Upcoming Independent Events

Past Independent Events

NexKin
Live Performance & Autograph Signing - August 14 from 12-5pm (performing at 3pm) - 937 East Colfax Avenue, Denver
Denver artist NexKin will be celebrating the release of his new CD NexCalibur with an afternoon takeover at Independent Records. NexKin hits the stage at Indy on Colfax at 3pm, but he'll be meeting fans and signing autographs from noon until 5pm.

California band Fuzz-Huzzi returns to Colorado and is once again hanging at out Indy Records! Catch them April 20 at 5pm at our Colfax store in Denver, and on April 25 at 1pm at our Platte location in Colorado Springs. Check out their EP "Smell The Streets Of Hollywood" available now at Independent Records.

Nashville band Paper Route will be at Indy Records on Colfax on April 13 at 3:45pm! The guys will be playing an acoustic set and meeting fans before their sold out show with Owl City that night at the Ogden. Don't forget to check out their album "Absence" and EP "Are We All Forgotten" available now at Independent Records.

Comprised of DJ Absolute and siblings Attention Def and Dirt Dee, Hip-Hop group Soulcrate Music will be sharing their sounds at the Platte location of Indy Records on Wednesday, March 31 at 4pm! Their new album "The Heartland Panic" is available now at all locations of Independent Records. Catch them later that night at the Black Sheep with Mac Lethal!

Soil returns to Colorado Springs on March 29 at the Black Sheep with Smile Empty Soul, Black Sunshine & Aesthetic Delirium. Come meet the guys from Soil at Independent Records at 3030 East Platte at 5pm before the show! Their new album "Picture Perfect" is available now at all Indy Records locations.

Portland based rockers Crown Point will be playing an acoustic set at Indy Records on Colfax on March 22 at 4pm before they hit the Hi-Dive that night. Check out their music at myspace.com/crownpointmusic. As always, Indy events are free and all-ages!

Mike Herrera of MxPx brings his country act Tumbledown to Indy on Bijou in Colorado Springs, March 10 at 5pm. Mike and the gang will be playing at the Triple Nickel Tavern along with Two Cow Garage. Come check out a free acoustic set that afternoon before they tear the house down that night. Not to be missed! (for an example of how awesome this is gonna be, check out this fan-made video about the upcoming in-store here!)

Jason Derulo will be appearing live at the Thirsty Parrot on Monday, March 8, but first he'll be at Independent Records on Platte for an exclusive autograph signing. Come check out the voice behind the chart-topping singles "Whatcha Say" & "In My Head". Jason's new self-titled album is available now at all Independent Records locations!

The legendray Supersuckers will be in town to play at the Triple Nickel Tavern on March 6, but first they'll be at Indy on Bijou in Colorado Springs for what is sure to be a badass acoustic performance. Seriously - don't miss this one.

Colorado's own eight member strong Fresh Breath Committee is taking over the Colfax location of Indy Records on Saturday, March 6 at 3pm with a live performance! Their new album "CPR" has been garnering rave reviews for their thoughtful and energetic brand of Hip Hop and they bring a performance that is not to be missed! Pick up "CPR" now at any location of Indy Records.

Stop by Indy on Colfax to meet Dogmatic and King Gordy before they hit the stage at Cervantes that night! Friday, March 5 at 2pm.

Performance and signing by Mayday Parade at Indy on Colfax, Saturday, February 27 at 4pm! Catch them before their show at the Gothic that night with the Sub City Take Action Tour. The Take Action V.9 charity compilation, featuring both Mayday Parade, We The Kings, A Rocket to the Moon and more, is available now at Indy Records for only $6.98!

(A Rocket To The Moon had to cancel their appearance at this event as Nick is under the weather and needs to save his voice for the show that night- sorry folks!)

Tech N9ne is back in Colorado Springs! Catch the man himself at the Platte location of Independent Records in Colorado Springs on Saturday, February 6 from 12-2pm. Get there early 'cause this line is gonna be looooong...

