Victoria Tavern
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Thunder Body
February 14, 2012
Friday night at the Victoria!!
Thunder Body is analog roots reggae, futuristic gospel, and psychedelic madness. Thunder Body is an adventure in sound, a sweet soul experience. There is no other band like Thunder Body.
Thunder Body consists of Matthew O’Brian (former lead singer and guitar player in Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad), playing drums and singing, Rachel Orke (former GPGDS) on analog keyboards and melodica, Dennis Mariano and Sam Snyder on guitar, Jeremiah Pacheco on bass, and Brian Blatt on “Science”. Thunder Body is a timeless new direction in music.
Formed in spring 2010, Thunder Body has shared the stage with Third World, Ozomatli, John Brown’s Body, Rubblebucket and many others. The band offers a self-titled 5 song EP, with a full-length studio recording to be released in the fall. In July, Thunder Body will embark on a journey out to the West Coast, ending with the Poudre Valley Reggae Festival in direct support of the Wailers.
Mad Dog and the Smokin’ J’s
January 31, 2012
With over 400 shows, 4 releases, and 8 tours across two continents since their formation in 2009, Mad Dog and the Smokin’ Js have established themselves as one of the busiest road bands in Colorado. High-energy delivery and powerful songwriting propel the power trio’s reputation as a premier Denver based roots rock’n'roll band. Be sure to check out MDSJ’s forth release “Wired and Tired” (15¢/HighFive! Records) available now! MDSJ is currently touring with their forth release and working on their fifth; due out for release in mid 2012. In 2011 the band found good success with the release which drifted away from the power rock to a more surf roots and rockabilly sound. This sound was further enhanced with the appointment of but seemed cut short with the leave of Frazier, but lead to the acquisition of current guitarist and singer Jay Nasty. The sound again evolved to a wider spectrum of country roots and punk rock influence with their forth release, “Wired and Tired” (2011 15¢/HighFive Records).
The Sessh
January 19, 2012
Friday and Saturday night from 9:30 until 2!!
The Sessh’s musical rue uses funk-rock and soul flavored ingredients from New Orleans as well as early 70’s funk, hip-hop and driving rock. The band has completed their first EP “Fressh Vol.1” and continues to add to their repertoire of original material while allowing the music to grow from their experiences together.
Bursting with energy, emotion, and unpredictable experimentation, the Colorado based trio tears open the artistic envelope, bringing both nuance and eclectic strength to their electrofunk oriented repertoire. Their sound is both atmospheric and ambitious, without losing the pedal-to-the-metal power that keeps their audience dancing into the night and wanting more.
JON WAYNE & THE PAIN: This Saturday 12/17!!
December 16, 2011
This Saturday, The Vic, will host the Annual Snowball Party as a fundraiser for the Monarch Free Ride Teams. One of the biggest parties of the year, you don’t want to miss this! John Wayne & The Pain, will kick down their signature blend of rock, reggae and dub-step. (If your looking for an album that blends Sublime, Long Beach Dub Allstars, and Slightly Stoopid rolled into one then look no further.) PLUS, we’ll have tons of fantastic prizes to raffle off! Party starts @ 8pm; $10 donation. Yeah!
Midwest reggae rockers Jon Wayne and The Pain have been carving a sizable niche in the reggae-rock genre. Their 2010 sophomore release “Follow Through” builds upon the success of the group’s self-titled 2008 debut album, once again showcasing their unique mix of reggae, rock, and dub that fans can’t get enough of. Reliably packing dance floors, the perpetually touring act has really evolved in the past year on the road. Their sound continues to morph with their live Dub-Step experimentation and high energy renditions of their original and catchy recorded tracks.
Holden Young Trio: Friday, 12/9
December 6, 2011
This just in! The Holden Young Trio, will be in the house on Friday, December 9th! Looks like it’s gonna be another weekend of choc full of live music here at, The Victoria Tavern! Yeah!
Now Boulder-based, The Holden Young Trio came to be in 2006 when Holden moved to Colorado after working in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. Holden’s songs are well-crafted and rootsy. Influences from every genre of music can be found in his writing along with a heavy back-beat of funk and rock.
Ethyl & The Regulars: Sat 12/10 @ 9 pm
December 6, 2011
Western Swing your thing? Ready to break out your rockabilly-self and enjoy some Hillbilly Bop?
Join us in welcoming, Ethyl & The Regulars, back to The Victoria Tavern. This Saturday, ONE NIGHT ONLY, Ethyl & The Regulars, will get your toes tapping while you enjoy drink specials all night long. Show starts at 9 pm and will feature a special performance by, The Salida Starlettes.
DRESS TO IMPRESS because this is an event you don’t want to miss! O! and at midnight we’ll be toasting, James Brown, as he celebrates the 25th anniversary of his 25th birthday! BE THERE OR BE SQUARE!
FULL BELLY, Saturday Night 11/19 @ 9:30 pm
November 17, 2011
Enjoy the funk-tastic sounds of, Full Belly, this Saturday Night. Colorado’s, Full Belly, seamlessly blends rock, reggae, jazz and funk, creating all American music with depth and soul! Full Belly, fuels the fire with funky beats, jazzy interludes and improvisational tones to coin the phrase,”Groove Induced”! Drink specials! Show starts @ 9:30 pm! See you there!!
2nd Annual Pimp & Ho Party
November 10, 2011
Friday Night, 11-11-11, marks the Victoria Tavern’s 2nd Annual Pimp & Ho Party – also known as DOUG’s B’DAY PARTY! That’s right, get out your sassy digs and come celebrate with Doug and the rest of the Vic Crew! We’ll host the Hottest Zoot Suit Contest, and the First EVER Sexy Panty Contest! (What can we say, Doug is a Ho, but we love him anyway.) DJ DJ will be bumpin’ some tunes, so plan on shakin’ your tail feathers! Party Starts at 10 pm!!!
Laydeez Night Tonight
November 10, 2011
It’s LAYDEEZ NIGHT! Come on down for drink specials and get down on the dance floor with DJ DJ!!
Spooky! Scary! Halloween Party Saturday Night!!
October 27, 2011
Dress UP and get DOWN at the Victoria Tavern’s Halloween Costume Party. Break out your best costume to win $100 in the costume contest, and lots of other fun stuff. Music by the Groove Farmer’s, and special guests. It is sure to be a blast! we will see you all there!! Party starts at 9:30 pm, $3 cover.
