Speedwolf: " This next song's about drinkin' the devil's blood, and killin' angels! I know I've been there . . . " Metal, oh metal.

Formed in the summer of 2004 by Jared Palazzolo and Anthony Marquez, Knock-Out rose from two passions: a love for Music and a love for the vibrant Southern California music scene that has served as a foster family for so many. Hailing from Riverside, California. A well-known breeding ground for such acts like; Voodoo Glow Skulls, The Skeletones, Alien Ant Farm, and the Bellrays. They remain true to the sounds that inspired them as they grew up, blending Punk, Ska, Reggae, and dub-style Hip-Hop into a potent brew that shatters barriers at the same time it unites crowds. The lineup was complete in November of 2006 with the addition of Hoss Scholz on drums, and the trio embarked on an aggressive touring schedule to support their first self-released album, Let Go.

This self-released album was recorded and produced by Voodoo Glow Skulls' guitarist, Eddie Casillas. And a new relationship was developed between Casillas and Knock-Out. Soon after, the band was introduced to Casillas' band, The Voodoo Glow Skulls, who also took a liking to Knock-Out's "catchy" sound. The Voodoo Glow Skulls automatically stepped in and helped Knock-Out with numerous support tours opening for them. The band has since then, been touring non-stop since early 2007, building themselves a foundation of loyal fans everywhere they go. Simply, "Knocking People Out!" with their stage presence and sound. A couple of years later, the band managed to sell 4,000 copies of their debut release just from their live performances.

Teaming up in 2008 with the legendary front man Frank "Voodoo" Casillas from the Voodoo Glow Skulls on his debut label, California Street Music, they quickly set out to record Another Wasted Night, the highly anticipated follow up to Let Go. With Eddie Casillas once again, producing and recording. After the release of Another Wasted Night, Knock-Out headed back out on the road to support it. This time out included Knock-Out's first trip overseas to the UK which has now become a main touring stop every year for the band due to a steady growth of their European fan base. Along with all of the touring came the departure of bassist Anthony Marquez who was replaced by Logan Barton in the Fall of 2009. In addition the band felt it was time to step up their game a notch and add Lead Guitarist Danny Soto into the band the following year. After these two key additions, the band was finally perfected and complete.

In the Fall of 2009, Jared Palazzolo met Joe Escalante, (Vandals/ Kung Fu Records), in Japan while Palazzolo was working a festival for Voodoo Glow Skulls. Shortly after the random meeting, Kung Fu Records digitally released both Let Go and Another Wasted Night. For the first time both releases by the band were available worldwide for anyone to enjoy. From the Fall of 2009 to the end of 2010, Knock-Out supported the Re Release of the Albums on the road including a tour with the Vandals, a UK tour supporting Manchester's finest Sonic Boom Six, their first Warped Tour dates, and 2 US Headlining Tours.

The band is currently writing and planning for the upcoming 3rd release as well as gearing up for the bands first full European headlining tour. As of now it is up in the air as far as who will release the record but the band is focused on writing what they believe are the best songs they have to date.
Now having toured and played with most of the Idols they grew up listening to, which now include; RANCID, FISHBONE, THE VANDALS, VOODOO GLOW SKULLS, THE MIGHTY MIGHTY BOSSTONES, X, STIFF LITTLE FINGERS, BIG B, THE DIRTY HEADS, GUTTERMOUTH, LEFTOVER CRACK, THE EXPENDABLES, BIG D & THE KIDS TABLE, AUTHORITY ZERO, THE AGGROLITES, HEPCAT and MUSTARD PLUG to name a few. They aren't just living the dream; they are bringing it to your town.

"The Potato Pirates take various styles of music considered dead — or at least exhausted of ideas — and injects them with an infectious, youthful exuberance. Part ska, part punk, part whatever it is that this quintet has absorbed over the years, the resulting sound crackles with a wiry energy."

Frontside Five came to life in a downtown Denver garage during the Summer of 2002 by a group of friends who shared a common idea. The idea was to create original, fast, powerful music inspired by the things they loved and hated the most. The things they love; skate sessions, loud music, and cheap beer. The things they hate; anything that does not include the items listed in the previous sentence. They have spent countless hours creating art and music that represent this idea. Driven by their motivation to be heard, Frontside Five has signed to Fivecore Records and is nationally touring.

