ARCINDA (The Arts & Culture of Indonesia)

Perform JAVANESE GAMELAN: an Indonesian Brass Xylophone percussion, in collaboration with other Indonesian culture from different regions (Makassar, Sunda, Jakarta) and in collaboration with modern music (piano, violin, clarinet), be played together with a modern band. Arcinda get rewarded to perform annually at Denver Art Museum and Public Libraries. Arcinda also receives grants from Folk Traditional Arts, Colorado Creative Industry (CCI), AICEF (American Indonesian Cultural Education Foundation) and Fort Collins Fort Fund, for cultural excellence.

SUPA!

SUPA! is a Colorado-based marimba band fusing diverse styles of traditional and contemporary Zimbabwean-style music. We draw inspiration from legendary Zimbabwean musicians such as Thomas Mapfumo, Oliver Mtukudzi, and Stella Chiweshe, and our songs reflect different strands of Shona music. We are high-energy, fast-paced, and improvisational, and all of our songs are infused with our members’ passion for what we play. SUPA! recorded our first album in January 2024 and we are incredibly excited to share our music with you.

Indigent Row

Indigent Row injects energy and passion into music both centuries old and newly conceived, remaining true to the traditional Irish tunes while breathing fresh life into all that they play. Meter shifts, alternative harmonies and driving rhythms are the cornerstone of their approach as they nimbly dance the line between traditional and progressive music, blending rock, funk, jazz, folk and Celtic styles to make the songs their own.

Eye-yoob

Eye-yoob is considered a rising independent artist in Colorado's vibrant music scene, particularly known for her fusion of Middle Eastern and Western musical traditions. While she may not yet be a household name on a global scale, she has built significant momentum through active local engagement and international streaming. 

Popularity and "Rising" Status

SunRock

Sunrock is a reggae-rooted, electronic/world music duo, straight out of the heart of Denver. Matthew and Hector and just two souls, but they build a whole universe of sound.

Our music lives at the crossroads where cultures meet and people move together. When Matt is not playing guitar, he’s creating new lyrics for future nuggets (songs). When he’s not creating lyrics, he’s shaping the next Sunrock track. When Hector is done banging on the drums, he’s on to programming the next heart-pounding rhythm for SunRock. 

Orientale

Orientale is a MENAHT music and dance collective based out of Denver, Colorado. Since 2023, manager and head dancer Angela Merlano and band lead Charles Graham have collaborated to bring Middle Eastern magic to the Front Range and neighboring cities. With saxophone, doumbek, oud, and riq, Orientale creates an unforgettable atmosphere and cultural appreciation that matters. Mixing live belly dance performances with music is what makes Orientale unique as a collective and community.

Molly Higgins Band

Molly Higgins Band is a dynamic trio whose diverse background and dedication to their craft captivates audiences with renditions of traditional Irish and Scottish music. 

Within the band, a rich tapestry of influences converge to honor the heritage of traditional Celtic Music. Radio appearances and live performances across the Front Range have garnered a dedicated following as they engage audiences with their passion, polished musicianship, and musical camaraderie.

Crokomoko

Hello! My name is Brody, the artist behind Crokomoko, where I create ambient music rooted in the calming resonance of the tongue drum.

I am based out of Colorado by way of Ohio. I love visiting my family and playing my songs for them.

With the tongue drum at the heart of my music, each session becomes a unique and restorative journey. 

Patchwork Jack

This merry band of westerners (both north and south american) thread together such influences as Texas country, Latin ballads, and Romani swing. Their music, like an old worn-out quilt, tells tales of love, loss, resilience and the human experience. A heaping helping of honky-tonk humanity might be just what you need.