop in St. Louis to talk to the CU Independent about the new record. Contact CU... read more »

   
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  CWA: Music that changed my life

  Apr 13, 2013comments

  Although attendance to the panel was low, the discussion about life changing music was inspiring. All four panelists had very different stories about their musical histories and where their passions came from. Check out each panelist’s... read more »

   
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  Sigur Ros create ambient atmosphere at 1stBank Center

  Apr 8, 2013comments

  To be totally honest, ambient music bores me. For the most part, there isn’t much to set the genre’s songs and bands apart. On Saturday night, though, Jon Birgisson and the rest of Sigur Ros brought their beautifully crafted songs to... read more »

   
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  What’s Up Weekly: Editor’s picks

  Mar 3, 2013comments

  If exams don’t have you busy enough, here are more things to do this week. Monday, March 4-7 CU rec center intramural sign-up Though none of you stand a chance against the CU Independent broomball team, be sure to sign up your intramural... read more »

   
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  Matt and Kim prepare for opening set at the 1st Bank Center

  Feb 28, 2013comments

  (Courtesy Caleb Kuhl/Right On PR) Power-pop duo Matt and Kim will be returning to Colorado this Friday as they open for Passion Pit at the 1st Bank Center.  The CU Independent took a few minutes to talk to Matt Johnson from Matt and Kim about... read more »

   
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  What’s up weekly: Editor’s picks

  Feb 18, 2013comments

  Mid-terms hitting you hard? Take a break and head out on the town. Monday, Feb. 18 ATLAS Speaker Series: How Open Source Software is Changing Technology ATLAS always manages to bring some of the best events to campus that no one has heard of.... read more »

   
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  Spotify playlists for your romantic or reclusive Valentine’s Day

  Feb 12, 2013comments

  Use this playlist to warm both you and your sweetie’s hearts while you wine and dine on Thursday. It begins with Ol’ Blue Eyes and winds forward to some of the most acclaimed music in recent years. It sucks to be alone this Thursday,... read more »

   
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  What’s Up Weekly – Editor’s Picks

  Jan 27, 2013comments

  Now that classes are in full swing, you might need some time to blow off some steam. Here is your guide to going out this week! MONDAY, JAN. 28 Poetry Night at the Laughing Goat Café, Pearl Street The Laughing Goat Café in the Norlin Library... read more »

   
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  Lockout Lament: An outsider’s take on the NHL lockout

  Jan 16, 2013comments

  The opinions represented in this article do not necessarily represent those of the staff of CUIndependent.com nor any of its sponsors. Remembering a break-up is a painful experience. There is, of course, trying to figure out who was to blame... read more »