After six years together as a band you become more than just a band…you become a family, a way of life, and oddly enough you become a marriage. A marriage between five band members, one whole hearted passion, and thousands of fans who've each had their day made just a little bit better by hearing the unique and eccentric sound of Synthetic Elements. During the early spring of 2001, long time skating buddies Todd McMullan (Lead singer/Guitar) and Kyle Hernandez (Bass) started what would soon become Synthetic Elements, to get out of the cold and find a new pastime and dodge the crazy Colorado weather. Growing up in a small farm town of less than 10,000 people, punk rock music wasn't the most popular sound coming from teens stereos, but after being introduced to the likes of Goldfinger, Less Than Jake, & Rancid on video games, Todd knew he wanted to dive headfirst into the ska/punk scene. Less than 48 hours after the youngest member of the band graduated high school, the band hit the road for a solid two and a half years of touring! Thick skulled and unprepared, Synthetic Elements learned relatively quickly that there are only two things that create success in the music industry: blind luck and a never say die DIY attitude. Choosing the later of the two, the band released two full length albums along with two EP's while on the road, all self produced and distributed. These albums became, more than anything, stepping stones in the path to finding Synthetic Elements own unique and amazing sound. With musical influences all over the spectrum, there is one common denominator that can be found in every one of Synthetic Elements songs: Energy!!!! It's the explosion of energy that starts with the first note of their live performance and resonates in your body long after the last chord blares from the speaker that keeps the hundreds and hundreds of fans, in Denver alone, coming back for more, show after show after show. "Somewhere in between Voodoo Glow Skulls and Dropkick Murphy's is a drunken-blast known as Synthetic Elements. The music sounds like a party where nobody gets pissed about what kind of beer is served, where the chicks ask the guys to dance, and everyone asks the band to play their next shin-dig. It's not music for every type of people, just yours." says Nerf aka Jeb Freedman, Program Manager and afternoon DJ on Denver based KTCL 93.3 FM. After beating down the road and logging close to 400 shows, Synthetic Elements decided to settle back in Colorado where they built Sockout Studios and began recording 2007 release "Standing Still". Instantaneously word spread and popularity in the Colorado scene grew. After being picked by DJs and radio listeners to play at KTCLs Big Gig(with punk staples Social Distortion) in August, old-school sounding punk tune "I Can't Believe" worked its way into regular rotation on the Clear Channel station in December and gained major label interest from Roadrunner/Atlantic records. In today's thriving Denver music scene, it's no surprise to hear the never-ending buzz about Synthetic Elements. Colorado Music Buzz magazine pegs them as "What to Watch for in '08" and with radio support of KTCL 93.3 FM presenting their local shows, SE are the ultimate self-sufficient, DIY crew, in the driver's seat of the Colorado punk scene. Sharing the stage and touring with everyone from ska gods The Skatalites, English Beat, and The Slackers, to pop-ska legends Mustard Plug and the Mad Caddies. You even might have seen them at Warped Tour alongside Big D and the Kids Table or firing up a sold out crowd for the Aquabats. Breaking ground on their 4th full-length album in early 2008, Synthetic Elements is heading full force into its seventh year with all four original members (Todd, Kyle, Brett-Drums, & Mike-Trumpet/Keys/Vocals). With newest member Johnson(Bone/Accordion/Washboard) adding even more diversity to the mix, the band has found its sound and writes tunes that everyone can relate to in their own little way. Main singer/songwriter Todd says "We're not a political band, or anything like that. We don't try to preach our individual beliefs to anyone through our music. We write songs that everyone can relate to because we write songs about life. That's something that everyone has in common and brings us all together as one." The Synthetic Element family will go on forever in one way or another. The band grew up together and learned so much about life, for better or for worse, together. "To me its way more than just the music, it just seems normal to take this journey together, and along the way write some songs to share with anyone who will listen. " And anyone who will listen to Synthetic Elements is guaranteed to have on hell of a good time!

Combining the energetic, rebellious, horn-driven noise of 90’s Ska and Pop-Punk with modern Punk and Alternative, The A-OKs are a seven piece powerhouse from Denver, CO. Locally acclaimed, The A-OKs are known for their non-stop dance and mosh-fueled shows where the party doesn’t stop on stage or on the dance floor until the lights go out. They have toured, twice, across the west coast to play main stage at Pamona, California’s Ska in the Park festival and are acknowledged nationally for playing with many established and big name acts. They’ve conquered the underground scene in the west and plan to head North for a Canadian and East Coast tour in 2011.

