The Motet: Love Time Tour
Animas City Theatre PresentsThe Motet: Love Time Tour Performing Two Sets – No Opening Bands Sunday January 12th 2025Doors 7:00pm / Show 8:00pm / 21+ Formed over two decades ago, the funk six-piece The Motet have learned to work as an interlocking unit, with each member bolstering one another towards the best creative output. This symbiosis has led to a unique style and cohesive musical chemistry, as seen in the band’s immaculate live performances and seamless blend of funk, soul, jazz, and rock. With a fervent fanbase in tow, The Motet have sold out shows across the nation, performed six headlining slots at Red Rocks and sets at festivals such as Bonnaroo, Bottlerock, Electric Forest, Bumbershoot, Summer Camp, and High Sierra. But even after their 20+ years of accolades and recognition, the legendary outfit – composed of Dave Watts (drums), Joey Porter (keys), Garrett Sayers (bass), Drew Sayers (keys and saxophone), Ryan Jalbert (guitar), and new singer Sarah Clarke – are still exploring new sonic ideas and finding new ways to showcase each other’s skill sets. The band released their 10th studio album, All Day, in January 2023 – an eclectic instrumental voyage threaded by the infectious grooves and immaculate, layered arrangements that The Motet have become known for. Now with vocal powerhouse Sarah Clarke in tow, the band continues their journey with their new song “Natural Light” and the promise of more to come. https://www.themotet.com https://open.spotify.com/artist/4nEUXGyTWXweCdfVf7f8zN https://www.facebook.com/THEMOTET https://www.instagram.com/themotet/ https://www.youtube.com/user/TheMotetColorado
Big Richard & Birds of Play – Night One
Animas City Theatre PresentsBig Richard & Birds of Play Night OneThursday January 16th 2025Single Night General Admission Pass $30 – Standing Dance Floor Access$80 Two Night VIP Balcony Access available at www.animascitytheatre.com (Limited to 60) TICKETS ARE NON-TRANSFERABLE FOR NIGHT TWO – PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE CORRECT NIGHT AT CHECKOUT. 21+ NO EXCEPTIONS The world-class musicians in Big Richard initially convened in 2021 for a festival date. The quartet showed up to the one-off like it had been together for years, bursting with jaw-dropping virtuosity; playfully irreverent stage banter; stunning four-part harmony vocal interlace; imaginative arrangements; a refreshingly eclectic repertoire; and a healthy dose of lady rage. Quickly things for the Colorado-based, neo-acoustic supergroup morphed into something way bigger than a one-and-done appearance. The sellout club shows, and the confirmed festival dates across America drastically changed its members’ lives. Now, Big Richard is poised to penetrate the Americana music world and beyond. To date, the quartet has issued 3 singles, the Live from Telluride album, and it has new music on the way. https://www.bigrichardband.com https://www.instagram.com/bigrichardband/https://www.facebook.com/bigrichardbandhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrmUhwPP6BymCNZfM329Yeg Birds of Play is an Americawna Roots quartet based in the San Juan Mountains of Southwestern Colorado. Their distinct sound is rooted in and inspired by their connection to the land in which they reside. The band features multi- instrumentalists and songwriters Alex Paul on Guitar, Mandolin, and Vocals; Jeanette Adams on Upright Bass; Anneke Dean on Violin, Guitar, and Vocals; and Jack Tolan on Guitar, Mandolin, and Vocals. Their arrangements and compositions reflect their vast and teaming pools of inspiration from artists such as Wood Brothers, Punch Brothers, Andrew Bird, Watchouse, and Gregory Alan Isakov. Birds of Play’s high-caliber musicianship and song craft are laced with imagination and a vibrant, intuitive understanding of the human condition – while their live shows weave together an intricate tapestry of place, authenticity, magic, and humor.