Denver musician and upright bassist Lelah Simon will be at the Bijou location of Independent Records in Colorado Springs on January 29 at 4pm, before her show at The Speed Trap in Palmer Lake that night! Come check out her brand of American Jazz and pick up her CD "Third Week Of April", available at all Indy Records locations.

Colorado Springs band Often Coiled (comprised of some of Indy's finest) will be serving up their original brand of progressive-garage at the Platte location of Indy Records on January 16 at 2pm. They'll be following up this free performance with a show at the Downtown Bar in Pueblo on January 23. Preview some music at myspace.com/oftencoiled

Independent's besties The Supervillains will be back in Colorado Springs on January 13 at 5pm to sign autographs and meet fans before their show at the Black Sheep that night! These guys are always a blast to have in the store, so don't miss out on all the fun!!

Wyoming-based acoustic duo Melody with Tyler Forsberg will be playing our first in-store of 2010 with a set at Independent Records in Denver on January 2 at 3pm!

Denver/Lawrence Metal band Elctrikchair will be signing autographs at two locations of Independent Records on New Year's Eve! Catch them at the Colfax location in Denver at 1pm and at the Platte location in Colorado Springs at 5pm.

Aden Harrell & Friends Jazz Trio featuring Andrew Boyce on guitar and Duane Webster on bass will be performing at Independent Records on Colfax on Saturday, December 19 from 1-3pm. Visit them online at www.adenharrell.com.

Critically acclaimed hip-hop artist and producer ZIN will be appearing and performing live music from his recently released album, "Mental Graffiti" at Indy Records on Colfax on December 11 at 6:30 p.m. Following his appearance at Indy, ZIN will be hosting and performing in his album release showcase at DCCS (4th and Lincoln) with other national artists. Zin's latest album "Mental Graffiti" is a mix of soul and conscious hip-hop and is available at all Independent Records stores now!"

Portland acoustic rockers Jon Davidson & Russell Stafford will be playing a special set at Indy on Bijou in Colorado Springs. Check them out on November 8 at 3pm before their show at the Redstone Room that night!

Matisyahu will bring his mix of Reggae, Hip-Hop & Rock influenced sounds to Indy on Colfax before his show at The Fillmore that night! The performance starts at 6pm on Tuesday, October 27. His latest album "Light" is available now at all locations of Independent Records for only $9.98.

World famous DJ Kayslay will be at Independent Records meeting fans and signing autographs before that night's party in celebration of Straight Stuntin' Magazine. Be there from 6-7pm on Friday, October 9 to meet Kayslay and pick up the latest issue of Straight Stuntin'!

Saosin will be performing a live acoustic set at Indy on Colfax on Sunday, September 20 at 6pm! The band will also be signing copies of their brand new CD "In Search Of Solid Ground", on sale now at all locations of Independent Records.

Denver's own Axe Murder Boyz will be at Indy Records on Colfax with the entire Canonize Records crew! Be there on September 12 at 4pm for an autograph signing, giveaway and more!

Sick Puppies will play an intimate acoustic set at Indy Records on Platte before their show at the Black Sheep that night! Come by the store on September 8 at 5pm to hear some great music and meet the band. We'll be selling their brand-new album "Tri-Polar" for only $9.43 at the in-store!

Meet Coheed and Cambria for an exclusive signing at Indy on Colfax, August 15 from 2-3pm! Coheed and Cambria will be signing their incredible DVD, Neverender, prior to their very first performance at Red Rocks later that night on the Heaven & Hell Tour. Five pairs of tickets to the show that night will also be given away at the signing! Claudio Sanchez, lead singer and comic book author, will also be signing his toy, KILL AUDIO, and the San Diego ComicCon exclusive preview KILL AUDIO comic free with purchase of the toy!

Alice 105.9 put on the first annual "Almost Famous" Battle of the Bands and Denver musicians foma * claimed the top prize! Catch them at Independent Records on Colfax at 5pm on July 22 for a special acoustic set before their CD release show on July 24 at Herman's Hideaway!! Check out some music at www.myspace.com/fomafomafoma.