After countless EPs and Demos, The A-OKs released their first, self-licensed and produced, full length album, Words Are Not For Eating in 2010 to a celebrated response.

Since forming in early 2007, Glass Delirium has explored new depths of what it means to create. They are composed of unique dual male and female lead vocals, guitar and keyboards sharing the rhythm and lead, and a solid, creative, and musically driven rhythm section. The intensity and emotion from this combination can be felt in the music and is very real and raw. The passion behind each instrument is surreal and can be heard within seconds of listening to them for the first time.

Glass Delirium takes pride in their live shows and you can really see how much passion and love they have for their music. When they hit the stage there is a certain vibe they put out out that is just as haunting as it is beautiful!! It's a real experience with and for real people who strap themselves in for the ride of their lifetime as if today were their last day on earth.

With both a marketable and an experimental sound, there is a uniqueness about them that radiates from their individual Voice. No two members of Glass Delirium mentally process life the same and it shows in the end result of their sound. There is a certain darkness that has been embedded into their music from the simple fact that not being comfortable in your own shoes builds unique character.

Glass Delirium recently recorded a 4-track EP demo at Colorado Sound Recording Studios with house engineer J.P. Manza. Along with being very happy with the result of the CD, they have handed out hundreds of the demo, respectfully titled "Forgotten Serenade", in just a couple of months. The band plans to return to Colorado Sound before the end of 2008. Check it out, add them if you haven't already, leave feedback, and most importantly, come to a show if/whenever you can. The live performance is definitely one that should not be passed up.

Skyfox is a band that you should never ever take for granted or underestimate. In order for any band to make it they need to spend years of hard work and dedication perfecting themselves and what they do into a rock solid piece of musical machinery. Once the machinery is built the quest for constant improvement must continue. This is exactly how Skyfox operates. Don't ever think because these guys are some of the most fun loving and down to Earth guys offstage that they don't deliver the definitive pop-punk experience on stage. With years of experience in the rock n roll trenches behind them Skyfox knows how to craft each note into a hook and each hook into a song and each song into a live performance that is as tight and dynamic as a band can deliver. Like the war plane they are named after Skyfox can "Bring the rain!" and their very large and loyal fan base thank them for it.

Elway is an American punk rock band from Fort Collins, Colorado. Their sound is a unique and inebriated take on a time-tested formula: aggressive punk rock with soaring melodies coupled with lyrics ranging from that of the sad sap to the indignant atheist with a bevy of homespun dick jokes.

Punk Rock? Most would say that today, punk rock is hard to define. Modern day hybrid genres and crossover styles have diluted what many have relied on to be safe and comfortable representations of 'punk'. But punk rock was never meant to be safe. Whether facing the harsh reality of world affairs, or the blunt truth of one's inescapable demons, no one is truly safe from what they don't want to see and hear. It is in this raw, vulnerable state that Boldtype was born. Singing from the gut and sweating from the heart, Boldtype refuses to be a victim. Choosing to challenge oppression inside and out, Boldtype is working to remove the rose-colored veil that keeps us all comfortable and safe. March with us, judge us, dance with us or label us, Boldtype will remain self reliant in the fight to deliver untainted truth. That's punk enough for us.

Where We Are
Immersed. We are working with Ross Mcafee (of Warped Tour's E.I.Y. stage and Denver's Dr. Neptune), who is taking a producer and managers roll never before occupied so greatly by anyone outside the band. Ross brings a fine-tuned ear for old school thrash and fresh contemporary perspective to the table. With production nearly complete we soon head to the recording studio to track and mix what will be our most nurtured album scheduled for a early spring release.

Hustle. One of the biggest mistakes bands make is to assume that some one or some recording label will step through the door and change their life. Success will not discover you. Success must be earned. This has never been more true than in today's digital music age. And given the ever-increasing accessibility of all facets of the on and offline music industry we can't be more exited to explore and utilize new avenues of promotion.

Rocking out loud and proud. Boldtype is investigating new regions for touring opportunities, establishing connections and building relationships with new bands and friends and increasing our brand awareness (that's right, punk snobs, BRAND. Get over it).