Big Richard – TWO NIGHT VIP BALCONY ACCESS
Animas City Theatre PresentsBig Richard – GIRL Dinner Tour – TWO NIGHT VIPThursday January 16th & Friday January 17th 2025$80 Two Night VIP (Limited to 60) Two Night VIP includes Balcony Access Special guest: Birds of Play – Night One Stillhouse String Band – Night Two 21+ NO EXCEPTIONS The world-class musicians in Big Richard initially convened in 2021 for a festival date. The quartet showed up to the one-off like it had been together for years, bursting with jaw-dropping virtuosity; playfully irreverent stage banter; stunning four-part harmony vocal interlace; imaginative arrangements; a refreshingly eclectic repertoire; and a healthy dose of lady rage. Quickly things for the Colorado-based, neo-acoustic supergroup morphed into something way bigger than a one-and-done appearance. The sellout club shows, and the confirmed festival dates across America drastically changed its members’ lives. Now, Big Richard is poised to penetrate the Americana music world and beyond. To date, the quartet has issued 3 singles, the Live from Telluride album, and it has new music on the way. https://www.bigrichardband.com https://www.instagram.com/bigrichardband/https://www.facebook.com/bigrichardbandhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrmUhwPP6BymCNZfM329Yeg
Big Richard & Stillhouse String Band – Night Two
Animas City Theatre PresentsBig Richard & Stillhouse String Band NIGHT TWOFriday January 17th 2025Single Night General Admission Pass $30 – Standing Dance Floor Access21+ NO EXCEPTIONS Non-Transferable to night ONE The world-class musicians in Big Richard initially convened in 2021 for a festival date. The quartet showed up to the one-off like it had been together for years, bursting with jaw-dropping virtuosity; playfully irreverent stage banter; stunning four-part harmony vocal interlace; imaginative arrangements; a refreshingly eclectic repertoire; and a healthy dose of lady rage. Quickly things for the Colorado-based, neo-acoustic supergroup morphed into something way bigger than a one-and-done appearance. The sellout club shows, and the confirmed festival dates across America drastically changed its members’ lives. Now, Big Richard is poised to penetrate the Americana music world and beyond. To date, the quartet has issued 3 singles, the Live from Telluride album, and it has new music on the way. The Still House String Band biography WINNERS OF THE 2024 TELLURIDE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL BAND CONTEST The Still House String Band is the up-and-coming progressive bluegrass band you need to check out. After playing for years as the “house band” for the Peach Street Distillery in Palisade Colorado they became “The Still House String Band.” This western slope band plays original songs that tell of modern love, heartbreak, and the scenery of the high Colorado desert that they call home. There is an indescribable pulse that can be felt through the subconscious manipulation of strings, rhythm, harmony, and lyrics that emanate from the band. A vibe that is born from years of connection with fellow festivarians and the high lonesome sounds of the past that echo through early morning sunshine over the Colorado River. The band recorded a series of original songs in the E-Town studio in Boulder in November and are planning their first studio release in the Spring. With the wind at their back and friends along the way, the sky’s the limit for this group of original performers. It’s a long way from here to over yonder, you should hitch a ride with The Still House String Band.
Armchair Boogie with Lavalanche
Armchair Boogie – December 4th Animas City Theatre – Durango, CO $22 / $25 / 21+ Tickets online and Animas Trading Company $1 service fee Cash Only Jamgrass, newgrass, funkgrass, whatever you want to call it— Armchair Boogie is rapidly becoming one of the country’s hottest acts. With an unbounded sound, this Wisconsin-based quartet is known for their powerful harmonies, timeless originals, and choice covers, along with unforgettable live performances. Listed as a “Must-See Roots Artists at Bourbon & Beyond” by The Bluegrass Situation who wrote, “We recently caught this jammy Wisconsin outfit at Earl Scruggs Music Festival, where they burnt down their late-night set.” Armchair Boogie is Augie Dougherty on banjo with Ben Majeska acoustic & electric guitars backed by tight, driving rhythms of Eli Frieders on electric bass and Denzel Connor on drums. This unconventional lineup enhances their lightning-fast bluegrass, allowing them to freelyventure into the realms of funk or country. A band on the verge, Armchair Boogie is excited to independently release their 4th studio recording, Hard Times & Deadlines, on March 15. Composing these songs around the beginning of the pandemic, Majeska and Dougherty—whosing lead on the respective songs they wrote—were experiencing the stresses of entering their late 20s. Majeska says “Life comes with highs and lows, and Hard Times & Deadlines captures the fleet of emotions that come with it. From broken hearts and fond memories. To broad horizons and he inevitable end of this human journey.” “Hard Times & Deadlines is a pretty literal explanation of what I felt life was turning into,” Dougherty says. “The fluffy part of college and party life was beginning to fade away and it seemed like it was time to put my head down and work. “Once the tunes were drafted, they werebrought to the whole band for collaboration. “This is where the tune truly becomes a Boogie song. Everyone adds their touch of creative input and we’re able to polish it up collectively pretty quickly,” explains Dougherty. www.armchairboogiemusic.com www.instagram.com/armchairboogieboys www.facebook.com/armchairboogieboys https://www.youtube.com/@armchairboogie4522
