Tunes, Beats, and Melodies: A Deep Dive into the Music World
In the heart of Colorado, the music scene in Denver continues to flourish, despite the loss of major local festivals, increased competition for bookings, and venue reshuffling. One label that has been instrumental in this resilience is Snappy Little Numbers, an independent record label run by Chuck Coffey for over 15 years.
Coffey, who has spent 30 years playing in various Front Range bands, currently plays in Denver's nationally known band Spells. His label, Snappy Little Numbers, operates on a cooperative style, not competitive. The label has helped over 200 albums into the world across various genres, including the latest release from one of its current label darlings, Cheap Perfume, a Colorado Springs foursome.
Cheap Perfume's new album, "Don't Care. Didn't Ask", has been praised by Denver music critic Tom Murphy as their best. The band is celebrating the release with a series of shows.
Another rising star on Snappy Little Numbers is the band Animals in Exile, fronted by Redding Bacon. Their moody psych-rock new album received national radio airplay, reviews, and was on NPR's coveted "Best New Music" list. The band's music debuted on national college radio ahead of much larger indie acts like Big Thief.
Denver's 12-year-old Unit E Records, named after a former DIY concert venue, has also made waves in the local music scene. Recently, they released a record from their co-founder's band Rubedo on neon-yellow vinyl with premium packaging and a full-color insert. Unit E Records also bought the rights to an album by late Mars Volta player Isaiah "Ikey" Owens, a two-time Grammy winner. They printed 100 limited-edition boxed sets of the album, priced at $250 each, each boxed set including the LP on colored vinyl, a working, custom-made delay pedal, an enamel pin, a candle with Ikey's photo on it, a sage stick, and more.
The loss of major local festivals has put pressure on labels and venues in Denver. Venues and bars are reshuffling due to staffing issues and revenue loss. However, the music scene in Denver continues to adapt and thrive, with support from organisations like Snappy Little Numbers and Unit E Records.
In these challenging times, it's clear that the music scene in Denver is not just surviving, but thriving. With the help of independent labels like Snappy Little Numbers and Unit E Records, the city's music scene continues to produce talented artists and innovative music.
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