Twist & Shout recommends The Underground Music Showcase from July 26th to July 28th on South Broadway!! We asked some of our favorite local bands when they are playing, and much more!
Catch these live performances, and much more at The UMS!
See link for tickets:
It's Just Bugs
Where and when are you playing at the UMS?We’re playing at 1am at the Hi Dive on Saturday night (you can come nap at our house before our set).
How long has your band been together?
About two and a half years now.
What was your band's first live show/ performance and what was memorable about it?
Our first show was a battle of the bands in Fort Collins. We ended up winning the competition and taking home a giant check with our stupid band name on it for $1,000.
What was the first album you purchased?
It was honestly probably Now 5 on CD in 5th grade (Don’t tell the rest of the band this).
What album was your most recent purchase?
I bought a new record by Faye Webster called Atlanta Millionaires Club. A very nice lil record.
Do you have any advice for new bands?
You’re not gonna make any money, and it’s a lot of work. Don’t be a dick.
Besides your own band- who do you want to see at the UMS?
Yves Tumor
Earth Gang
A buncha local acts
Best past UMS experience?
Playing 3 Kings last year and almost passing out during our set from the heat. Great show, but too hot.
Do you have any tips for festival goers?
Stay hydrated, pace yourself, wear comfortable shows, come watch us and tell us we sound like Rage Against the Machine afterwards
What's the best food people can find on Broadway during the festival?
Honestly we’re going on a strict White Claw diet for the festival.
Who is your all time favorite Denver band?
Muscle Beach
If you were behind the counter at Twist and Shout, what three albums would you recommend to our customers?
Muscle Beach - S/T
Fathers - S/T
Bud Bronson & The Good Timers - Between the Outfield and Outerspace
Is there anything we forgot to ask you about the UMS that you think people need to know?
Just remember that we are going to be the best act of the festival by far, and if you miss us, your whole festival experience is ruined. Sailor Records forever. Thank you.
Boss Eagle
Where and when are you playing at the UMS?
I'll be playing at Blue Ice for the second year in a row. Sunday, July 28th at 8pm
How long has your band been together?
Ha ha. I've been a performer all my life! But I started making music as Boss Eagle in 2017.
What was your band's first live show/ performance and what was memorable about it?
My first live performance as a music artist was at a Mishawaka OpenJam at the Mishawaka Amphitheatre (indoor stage). I'd acted and danced on stage before, but hadn't ever rapped...especially my own music. I didn't even take the mic off the stand or uncoil the cord wrapped around the mic stand! I even had a false start with the track! LOL But it was all love from the folks there.
What was the first album you purchased?
Wow! I have no clue. It was probably some 90s hip hop or R&B though.
What album was your most recent purchase?
Hold on, let me check my iTunes account! LOL It was probably Echosmith...I have kids, so...
Do you have any advice for new bands?
Just keep making music. Follow your heart, and know that it's okay to be in your own lane. Heck, you probably don't see many hip-hop artists wearing 1965 Temptations-esk suits on stage. But it's me. I'm thankful for all the artists, hip hop and otherwise, who came before me and paved the way.
Besides your own band- who do you want to see at the UMS?
Always love seeing Bevin Luna, the Burroughs and OptycNerd. I played the Louisville Street Faire with Los Mocochetes earlier this summer, and those guys are great.
Best past UMS experience?
My first UMS experience was actually as a volunteer (2017). I got to discover so many cool acts that I'd never heard of. Last year was my first time playing, and that was an amazing experience. A lady came up to me before my set and said they were excited to see me. Her husband heard my interview on CPR/OpenAir and she'd been listening to my album online. And another group of people came to my set because one of their friends heard my song on the UMS Spotify playlist. Such a cool honor to have people want to come spend their valuable time with you and listen to your music.
Do you have any tips for festival goers?
Plan out who you want to see. You probably won't get to see every set you want to, but just take it in and enjoy the moments. There are so many local acts on the lineup, and just know that we truly appreciate the support. And stay hydrated!
Who is your all time favorite Denver band?
Come on, don't do that to me! Denver specifically?...The Fray. (OneRepublic if we're counting the Springs separately!)
Is there anything we forgot to ask you about the UMS that you think people need to know?
Just thank you, thank you, thank you to UMS and TwoParts for giving local artists like myself an chance to play!!
King Cardinal
Where and when are you playing at the UMS?
We'll be playing at the South Broadway Christian Church on Sunday at 9pm. It's the perfect time to sit and decompress after a long weekend.
How long has your band been together?
The bands been around since Fall 2013, but this lineup wasn't nailed down until summer 2015.
What was your band's first live show/ performance and what was memorable about it?
Actually, the first show we played as the current incarnation of King Cardinal was at the UMS in 2015. We played at the Eslinger Art Gallery on Sunday afternoon. It was super hot (as it is every UMS). We had the packed gallery sit on the ground for the last song of our set. It's still one of our favorite UMS experiences!
What was the first album you purchased?
Brennan: Barenaked Ladies - Stunt
Scott: Presidents of the United States of America - Self titled
Andrew: Weezer - Blue Album
Texanna: Nickle Creek - This Side
Ben: Blink 182 - Dude Ranch
What album was your most recent purchase?
