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Art and Nate Explore the 2026 Denver Zine Fest. Including interviews with Taylor Truman MSU Metrosphere https://www.instagram.com › metrosphere, Mica Ayo-Denver Poet and zine creator, Crisosto Apache - Colorado Poet Laureate https://coloradohumanities.org/programs/colorado-poet-laureate/, and Eric DeSantis - Hallowzine https://blockclubchicago.org/2023/09/11/the-revenge-of-hallowzine-horror-anthology-features-comics-from-31-local-artists/Intro/Outro music-Felt Pilotes Kathy's House - Moving DayMid intermissions - GoP@triot -the dirty riderCast the stone- noodle bug, futuresdollopsfordonuts.com

Art and Nate hang with Kelly from the Denver Zine Library. Enjoy gluten free waffles together and dive into all things Zines! From it's birth in 2003 the Denver Zine Library has grown to one of the largest collections in the country, uniting the zine community and building relationships. The Denver Zine LibraryDenver Library- the Bob Ragland Branch1900 35th St, Denver, CO 80216https://denverzinelibrary.org/Intro/OutroThe Felt PilotesKing of Everything-ep "King of Everything"John PorcillenoKing of Everything | Felt Pilotes | Spit and a HalfSquare dancinghttps://www.rainbeaus.org/dollopsfordonuts.com

Tracy Weaver takes on the role of host and goes in depth with the various bands Nate has kept time with.. The ups and downs, starts and finishes, but all the good times and times that could have been better. Though, in the end it all worked out.Tracy reflects on the bands I have been fortunate to play with, some of the crazy stories and a few of the tough times too. Tracy came up with this idea and I thought it would be fun. I don't talk to all the folks I have played with over the years, but I have stayed in touch with some. I am grateful for all those days and hope for more in the future.Donuts brought to you by Kroger, King Soopers Cherry Cake recipeGuest Host: Tracy WeaverIntro Music-Murder Ranks "Soundboy Why"Intermission Music-Otion "Insperado"Outro Music-Vivid Imagination- "Conformity"Episode dedicated to Gary Weaver, we miss you everyday dad, RIP.Special shout out to Mark Kosta, miss you and wish we could have shared more music together. There are resources out there for those suffering from depression. 988 Lifeline - If you need emotional support, reach out to the national mental health hotline: 988.Preventing Suicide | Suicide Prevention | CDCdollopsfordonuts.com

Nate and Art sit down with Matt Megyesi and Jim Norris co-owners of Mutiny Information Cafe at 3483 S. Broadway in Englewood. We chat about the big move from Denver last Fall, being embraced by a new municipality, where things started and what's on the horizon.Please join us as we discuss, how Mutiny began, Matt's big move from Billings and leaving his miming community behind, working together on the zine "The", train hopping, their love of coffee, starting their dream in Denver and finding their home in Englewood. The future is bright for Mutiny, they truly are a resource for the creative culture. We talk about many things and in the very near future Mutiny will be moving forward with  Punk Scout's (learning resources for kids to find their voice and learn about punk rock culture). Check out their weekly events.Punk Scouts first event 3/30/2025, visit their website for more information. https://www.mutinybooks.com/ https://mutualaidmonday.org/Intro MusicAlbum- Undead in Denver Vol. II (romanruinrecords.com)Scum City Avengers-"Nut'in Means A Lot"Outro MusicAlbum- Undead in Denver Vol. IIThe Hacks - "Direction"dollopsfordonuts.com

Art and I sit down with Storm Gloor, Associate Professor of Music & Entertainment Studies at CU Denver. We focus on some of of the venues of South Broadway in Denver and the history and current shows taking place within this music community. We talk about the paper he is working on publishing, which focuses on the music cities of the United States and how important these communities are not just in Austin, Los Angeles, NY and New Orleans, but those that haven't had the same exposure. How the pandemic affected music in general and how AI is already impacting music and musicians.Music in- Bushstic "Loss of My Find"Music Out-Ron Miles Trio-"Wildwood Flower"Herman's HideawayMutiny Information CafeThree Kings Tavern7 SouthRed Rocks AmphitheaterHi DiveGiGi JohnsonAmplify Musichttps://amplifymusic.org/dollopsfordonuts.com

This is Part Deux of Episode Two of Season Two, featuring Jim "Rev" Norris, Mike Lee and Jed Kopp. Art and Nate dive a bit deeper with the Bluebird and Ogden Theater, talking about the shows that took place, they mayhem before the shows started and how it was all possible.  Please join us for a run down of NIPP and what went down at these historic theaters from the late 90's to early 2000s.Intro Outro music by Removal- Vancouver Canada @Mutual Aid MondayNo Means NoMike WattHot Water Music Planes Mistaken for Starsdollopsfordonuts.com

