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Halfway through the year in music

We’re six months into 2013 and I’ve already exceeded this year’s music budget. Like most music geeks who also are writers, I’m compiling what will be my Top 10 list throughout the...

DATE: Jun 27, 2013 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Even in glory days, Rochester wasn’t so glorious

When The Rochester Hotel was refurbished 20 years ago, its new owners were purchasing and renovating a building that was a classic part of Durango’s rich history. While that histo...

DATE: Jun 20, 2013 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Music surges again at weekend Daddy Fest

Gone are the days when dads would get ties for Father’s Day. At least that’s the case in my household. My daughter instead has opted for the handmade gift each year. Many of thos...

DATE: Jun 13, 2013 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Big Apple produces big country sound

Country music should not be defined geographically. Pigeonholing country music to meccas such as Nashville and Texas is a disservice, especially when cities like Brooklyn are embr...

DATE: Jun 6, 2013 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Blues train just another stop for busy Kirk James

Blues music played aboard a classic steam train may be a perfect pairing of Americana. Now in its third year and extended to two days, the Durango Blues Train will feature nationa...

DATE: May 30, 2013 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Networking is working for Tucson band

Bands can get a lot done in a year. For those musicians who operate on the DIY level (not just for punk rockers anymore), the progress that can be made by taking the bull by the h...

DATE: May 23, 2013 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Moetones an apt choice for FAC at Moe’s

Warmer weather in Durango means the patios of restaurants and venues around town again are open for dining and music. Moe’s is no exception. The Friday Afternoon Club concert seri...

DATE: May 16, 2013 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Hey kids: DJ means disc jockey

If vinyl is making a comeback, then the DJ may as well make a comeback, too. I’m not talking about what passes for a DJ in today’s world of electronic music. I’m talking about a p...

DATE: May 9, 2013 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Victor Wooten is a most entertaining music instructor

When you sit down for a chat with Victor Wooten, you get more than a conversation about playing bass.You get a conversation that involves philosophy, education, nature and how music can rel...

DATE: May 2, 2013 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Music choices should be matters of ‘and,’ not ‘or’

Whenever I have to double up on music features in one column, it’s usually a good thing for writer and reader alike. Options are great, especially when the options are unique. In ...

DATE: Apr 25, 2013 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

On this day, we give thanks for vinyl

As wonderful as our Internet can be, its destruction of some of the simple things in life, like sending a postcard, is frustrating and sad. Its hand in the dwindling of small busi...

DATE: Apr 18, 2013 | CATEGORY: Downtown Lowdown

Weather or not, Meltdown is here

More than 25 bands to play bluegrass festival

DATE: Apr 15, 2013 | CATEGORY: Music