Join Independent Records as we welcome Rhett Miller to our downtown Colorado Springs location! He'll be performing at Armstrong Hall on July 14 in the Old 97's as well as opening the show with a solo set. Catch him beforehand at Indy Records at 4pm for an acoustic performance and autograph signing, and check out his new self-titled album on sale now (4 stars in Rolling Stone!). Tickets for the Armstrong performance are available now at all Independent Records locations.

Speakeasy Tiger are celebrating the release of their brand-spankin-new CD "The Public" with a show at the Marquis on July 11! First though, they'll be headed to Independent Records on Colfax to play a kick-ass acoustic set at 2pm for the fans who just can't get enough of their infectious and danceable sounds! Check them out now at www.myspace.com/speakeasytiger.

Dorrough, aka Mr. Yeah Buddy, will be stopping by Independent Records on Colfax before his show at Club Bash that night! Join us on July 9 at 5pm to catch the latest and greatest from TX meeting fans and signing autographs before he hits the Denver nightlife to perform his hit singles "Ice Cream Paint Job" & "Walk That Walk".

The originator of House Music, Jesse Saunders, will be performing live at Indy on Colfax on Saturday, June 13 at 4pm! Stop by Indy and hear some music, grab an autograph and then catch him later that night at Bar Standard for the 25th Anniversary of House Music! Not to be missed!

Join Independent as we welcome one of Colorado's hottest young talents, Yung Jonzun! He will be at the Colfax location of Indy Records signing autographs and meeting fans. He'll also have his newest EP "Limelight" available and the first 50 fans get an autographed poster! It all kicks off on Saturday, June 6 at 11:00am. As always, this event is all-ages and 100% free.

Nebraska bands Curbstone and Cold Steel will be flexing their heavy music muscles at Indy on Colfax before their show at Club Inferno! Catch both bands performing acoustic sets on Friday, June 5 at 4pm!

Salted Music artist Lisa Shaw has made a name for herself in the club world by combining soulful vibes with dance floor-ready gems. Along with Miguel Migs, Lisa will be playing Bar Standard on Saturday, May 30. Join us at Independent Records on Colfax before the show at 4pm for a pre-show listening party and autograph signing for Lisa's new album "Free"!

Ridiculously talented local artists Mark Bush and John Strelec will be doing a special acoustic set at Indy Records before their show at Benny's that night! Check them out on the afternoon of Saturday, May 30 at 1pm at the 3030 East Platte location of Indy and get a taste of what our local scene has to offer!

Tech N9ne is playing the infamous Red Rocks Amphitheater on May 29 and it's sure to be one of the biggest Rap concerts in Colorado this year! Catch him that afternoon at Indy Records on Colfax for an autograph signing before he heads to the hills. His new album "Sickology 101" is available now at all Indy locations.

Performer, producer and songwriter extraordinaire - Butch Walker has so many accomplishments in the music industry you'll just need to look them up on Wikipedia...seriously this guy has done it all. And whether you know it or not, you've most definitely heard a Butch-penned song on your radio. Come to Independent Records on Colfax on Sunday, May 24 for a very special acoustic set from Mr. Walker before his show at the BlueBird that night!

California band Fuzz-Huzzi will be playing a few of their sunshine infused tracks at Indy on Platte on Saturday, May 16, at 1pm before their gig at Sunshine Studios that night! Check out their EP "Smell The Streets Of Hollywood" available now at Independent Records.

Underground Hip-Hop favorites The Grouch & Eligh will be stopping by Independent Records on Colfax for a free performance and autograph signing on Saturday, May 9 at 4pm before their show at the BlueBird that night! Tourmates Afro Classics will be joining the fun too so you already know this in-store is gonna be pretty awesome. Pick up the latest release from The Grouch & Eligh, "Say G&E!", available at all locations of Independent Records!

Scooter & Lavelle are a mindblowing collision of mixing skills selling out venues coast to coast. With unmatched precision, they use four turntables to create a high energy set that club goers go crazy for. Be sure to check them out at Club Vinyl Saturday, April 25, but first head to Indy Records on Colfax at 6pm to catch a teaser set and autograph signing by the guys. Bring your autographed CD to Club Vinyl that night and receive $5 off the admission price!

