KRFC Around Town

Hear a live performance of the songs on the KRFC holiday album, NoCo Sings the Holidays, from the Armory in Old Town Fort Collins

VS brings raw power to the folk rock landscape.  With one foot in the Detroit garage rock and another firmly in the cosmic roots rock of the 1970s. TMULE VS Nic Clark explore the world through existential and eye-opening lyrics. With lyrical finesse of storytellers such as Robert Hunter and Neil Young, their songs engage with the listeners own experiences through vast landscapes of love, loss, and...

You’ll find Taylor Shae at the dusty intersection of anthemic Americana & velvety alt-country. The crossroads between all-out dreamers and desperate outlaws. Having grown up in the shadow of the epic Colorado mountains, Taylor creates experiences and tells stories that make people feel real and alive.

Dial into Morin’s career catalog and discover a musical chameleon whose sonic landscapes fuse together the best of American roots music: blues, folk, soul, bluegrass and the timeless and distinctive sounds of the countryside, from the Western Plains and Rocky Mountains to the rolling Appalachian Piedmont and the rhythmic melting pot of the deep South.   

Northern Colorado's premier manouche trio playing classic hot club sounds of the 30s, 40s and beyond!

Currently featuring Michael Kirkpatrick (vocals and acoustic guitar), Sean Macaulay (drum set and percussion), and Jo Asker (double bass), the quartet released their debut record, Glad We Found You , in 2022. With this record the band was voted “Best Debut Artist 2022” by the Colorado Playlist Listener/Fan Poll . With the new addition of lead guitarist (Daenk), their Sophomore record is in the wor...

The Traveling Ones live up to their name, following where their hearts and muses lead them. After releasing two albums, the duo are excited to get back to their roots of songwriting and soulful harmonies, calling Fort Collins home.

Graham Good is hailed as the Messiah of Modern Rock (Nick Stock, jambands.com) due to his infectious energy and classic song writing. Specializing in Feel-Good//Funk-Folk-Rock, this group touches on a plethora of genres that help make them an easy band for any new fan to instantly connect with. The band has played iconic Denver venues such as Red Rocks, The Ogden, The Gothic, and The Bluebird open...

D.J. Williams is an acclaimed guitarist, singer-songwriter, and producer based in Denver, CO whose illustrious career has seen him traverse the globe, igniting stages ranging from intimate clubs to renowned festivals with his band’s fiery performances. Described by Premier Guitar as “… a monster… an inventive, effective, and ear-catching soloist, armed with a warm tone and superior chops,” William...

Looking for a party? Look no further; Frogboat has you covered. Weaving an eclectic mix of stylings from funk, rock, and jazz, the band ties their sonic landscape together with undeniably dancey grooves and explosive energy. Hailing from Northern Colorado, Frogboat is ready and waiting to hit the stage and bring their fans to the dance floor. 

Poudre Valley Playboys, a collaboration of Colorado guitar phenomenon Josh Long and upright bass aficionado Mark Verschoor, is high-octane classic country-rockabilly-surf music that gets any crowd jumping and hollering within the first few bars.   Josh and Mark dig deep into the archives to pull out some overlooked gems of yesteryear in addition to cult classics from the rockabilly, country, and s...

Looking for a party? Look no further; Frogboat has you covered. Weaving an eclectic mix of stylings from funk, rock, and jazz, the band ties their sonic landscape together with undeniably dancey grooves and explosive energy. Hailing from Northern Colorado, Frogboat is ready and waiting to hit the stage and bring their fans to the dance floor. 

Michael Kirkpatrick, Rocky Mountain-based vocalist and songwriter blends elements of acoustic fingerstyle and folk rock to cradle lush songscapes in a fuzzy paradoxical blanket of sunshine and fog. Obsessed by mandolin, guitar and groomed by bluegrass festival culture, Michael has carved a unique presence in the Colorado singer-songwriter, string band and rock scene. With a voice that ranges from...

Fresh Fruit! is a Denver based group engaging listeners in their “smooth soul butter”. After two years of having stirred their groovy spoon in the bowl of fruity loops, the cereal was long past soggy. Through the first two years, each of the boys had experienced enough transformative life experience bullshit to inspire them to completely scrap their first EP attempt, revolutionary. Feeling that th...

Gora Gora Orkestar brings the sounds of the Old World to the Rocky Mountains performing high-energy Balkan and Klezmer music. Formed in 2009, this 11-piece brass band is dedicated to making the audience dance with driving rhythms and innovative approaches to the traditional music of Eastern Europe. Since its formation, Gora Gora has focused on learning this music with attention and authenticity, a...

Garden District is a Funk and Neo-Soul band from northern Colorado fusing multiple influences of old and new sounds. Great music to nod your head and shake your hips to!

Since 2021 Libélula has captivated audiences across Colorado's Front Range. Their music is both exciting and soulful, blending Funk and Groove with R&B and Jazz. With powerful, soaring vocals and enthralling improvisations, Libélula's exhilarating sound brings audiences to their feet and dancers to the dance floor!

Violet Pilot’s musical adventure is just beginning, and will continue to evolve. We’re excited for the future and the incredible music we will make.  With Love,  Jo, Sean and Michael & Daenk

Born in 2017 from the Fort Collins’ Irish scene at Mulligan’s Pub, Once Upon a Tune is a lively, traditional, Celtic group featuring the inspired, creative fiddle musings of Janel Vanderwarf, expressive guitar rhythms of Scott Steidley, and primal bodhran accompaniment of Mary Ellen Watterson. Janel Vanderwarf picked up the fiddle at the age of sixteen and never looked back. Self-taught, Janel “fo...

Dusty-altcountry-americana is at the heart of Colorado born and raised singer-songwriter, Taylor Shae’s sound. Having rocked stages at festivals and venues across Colorado since 2016, Taylor brings stories of outlaws & dreamers to life in her songs, with velvety-toned, powerhouse vocals.  At 24, the songwriter has independently released 4 albums, a handful of singles, and has earned awards for...

An hour-long folk and country concert with Christine Alice & Aubrey Dale. Playing for the KRFC Happy Hour Crowd at The Magic Rat in Fort Collins.

Cloud Nothings is an American indie rock band, founded by Dylan Baldi, based in Cleveland, Ohio. The band's current lineup includes Dylan Baldi (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Jayson Gerycz (drums), and Chris Brown (bass).  They are known for their energetic, guitar-pop sound, often incorporating elements of punk and indie rock. 

Since their inception in 2011, ATOMGA has continued to be a refreshing staple in the Colorado music circuit. Celebrating 13 years as a band and 13 years of creating a unique brand of afrobeat music infused with elements of jazz, rock, hip hop, and funk. Using this foundation, they are able to build polyrhythms which always get their audience moving! Through the years, ATOMGA has had remixes by art...

Internationally acclaimed as a mesmerizing live performer, Cary Morin’s soul-stirring voice and jaw-dropping fingerstyle guitar playing have captivated audiences for decades.  Dial into Morin’s career catalog and discover a musical chameleon whose sonic landscapes fuse together the best of American roots music: blues, folk, soul, bluegrass and the timeless and distinctive sounds of the countryside...

Graham Good is hailed as the Messiah of Modern Rock (Nick Stock, jambands.com) due to his infectious energy and classic song writing. Specializing in Feel-Good//Funk-Folk-Rock, this group touches on a plethora of genres that help make them an easy band for any new fan to instantly connect with.  The band has played iconic Denver venues such as Red Rocks, The Ogden, The Gothic, and The Bluebird ope...