Art Biggs and Nate Weaver chat with Jim Norris (Rev) and Jed Kopp about the Bluebird and Ogden Theaters on E. Colfax. Two of Denver's oldest and Theaters that were built in the early 20th century and have become two amazing music venues that are still hosting bands and musicians from all scopes and genres. Jim, Jed and Nate all worked at the Bluebird together and in this episode they share many amazing stories of their time working together.Mentions: Intro and Outro music by:Il Cativo - From the album-To Bring Low an Empire song -"Long Gone John"sacredbonesrecords, https://www.sacredbonesrecords.com/Amy FisherBobby Collins Death Metal ArmadaMike "Tiger" LeeBig GDoug KauffmanEvan DetchmanChris SwankNobody In Particular PresentsOtion15th Street TavernJoy and Spider -zineSteven Copeland Mary Robertson Peter OreScott CampbellDanny CareyFrank BlackTHE- zineThe Lion's LairMike LatronicoHistory gathered at:Bluebird Theater - WikipediaA brief history of Colfax Avenue's Bluebird Theater | FOX31 Denver (kdvr.com)The Bluebird Theatre - Clio (theclio.com)Ogden Theatre - WikipediaFrom vaudeville to Drake, a look back at 100 years of Denver’s Ogden Theatre – The Denver PostJim Norris CO Owner ofMutiny Information Café2 S BroadwayDenver, CO. 80209303-778-7579Jed Kopp- drummer of BCDMA, Wild Canadians, Il Cativo, Ghost BuffaloBladerunner Barbershop4775 S Broadway Unit 1Englewood, CO. 80113720-217-3061dollopsfordonuts.com

In this episode Art and Nate interview Sean Melody of Produkt 42, co owner and master mind behind one of the most unique independent record labels based in Colorado Springs that is shared with his wife Apryl.  They work together to put out some truly unique music from all over the world. We talk about his time growing up in Denver and his move down to the Springs, the many amazing bands and artists involved with Produkt 42, what it's like running a record label and what the future holds. Upcoming releases, Promise Land Band-My Private Face 10/11 (4 new songs)Lucy Dreams-Achilles single 10/20Brides-Color of Love SingleMicrowaved-The Dead Shall Walk: Remixes Vol 5 11/10"Produkt 42 is a Colorado based alternative and experimental music and media label for independent artists by independent artists"Sean has been involved in both the Denver and Colorado Springs music scenes, DJ at Rock Island, and filled in for some goth and alternative nights for UZI and D.I.R.T. events with Christian Dragos. Also spent some time DJ-ing at 15th Street Tavern, The Pegasus, Cafe Netherworld, Onyx and The Snake Pit. In Colorado Springs Sean spent time as the DJ for The Rocket Room, and the Elysium Goth night.Also, Sean has worked for publications such as The Resurection, D.I.R.T. E zine, Colorado Zine pool (co-founder), Sonic Umami and Under the Brickfluence (Adult Lego Blog)Produkt 42 has put out 63 releases, Sean has personally engineered 29 albums and has done the artwork for 34 album covers.Some of his own projects include 0s0, RA1D, N.Fury.8 and Victim 323, Pale Boy and Earth InfernoIntro Music by IAMWARFACE "Say my name" from their 2023 release Year of the Dragonhttps://iamwarface.bandcamp.com/album/year-of-the-dragonOutro Music by Microwaved -The Thrill featured on the Ukraine benefit- For the People Vol 1https://produkt42.bandcamp.com/album/for-the-people-volume-1-ukrainehttps://produkt42.bandcamp.com/dollopsfordonuts.com

Art Biggs and Nate Weaver want to say sorry to Rainbow Sugar for the craziness of setting up the interview and hope we can find another time down the road that works for everyone. We talk about some of the most inspiring women in the Denver scene.  What the summer entailed. Living with Crohn's, food allergies and supporting the CCFA. Hitting up the legalization of corporate monopolies, along with Taylor Swift inspiring her fans to vote and a shout out to the underdog.Jamie-Bail Fire JewelryShannon FloydTitwrench Fest (2008-2021)https://www.facebook.com/titwrench/Nancy from 7 SouthRainbow SugarAmy Fantastic Germaine BacaCavityDanielle Ate the SandwichHemi CudaGhost BuffaloThe Lion's LairMonkey ManiaMarilyn from the MercuryLPS SchoolsReagan Hates UsJosh TaylorMonkey ManiaDanny Vigil-Iota RecordsTerry Beck-Iota RecordsSteven "Smitty Smith"Cathy at Offbeat RecordsThe Be InsRevoluciones and the Beat Crib CrewSoulcietyAmy Fisher Otion RatiocinationJulie PeasleyPhantasmorgasmBig MikeTaylor Swift inspires fans to voteFuck Xcel Energy and TicketmasterGluten Free Donuts from KatzBig love to my rock and main support, Tracy Weaverhttps://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/chapters/rockymountain/eventsWritten by Nate Weaver and Art BiggsIntro and Outro music by Art Biggsdollopsfordonuts.com

Nate and Andrew hangout with Josh Taylor from Monkey Mania and talk about the 50 N Lipan location and 2126 Arapahoe, the shows, the bands and what it took to run a independent venue. We cover the travels and craziness early 90s and what lead up to one of the coolest and unique spots in Denver. Monkey mania is:Josh TaylorNate HaydenBen BruntonMike McNuttsGermaine BacaAmy FantasticClaudine RosseaToshimi IshikiJason IssacsLuke FairchildBrian ClarkNatalie BacaSecret Girls are- Jenn Keyser, Josh Taylor and Nate HaydenFriends Forever- Josh Taylor, Nate Hayden and Ben BruntonDonuts were purchased at Mocha in Aurora, check them out they are awesome!Written by Nate WeaverCo-Host Andrew Novickhttps://www.mochausa.com/?fbclid=IwAR06cDNkj7jdwgP-v_0zHKgzmvBky9DUfIM72DIdARvZdlI_kDpPt94N9twIntro and Outro music by Friends Forever, Crushed, and Emerald 99dollopsfordonuts.com