Magic Weens – Magic Beans perform the music of Ween with Cycles
Animas City Theatre PresentsMagic Weens – Magic Beans perform the music of Ween with CyclesFriday December 13th 2024$22 / $25 / 21+ Magic Beans are proud to partner with Backline’s Music Mental Health Fund for this tour, so for every ticket sold, $1 will be donated to provide music industry professionals the support they need. Tickets on sale now online & Animas Trading Company ($1 service fee Cash Only)Standing Room Only / Limited First Come First Serve Seating in the balconyMagic Beans have a passion for music that is as infectious as their songs, both of which have gained them national notoriety in a short time. The band honors the wide diaspora of American music by incorporating the flavors of funk, R’n’B, rock, soul, and even some country influence into a complete package that is noticeably their own. Their latest release, Unzipped, is an all instrumental tribute to lo-fi recording techniques, hip hop beat tapes, and 90’s neo-soul. Previous studio releases like, Slice of Life, showcase the bands’ depth of songwriting and composition as well as their knack for catchy lyrics. The Beans have extensively toured their analog dance music and neo-jam across the whole country, earning them an expansive fanbase. https://www.magicbeansmusic.comhttps://www.facebook.com/themagicbeanshttps://www.instagram.com/themagicbeanshttps://soundcloud.com/the-magic-beanshttps://open.spotify.com/artist/6v39xVS6Vpmnun982EF8XH?si=qAVbQQloRGuayM1h53UWUgCycles epitomize the power-trio format with ripping guitar, fat bass grooves played out through furious slapping, and viciously dynamic drum beats flowing over intricate tempo changes. The current incarnation of the ever-developing sound of Cycles reveals itself today as a speeding freight train of sound and rhythm. Screaming peaks and balanced grooves find their way out of the chaos of a jam while samples ripped from the likes of Madonna, Lil Nas X and many more ring out and grab the unsuspecting audience by surprise, adding to the multicolored blend of sound filling a room and often standing out as comedic elements of the show. Drawing influence from artists such as Rage Against the Machine, J. Dilla, Primus, Weather Report, and many more, Cycles fuse an eclectic blend of genres to produce an original sound that has become harder and harder to find. Although only a few years old, Cycles have over 350 shows under their belt with tours extending across the entire U.S. A heavy touring schedule keeps them on their toes while providing the inspiration to continue to write and always strive to play better. Look out for their name soon on a festival schedule in your hands or a club marquee playing with your favorite bands. https://www.cyclestheband.com
Magic Beans & Squeaky Feet
Animas City Theatre Presents Magic Beans & Squeaky Feet – NIGHT TWOSaturday December 14th 2024$22 / $25 / 21+ Magic Beans are proud to partner with Backline’s Music Mental Health Fund for this tour, so for every ticket sold, $1 will be donated to provide music industry professionals the support they need. Tickets on sale now online & Animas Trading Company ($1 service fee Cash Only)Standing Room Only / Limited First Come First Serve Seating in the balconyMagic Beans have a passion for music that is as infectious as their songs, both of which have gained them national notoriety in a short time. The band honors the wide diaspora of American music by incorporating the flavors of funk, R’n’B, rock, soul, and even some country influence into a complete package that is noticeably their own. Their latest release, Unzipped, is an all instrumental tribute to lo-fi recording techniques, hip hop beat tapes, and 90’s neo-soul. Previous studio releases like, Slice of Life, showcase the bands’ depth of songwriting and composition as well as their knack for catchy lyrics. The Beans have extensively toured their analog dance music and neo-jam across the whole country, earning them an expansive fanbase. https://www.magicbeansmusic.comhttps://www.facebook.com/themagicbeanshttps://www.instagram.com/themagicbeanshttps://soundcloud.com/the-magic-beanshttps://open.spotify.com/artist/6v39xVS6Vpmnun982EF8XH?si=qAVbQQloRGuayM1h53UWUgSqueaky Feet is a modern jam band known for their “prog-rock with a pocket”. The Denver, CO based quintet rewards listeners with full-flavor sonic marinade and consistently jaw-dropping performances. Guided by the 70’s prog-gods of improvisation, rock pioneers Squeaky Feet rip between dance/trance, progressive rock, and jazz fusion while beaming ahead to the future. The band delivers high-energy songs stacked with deep rhythm, triumphant solos, and exploratory improv taking listeners on a mind-altering journey through space-time while leaving live audiences in a state of amazement. Recent highlights include a double-night sell out with Dogs in a Pile at The Bluebird (Denver, CO), a sold-out show at Cervantes’ (Denver, CO), and the release of their debut record “Cause for Alarm” featuring Mark Lettieri of Snarky Puppy. Conceived within the walls of Berklee College of Music, its members relocated to Denver in 2018. Squeaky Feet’s exploratory nature and tasteful virtuosity has led the band to a rapidly growing fanbase across the world. Comprised of world-class musicians Colin Shore (guitar/vocals), Greg King (guitar), Jimmy Finnegan (bass/vocals), Brian Keller (keyboards/sax/flute/vocals), and Kevin D’Angelo (drums), it’s crystal clear Squeaky Feet has something to prove. https://www.squeakyfeetmusic.com/