The legendary DJ Rectangle will be spinning at Club SoDo on Friday, April 24, and before he leaves town he's stopping by Independent Records on Saturday at 2pm for an encore mini-performance and autograph signing!

Kentucky band Cage the Elephant already has a hit in the UK, but now their ready to conquer their homeland. Catch them live at a free and all-ages performance at the Colfax location of Indy Records, April 21 at 6pm before their show at the Marquis that night. The guys are known for their wild and energetic live show so do not miss this one!

A Day To Remember is coming back to Independent Records! Be there on April 14 at the 937 East Colfax location of Indy at 4:30pm to catch the boys before their show at the Gothic that night. Their new album "Homesick" is available now at all Indy locations.

Local heroes Single File will be celebrating the release of their first major-label full-length with an acoustic set at Independent Records on April 7! This event is gonna be huge so get there early - we're kicking off at 6pm sharp!! Also, don't forget that Single File will be packing the house at the Gothic this Friday, April 3rd! Bring your ticket stub from the show to the in-store and get priority placement in line!!

Gorilla Zoe will be in town supporting his new album "Don't Feed Da Animals" with a show at Club Bash on April 3. He'll be stopping by Independent Records first to show some love to his fans with an exclusive autograph signing. Tickets for the show are available at all locations of Indy Records.

Minneapolis gypsy poppers Lucy Michelle & The Velvet Lapelles will be landing twice at Independent Records! April 1 they'll be at the Colfax location of Indy at 5pm, and April 2 they'll be in downtown Colorado Springs at the Bijou store at 6pm. Be sure to catch their show at The Rocket Room after the Bijou in-store!! Check out some music at www.myspace.com/lucymichell.

Victory band Silverstein will be in Denver promoting the March 31 release of their brand new album "A Shipwreck In The Sand"! They'll be playing Cervantes that night, but first they'll be meeting fans and signing autographs at 4pm at Indy Records on Colfax. Pre-order your copy of the new album at the in-store and get a special limited edition Silverstein poster!

Zion I will be in town on March 21 to support their brand-spankin'-new album "The Take Over". They'll be at Independent Records at 6:30pm to play a few songs, sign autographs and meet fans before they unleash their sounds on Denver that night. Tickets for the show are available at all locations of Independent Records.

SK Entertainment is bringing DJ Drama back to Colorado Springs once more for a show at SoDo's on March 13! Drama will be at Independent Records before the show for an autograph signing. Tickets for that night's show are available at all Independent Records locations!

DJ Unk will be in Colorado Springs at Mr. Biggs on March 7, but before the show he'll be headed to Independent Records on Platte to sign autographs and meet fans. at 3pm. Tickets for the show are available at all Independent Records locations.

DJ Ktone's Birthday Bash Weekend Friday night party features the one-and-only Michael "5000" Watts! He'll be at the Denver location of Independent Records at 6pm signing autographs before the festivities that night. Them GS Boyz (of "Stanky Leg" fame) will also be in town that night at a separate event and they'll be hitting up Indy at 6pm before their show too. Come join us as we welcome some of Texas' finest entertainment. Tickets for both events are available at Independent Records.

Trae and Rob G will be at Sodo's on Friday, February 27, but first they'll be stopping by Independent Records on Platte to show some love to their fans. Be there at 6pm to meet the guys and get an autograph before they put on a stellar show that night!

We The Kings are landing in Colorado Springs to play a gig at the Black Sheep on February 24 with tourmates The Maine, The Cab, There For Tomorrow and Versa Emerge! First though, they'll be at Indy Records for an acoustic set and autograph signing at 4:30pm. Check out their self-titled release featuring the catchy-as-heck single "Check Yes Juliet"!

DJ Ktone and Still Livin' Entertainment are bringing the one and only DJ Drama to town for a show at Club 303 on February 19. Tix are available at the Colfax location of Indy Records and Drama himself will be at the store signing autographs and meeting fans before the show!

