August 25 — Oblio’s Arrow may be Denver’s most ever-changing band. Steven Lee Lawson and Will Duncan formed a musical bond as teenagers and after 10 years of playing around Denver they’ve recycled titles and members but finally settled on a six-piece band. However, the former duo won’t budge on their affinity for old Americana and, oppositely, experimental rock. Their album, Plain Old American Mess, documents emotion while their live shows capture the band’s eclecticism. There are only three shows left with the current lineup and after that, Lawson and Duncan will be reworking things.

July 22 — Miniature Tigers’ approach to pop music is simple. Hooks plus simple melodies and catchy choruses equals a solid song. With one album under their belts the band is anticipating the release of their new album, in stores July 27, and their first headlining tour. Charlie Brand, the group’s vocalist and guitarist, talked about the new album and playing live.