Gothic Theatre

The Squirrel Nut Zippers began their musical journey in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, in the mid 1990’s, as a musician’s escape from the cookie cutter world of modern rock radio at the time. Jimbo Mathus along with drummer/percussionist Chris Phillips formed the band as a casual musical foray among friends and family in the area. It wasn’t long before the band’s quirky mix of Jazz chords, Folk music, and Punk Rock leanings spread out of the region and attracted a…

Originally a brainchild of local promoter/manager Lonny Gray and the marketing hub Entertainment by 1600 in 2009, the 5280 Urban Music Awards has since become one of the biggest platforms for independent artists in Denver. Throughout its first five showings, the 5280 Urban Music Awards has recognized hundreds of independent artists. The inaugural event was held at the Crowne Plaza Convention Center with preceding year's hosted at Red Lion Hotel, Paramount Theatre, City Hall Amphitheatre, Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom and now, Denver's historic Gothic Theatre. AEG Presents is thrilled to announce 5280 Urban…

In 2016, Polo G started uploading heavy drill songs like O.D.A. (Only Drillas Allowed). In 2017, Polo G started releasing tracks on YouTube, which slowly gained him a following. Following the release of "Finer Things", a song he wrote while incarcerated later in 2018, Polo G began gaining millions of views and plays on music services. This led to large record labels expressing interest, and in December 2018 he signed a distribution deal with Columbia Records in order to keep…

Whether seen on HBO’s Treme or at their legendary Tuesday night gig at The Maple Leaf, Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band is a true New Orleans institution. Formed in 1983 by the Frazier brothers, the band has evolved from playing the streets of the French Quarter to playing festivals and stages all over the world. While committed to upholding the tradition of brass bands, they have also extended themselves into the realms of funk and hip-hop to create their signature sound.…

The legendary Wailers continue their quest to bring reggae to the forefront of the world's stage. Led by renowned bassist and founder Aston "Familyman" Barrett, and joined by original Wailers guitarist Donald Kinsey and Keyboardist Tyrone Downie, as well as saxophonist Glen DaCosta, The Wailers give audiences around the globe the opportunity to experience their unique and innovative sound. From 1972 to 1980, Bob Marley & The Wailers recorded, toured, and performed before countless millions worldwide. Since 1981, Familyman has…

In 2018 Cobham began touring his Crosswinds Project which was his way of revisiting his second highly acclaimed album, Crosswinds, and his other significant work of the ’70s. At age 78, Cobham shows no signs of slowing down and continues to tour worldwide. William Emanuel Cobham Jr. is a Panamanian–American jazz drummer who came to prominence in the late 1960s and early 1970s with trumpeter Miles Davis and then with the Mahavishnu Orchestra. He was inducted into the Modern Drummer Hall…