JUST ANNOUNCED!! The Supervillains are darn near becoming family here at Indy Records, so we're welcoming them once again to our Denver store for a live performance before their show at the Marquis! Their show at the Fox the night before is already sold-out, so, seriously, don't miss this one.

Join Independent Records as we welcome two of the best emcee's in Hip-Hop! Binary Star alum Onebelo and Living Legends member Luckyiam will be tearing down the house at Cervantes on February 5, but not before they stop by Indy on Colfax to show some love to their fans at 6pm. Not to be missed!

Local Hip-Hop crew Proximity will be laying it down twice at Independent Records! Check out their releases "When Push Comes To Shove" and "Proximity Minds" available now at all Indy locations!

Revolutionary Hip-Hopper Immortal Technique will perform a few songs and meet fans at the Colfax location of Independent Records on January 20 at 6pm! He'll be at Cervantes' that night so be sure to catch both the in-store appearance and the show that is sure to leave you wanting more!

So nice, we're doin' it twice! The Supervillains were so awesome at the Denver store on Friday, that they'll be playing a second acoustic set at the Platte location of Indy Records in Springs on Tuesday! The guys will be joining Pepper that night at the Black Sheep. Don't miss your chance to melt away a little of the winter with some sunshine grooves.

Reggae/Dub/Rock wunderkinds Pepper will be playing live at Independent Records before their show at the Fillmore! Be there on January 9, 2008 at 4pm to witness the magic. Their latest album "Pink Crustaceans & Good Vibrations" is available now at all locations of Indy Records!

Kia Shine will be stopping by the Platte location of Indy Records in Springs to meet fans and sign autographs before his show at SoDo that night!

Local artist J.D. Feighner will be at the Platte location of Independent Records meeting fans and making new ones before his album release show that night! Check out his brand new album "Sundays at 1620" available at all Indy locations.

Spice 1 and Lighter Shade of Brown will be at Independent Records on Platte in Colorado Springs on November 15 at 2pm! Catch them at 13 Pure that night - tix available at Independent Records.

Equal Vision band and local heroes Fear Before will be signing copies of their new self-titled album on October 31 at Independent Records on Colfax. Rock your Halloween best for a chance to win tickets to the show that night!

Victory Records band Bayside will be signing autographs and meeting their fans on October 14 at 3pm. The band will be supporting their latest album out on September 30! Also, be sure to stick around and catch a performance by tourmates The Status at 4pm!

Murs for President! Murs will be signing copies of his new album at 11:30pm on Monday, September 29 at Independent Records on Colfax.

Local act the Charlie Milo Trio will hit the stage at Independent Records before their show in Denver that night!

Lucky Luciano will be at Independent Records in Denver on August 30 at 6pm signing autographs and meeting fans. Catch him that night at the Paladium!

Young Money and Decaydance recording artist Tyga will be performing live and signing copies of his new album "No Introduction" - featuring the hit single "Coconut Juice".

Join Independent Records as we welcome up-and-coming rockers Saving Abel! The band will perform a short acoustic set and sign autographs for fans before their show at the Black Sheep that night. Pick up their new album on sale at Indy Records, featuring the hit single "Addicted", as heard on 94.3 KILO!

The Dresden Dolls will be stopping by Independent Records on Colfax on Tuesday, May 27 at 4pm to sign autographs and meet their fans! They'll be playing at the Ogden that night in support of their new release "No, Virginia" - a stellar collection of rarities, b-sides and more - available at all Indy locations.

Join Indy Records for what is sure to be a knock-out performance by instrumental rockers Unwed Sailor. The band will playing a free set at our 937 E. Colfax location before their show at the Larimer that night. Things kick off at 5pm and we hope to see you there!

Mason Jennings will be playing an intimate acoustic set at Independent Records this Thursday, May 22 at 6pm! He'll be at the Ogden later that night, but you get the first shot at hearing cuts from his new album "In The Ever", available now at all Indy locations.