Brennan: Saves the Day - Through Being Cool
Scott: Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers - Greatest Hits
Andrew: Floating Action - Old World Camels
Texanna: The Carpenters - Greatest Hits
Ben: John Prine - Tree of Forgiveness
Do you have any advice for new bands?
Go to as many local shows as possible and be a part of the community. Denver has a thriving music
scene because of the support we get from the community and each other!
Besides your own band- who do you want to see at the UMS?
It’s too many to list! We’re super psyched to just walk around and catch all our friends bands. It’s like summer camp for Denver bands.
Best past UMS experience?
There's so many!
The Night Sweats playing at the Centennial Day party back when they first got going. I just stumbled onto the party randomly and was surprised with a set from one of my favorites! The horn section climbed up on the roof and played while A Tom Collins held a mic in front of them.
Bud Bronson and the Goodtimers rocking through the fire alarm at Illegal Pete’s.
Also, the Dudebabes Turkey Leg party at the Hi Dive!
Do you have any tips for festival goers?
Pace yourself and lots of sunscreen!! I made both mistakes last year. There was a nasty tank top sun burn by the end of the weekend.
What's the best food people can find on Broadway during the festival?
The Yuca bread at LEÑA. Go for happy hour and get some tacos and maduros!
Who is your all time favorite Denver band?
Brennan: Sawmill Joe
Scott: Science Partner
Andrew: Five Iron Frenzy
Texanna: Science Partner
Ben: Robby Peoples
If you were behind the counter at Twist and Shout, what three albums would you recommend to our customers?
The Band - Self-titled
Bon Iver - 22, A Million
Third Eye Blind - Self-titled (this is a controversial subject within King Cardinal)
Bluebook
Where and when are you playing at the UMS?
We are playing a showcase for our tape label Grouphug at 1pm Saturday at the Hi-Dive and hosting our own stage on Saturday evening from 8pm to midnight in the basement of Metropolis Coffee (Broadway and Ellsworth) where we are creating an immersive set. We’ll be playing at 11pm Saturday there.
How long has your band been together?
Julie Davis has been playing as Bluebook off and on since 2005. Jess Parsons joined the band three years ago this coming November.
What was your band's first live show/ performance and what was memorable about it?
The first time we played together as a duo was when we adapted some nursery rhymes for a family event presented by Warm Cookies of the Revolution at the McNichols Building. Our children are the same age, and while the other children listened, clapped and danced to our songs, our children chased each other around, completely ignoring the music.
What was the first album you purchased?
Thriller, by Michael Jackson
What album was your most recent purchase?
Big Thief - U.F.O.F.
Do you have any advice for new bands?
Follow your instincts and have fun!
Besides your own band- who do you want to see at the UMS?
I’m hoping to see Jess Parsons, Florea, Downtime, Spirettes, Y La Bamba, and more. We both have babysitters for the whole weekend, so watch out!
Best past UMS experience?
I love thinking about all the years I played seven or eight sets, running from venue to venue playing and seeing friends play. I remember watching Nathaniel Rateliff and Joseph Pope III push their gear around in a shopping cart.
Do you have any tips for festival goers?
Bring earplugs, drink water and wear sunscreen!
What's the best food people can find on Broadway during the festival?
Sweet potato fries at Sputnik
Who is your all time favorite Denver band?
Land Lines
If you were behind the counter at Twist and Shout, what three albums would you recommend to our customers?
Radiohead, In Rainbows; Emahoy Tsegue-Maryam Guebrou, Ethipopiques, vol. 21, Paul Simon, Graceland
Is there anything we forgot to ask you about the UMS that you think people need to know?
Come out and celebrate all the amazing Denver (and touring) bands! We are so fortunate to have such a fun weekend ahead.
Heavy Diamond Ring
Where and when are you playing at the UMS?
Friday- 7:30pm-Knockout Stage @ Punch Bowl Social
How long has your band been together?
About 1 1/2 years
What was your band's first live show/performance and what was memorable about it?
Some of our earliest shows were at Syntax Denver (RIP). We were still getting the band lineup together, and each show seemed miles beyond the one that came before it. It was fun to feel the wind start to fill the sails.
What was the first album you purchased?
Too embarrassing. Hootie & the Blowfish. Cracked Rearview.
What album was your most recent purchase?
I found some Buck Owens & George Jones LPs at a thrift store in Laramie on tour.
Do you have any advice for new bands?
Don’t quit your day job. Actually do. You won’t miss it, and you can always get another.
Have fun. If you’re not having fun, get a job. That’ll give you some perspective.
Besides your own band, who do you want to see at the UMS?
All my friends bands. All my friends’ friends bands. Y La Bamba.
What's the best food people can find on Broadway during the festival?
Corn dogs at Sputnik, duh.
Who is your all time favorite Denver band?
Oh man. Too many good ones to choose.
If you were behind the counter at Twist and Shout, what three albums would you recommend to our customers?
Favorite new records?
Courtney Marie Andrews
Sam Cohen
Wand
Is there anything we forgot to ask you about the UMS that you think people need to know?
Wear sunscreen. Don’t forget to go see bands in between corn dogs.
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