Author: Mikey Unruh

Community, Features

Atlas Presents: The Screwtape Letters

March 6, 2014

C.S. Lewis has long been known for his ability to tell a creative engaging story while also delving into serious theological and religious matters. His works create platform for discussing such topics in a manner that is compelling and appealing to a large audience. Such is the case for The Screwtape Letters, a piece comprised of correspondence from a senior demon to a new recruit, providing a picture of the temptation to engage in harmful or destructive activities or lifestyles.

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25 Things You Didn’t Want to Know About In the Whale

September 2, 2013

In The Whale is a band that needs little introduction around Colorado, especially as of late. Included among the recent accomplishments of duo Nate Valdez and Eric Riley are a number of huge shows, including a set at Red Rocks for the Film on the Rocks, the main stage at the Westword Music Showcase, playing SXSW, performing with Local H, Middle Class Rut, and winning the Westword Award in the Rock/Alternative category.

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You Me & Apollo Talk About Touring and Living in Fort Collins

August 23, 2013

You Me & Apollo began in Arizona, with one man, Brent Cowles, a name, and an EP, but once they relocated to Fort Collins things began to really develop. Writing new songs and acquiring a band to play with him, the music began to really take shape, developing the sound that many, especially in Colorado have grown to love.

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Music, Print, Reviews

Review: Kid Cudi – Indicud

May 16, 2013

After Kid Cudi stopped smoking weed and decided to make a rock album, critics and fans began to question whether his music would ever be as successful as his early releases. However, when he announced that he was working on his newest album, Indicud, which he stated would be his “version of [Dr. Dre’s] The Chronic 2001,” speculation began that he had parted ways with sobriety and would begin rapping again. The speculations were confirmed when the first single, “Just What I Am,” was released. Featuring Cudi’s signature hazy, stoner production, the track is primarily about smoking marijuana with the words, “I need smoke, I need to smoke,” repeated through the hook. It was obvious that the Cudi that fans had grown to love was back.

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Cover Story: Capital Cities Make Colorado “Safe and Sound”

May 6, 2013

A musician’s status is usually measured by the number of record sales, number one singles, and sold-out shows they achieve, but the indie duo Capital Cities has found success without even releasing a full-length album. Their first single, “Safe and Sound,” has been in heavy rotation on alternative and pop radio since its release and has continually grown in popularity.

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