April 25 – 27
FRIDAY 4/25
What: The Flobots
Where: The Fox Theatre http://www.foxtheatre.com
Doors/Show: 8:30 p.m./ 9 p.m.
Ages: All ages
Price: Sold Out
Hip hop gains new perspective with intellectual, visual lyrics from local band The Flobots. Classically trained trumpet and violin add flair to the common beats, and lyrics insight change and action.
What: Microbreweries for the Environment
Where: Boulder Theater http://www.bouldertheater.com
Doors/Show: 8 p.m./ 8:30 p.m.
Ages: 21 and up
Price: $21.00
Twenty Colorado breweries are coming together to raise money for the environment. Enjoy pints for $2.00, bluegrass music, and the bragging rights to save the environment by having a drink.
SATURDAY 4/26
What: Colin Meloy
Where: The Fox Theatre
Doors/ Show: 8:30 p.m./ 9 p.m.
Ages: All ages
Price: $20.00
Front man of the Decemberists Colin Meloy is going solo to showcase some new songs and old favorites. Touring for his solo album and recent book, this is a must-see for dedicated Decemberists fans, or for those wanting some gothic flavor to their usual indie rock.
What: Medeski, Martin, and Wood
Where: CU Balch Fieldhouse
Doors/ Show: 6 p.m./ 6:30 p.m.
Ages: All ages
Price: $12.00 for students, $17 for general public
A trio known for jazz improvisation, hip hop beats, and folksy blues, Medeski, Martin, and Wood have been compared to the Grateful Dead in talent and showmanship. They are touring for their album “Out Louder” on their own label.
SUNDAY 4/27
What: Cunninlynguists
Where:Fox Theatre
Doors/ Show: 8 p.m./ 8:30 p.m.
Ages: All ages
Price: $22.50
Cunninlynguists utilize a broad range of sound and style to create truly unique hip hop. No where else will blues, polka, and hip hop share a stage quite like this. The band had toured with Kanye West and has been compared to Atmosphere in likeness04.
