Fort Collins BandsFort Collins is home to an endless amount of bands and musicians, some of which make for some really good music and provide for a great night of live entertainment. Although I am most familiar with Fort Collins bands close to the jam band, electronica, and bluegrass genres, I will do my best to include those from other areas of the music spectrum.Head for the Hills and Whitewater Ramble are my favorite local bluegrass acts. They both have a jam aspect to their shows but play straight-up bluegrass for the most part. Good Gravy takes it a step further by adding electronic inspired jams. I’ve seen all three of these bands countless times and have never been let down. Glove Trucker is another local bluegrass band, but I have not had the chance to see them. Prism is for those of you who prefer electronic sounds mixed with instruments. They usually play free shows or maybe $5 shows, either way it’s worth a visit. The Passage Project is a duo that plays dance-funk, down-tempo songs. Somewhat difficult to describe, but a good show nonetheless. The Nu Classics are a predominately funk band that has an amazing female vocalist, Devon Parker. I’m not a huge fan of this particular style, but these guys know how to play and they do it well. The Jonestown Potion’s style is jazzy rock with a touch of funk. Peace Officer is absolutely blowing up in this town. There is a hip-hop/dub-step and somewhat reggae sound to their music with a lot of sampling. Dead Floyd is a local favorite-- attracting fans from both the Grateful Dead and Pink Floyd. To see them play is usually less than $5 and the show can’t be beat for that amount of money. Tickle Me Pink is a band that has quite a following. They are more of an indie, punk rock band. This is Colorado music at its best. All of these Colorado bands play regularly in town, and a lot of them also play Denver and Boulder. Be sure to check any of these bands out if you get the chance! New! CommentsHave your say about what you just read! Leave me a comment in the box below. |