The legendary Atmosphere will be at the Denver location of Independent Records on May 18, signing autographs before that night's show at the Ogden!

Get a taste of the best MC you've never heard of when TOPR performs live twice(!) at Indy Records. Thursday, May 15, he'll be at Indy on Platte in Springs at 6pm. Friday, May 16, Indy on Colfax sees the goodness at 6pm as well. Check TOPR out at www.myspace.com/topr.

Rockers Deepfield will strip things down for an acoustic set at Indy Records. Check out their latest single "Into the Flood" on 94.3 KILO.

The legendary DJ Smallz will be at the Denver location of Independent Records signing autographs and meeting fans. It's all going down this Sunday, May 4, from 4-6pm! Catch him later that night at the Paladium Nightclub - tix available at Independent on Colfax.

Hip Hop will be in full effect as Akil and Coolzey take the mic and Raashan conquers the turntables. Be there for a stellar afternoon when some of the best in the fundamentals lay it down.

Young R&B superstar Trey Songz will be at the Denver location of Independent Records meeting fans and signing autographs before his appearance at Club Bash that night!

Join Independent Records as we welcome Silverstein and A Day to Remember before their show at the Gothic on March 22! The guys will be stopping by to meet fans and sign autographs at 3pm!

Lyrically gifted emcee One Be Lo will be performing at the Denver location of Independent Records on Sunday, March 16 at 4pm. As an added bonus, locals Samir & Aja will be performing as The Reminders - not to be missed!!

Meet local phenom Julox along with members of his supporting cast and crew, this Saturday at Independent Records in Pueblo! The guys will be there from 3-5pm signing autographs and meeting fans before their show that night. Pick up the new album from Julox, "Catfish, Shrimp N French Fries", on sale now at all Indy locations.

Stop by Independent Records on Platte in Colorado Springs this Friday to meet the one-and-only Drama! He�ll be stopping by from 5-6pm before his show at Sodo that night. Don�t forget to check out latest album "Gangsta Grillz" - on sale now at all locations of Indy Records.

Fueled by Ramen/Decaydance standouts, Cobra Starship, will strip down for an intimate acoustic performance at the Colfax location of Independent!

Hot Hot Heat returns to Denver to play the Ogden that night! Don't miss your chance to grab some free dinner and meet the guys before the show.

The lyrically gifted Lupe Fiasco brings his "Cool" to Independent Records to meet up with his fans and sign some autographs along the way. Be there before he plays to a packed house at the Gothic that night!

The band behind the infectious hit "Apologize" will stopping by Independent Records before their sold-out show at the Gothic that night. Pick up their new album "Dreaming Out Loud" and receive a wristband that guarantees your place in line!

Five Finger Death Punch will be at the Platte location of Independent Records in Colorado Springs this Sunday, December 9, at 3pm! The guys will be signing autographs and meeting fans before their show at the Black Sheep that night. Plus, pick up their album "The Way of the Fist" for only $9.43 the day of the in-store!!

Meet the one-and-only Kottonmouth Kings this Friday, December 7, at the Denver location of Independent Records! They guys will be chatting with fans and signing a lil sumthin' before their show at the Ogden that night. KMK will kick things off at 4:20 and the event is ALL AGES and 100% FREE.

Meet the fellas behind the ferocious sounds of Cephalic Carnage and Dying Fetus in Colorado Springs this Friday at the Platte location of Independent Records! Enjoy some pizza and chat with the bands before their show at the Black Sheep that night. It all starts at 4pm and of course it's 100% free.

AMB is another Colorado-grown group making their mark on the national scene. Getting their start on Psychopathic, AMB is striking out on their own and doing it well. Don't forget to look for their upcoming album "God's Hand", coming 2008!

Meet Devin the Dude and the Coughee Brothers at the Denver location of Independent Records on November 1st at 6pm (time has changed from 5pm)! The fellas will be stopping by to chat with fans and sign autographs before they lay it down at pretty much every venue in Colorado...ok, like, 4 or 5 venues. It's still a lot.