Anchor Point lubricates your evening; a shot of whiskey without a chaser. Raw throats and sore shoulders from fist pumps should be expected the next day after their shows, along with melodies running through your head as unshakeable as your hangover. Forming in August 2010, Anchor Point, as a relatively young Denver band, has already managed to build a solid reputation as a dynamic live act and released their debut, the Eugune E.P., in March 2011; a 5 song ode to gruff, anthemic punk rock. Pack up a carful of friends, conceal your flask, and head out to a show as soon as possible.

The Dendrites are an instrumental mix of traditional vibes, and modern techniques. Through the roots and branches of long time friendships, this ensemble has joined together in the ever constant pursuit of joy and unity through love and music. Dancing is release, music is communication, and the celebration is the revolution.

Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines Truckasaurus as: (1) Four stories of car crushing, fire breathing, prehistoric insanity. (2) Not to be confused with an actual dinosaur but with just as much deadly potential. Has been know to actually KILL people with noise. (3) A raw, unsensored, all-out destruction derby of punk fuckin rock complete with explosions, flying debris and riot police getting mowed over by punks in spray painted Yugos.

Ska Skank Redemption converged in late 2007. Three years later, the musical evidence has solidified their reputation as one of the most diverse bands in Colorado. They have pulled heavy influence from Funk, Swing, Latin, Metal, and Jazz. Be it in a bar, club, theater, or basement, Ska Skank Redemption is the sweetest singing crowbar to the face you'll ever experience. Metaphorically speaking.

Horn Tinged 21st Century Rock 'N' Roll band from Berkeley, CA beating Rock 'N' Roll dead just one more time.

"I remember a time when music had soul, music had a conscience and music had balls...man." - Bill Hicks ---- KING RAT ---- There is no whining in this band. There are no victims in this band. There is no sheepish shrugging when the time comes to take responsibility for choices and actions. Rather than make excuses and sob at life's misfortunes, King Rat hurls back with tunes that hit hard and fast into the target's face. The band is fueled by authentic punk rock do-it-yourself rebellion. They have developed an outspoken identity of self-reliance and literary blue collar grit. This is a band influenced by the old school: singing from the gut, thinking with the heart, and gnashing with the teeth. They chew through the modern mire of sonic litter and offer a soundtrack for people who are engaged in facing and beating the shit out of their demons. King Rat does not rely on the opinions of television and newspapers to sway their decisions. They have fought through loss and created their own identity that forbids them from fleeing to suburbia to wait for death. King Rat started out by adhering to the original notion of punk independence. Musical trends come and go. Punk rock was once a vehicle for voicing personal or political outrage and social defiance. It has digressed into an umbrella sheltering a horde of spoiled boy bands whining with tattoos and guitars. These imposters promote collective misery under the guise of being rebels. King Rat has never, nor will ever bastardize the purity of their roots by acting like children when the battle requires them to fight like men. They are going to do it their way sweating, swaggering, staggering and bleeding. King Rat is no stranger to the scene, having self-produced six studio albums and toured the U.S. many times. The latest effort, entitled EVERYTHING BURNS, is now available on Amazon.com and iTunes via Fivecore Records.. Of the hundreds of gigs they've played, the most notable have been with Bad Brains, X, Pennywise, Screeching Weasel, Bad Religion, The Adicts, Alkaline Trio, U.S. Bombs, Supersuckers, Rancid, H2O, Bad Religion, ALL, U.K. Subs and the Lunachicks...to name a few.

Progressive psychobilly. It's fast. It's brutal. It'll kick you right in the earballs.

When Orphans started in early 2011, none of us knew what was going to happen. Mutual acquaintances became fast friends, and that spring we began recording

The Ruckus made the move from Kansas to Colorado in August of 2011, and they love to play music. They also love to aurally sensate you, and thoroughly enjoy gettin' down and skanky. So put on your dancin' pants and get ready to get a lil' groovy, cuz the Ruckus train's a comin!

Started in 2007 Travis Blood/Bass and Katie Kadavarr/Drums, set sail to start a band bringing on Markula to lead this ship, and recruiting Human Steve to play lead guitar. Getting their first show Halloween 2009 @ House of Jacks was the start of an adventurous journey. 1 year later having shared the stage with the likes of The Stellar Corpses, Blitzkid, Koffin Kats, 3 Bad Jacks, The Lurking Corpses, Rythm Dragons, Henchmen, and many others. They keep sailing these mile high seas not searching for lost treasure, but loud fast fun oh and... BLOOD