John Craigie & Dana Ariel
Animas City Theatre PresentsJohn Craigie with Dana ArielThursday December 19th 2024Doors 7:00pm / Show 8:00pm21+ / $35 / $40SOLD OUT PLEASE DO PURCHASE TICKETS FROM THIRD PARTY WEBSITES Limited Seating in Balcony – Standing Room Only John Craigie has mastered the art of creating live shows that feel more like intimate conversations than performances. Infusing humor, wit, and poignant storytelling, his shows are a space where audience members feel like old friends. Whether he’s headlining solo or sharing the stage with longtime collaborators, Craigie’s ability to make his crowd laugh, reflect, and connect is second to none. As he prepares to release Greatest Hits… Just Kidding… Live – No Hits, his latest live album captures the warmth and spontaneity of these memorable nights. At this point, there have been quite a few good shows in the rearview… As a tried-and-true performer, he has regularly sold out solo tours in addition to hitting the road with the likes of Langhorne Slim, Brett Dennen, Mason Jennings, Bella White and Jack Johnson. He has picked up fans with sets at Newport Folk Festival, Pickathon, Edmonton Folk Festival, and High Sierra Music Festival. Including numerous European tours and his first Australian tour in spring of 2024 Moreover, his annual river trip on the Tuolumne River—just outside of Yosemite in California—has remained a hit with his audience, hosting one sellout after another. Giving back as much as possible, he notably launched the #KeepItWarm Tour during the holidays. By donating $1 from every ticket sale, this headline run has raised money for regional non-profits with the goal of fighting food insecurity. An avowed Beatles acolyte, he has performed acoustic renditions of the albums Abbey Road and Let It Be live in front of packed crowds and partnered with Record Store Day for limited-edition vinyl releases of those concerts.. Southwestern Colorado based artist Dana Ariel’s atmospheric vocals, folk guitar, and captivating storytelling demonstrate the young artists passion, capability, and gratitude to share her music with her audience. Although just one voice and one guitar, she brings an eclectic sound with her original songs; “Josephine” has an old-school soul feel; “Midnight Sun” has a festival-folk feel; and the title track to her debut album Wild Woman has both 21st century indie rock guts among a Motown vibe” (Bryant Liggett, the Durango Herald 2022). Ariel aspires to provide songs to help humans come together and connect over the magic and tragic of life. She spends her days either writing her next album ‘Bloom’ (set to release in 2025) or galavanting throughout the world and cannot wait for more musical experiences.
KYLE HOLLINGSWORTH BAND with Safety Meeting
The Animas City Theatre Presents Kyle Hollingsworth Band Special Guest Safety Meeting Thursday January 9th $28 / $30 / 21+ Tickets also available at Animas Trading Company ($1 Service Fee / Cash Only) Decades ago, Kyle Hollingsworth set out on a career in music. With a wealth of desire and an abundance of ability, Hollingsworth has established himself as a formidable and versatile music talent deftly able to contribute, collaborate, compose, and communicate on a number of levels and within a vast spectrum of musical environments. Today, as a member of acclaimed jam masters The String Cheese Incident, Hollingsworth is revered by both peers and fans for his ability to write and perform in a mosaic of styles, from rock to classical, ragtime to bebop. Playing in SCI has allowed him unrestricted access to the world of music, and has bestowed on him the kind of fearlessness a composer needs to flirt with such disparate genres. Those who’ve seen SCI know that they can jerk from funk to bluegrass on a chord change. “In the jam world, where there are no set ways of doing things, we’re not afraid to move in and out of genres,” he says, “and because of that I’ve learned to be creative, not only onstage but in the studio. I can get on board with something pretty quickly. You have to.” http://kylehollingsworth.com / https://www.instagram.com/kyle_on_keys / https://www.facebook.com/kylehollingsworthmusic https://www.youtube.com/@HollingsworthFilms / https://music.apple.com/us/artist/kyle-hollingsworth/5626732 / https://soundcloud.com/kyle-hollingsworth / https://open.spotify.com/artist/0fzfdKzpTTZIywU3CKRgog Safety Meeting is a psychedelic fusion band rooted in the vibrant music scene of Durango, Colorado. Combining elements of jazz, jam, funk, and R&B with the vocal harmonies of folk, the group creates a dynamic and immersive listening experience. The lineup features Chuck Hank of High Country Hustle, whose basslines anchor the band with a rich, groove-driven foundation; Alec Mayes of Desert Child, whose drumming infuses the music with precision and energy; and Eli Emmitt of the Eli Emmitt Band, whose guitar work adds depth and soul to every piece. All three members contribute to the band’s signature harmonies, delivering a cohesive and genre-defying sound that showcases their collective versatility and deep musical connection.
Brendan Shafer plays Kenny Baker plays Bill Monroe
KDUR Community Radio & Jimmy’s Music Presents “Brendan Shafer plays Kenny Baker plays Bill Monroe” Opening Act: Cody Tinnin Date: 11/22/2024 – Animas City TheatreTime: Doors, 7 pm, Opening Act 8 pm.Opening Act: Cody Tinnin Admission 21+, $20 presale, $23 at the door