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Colorado Musicians Drop a Diverse Slate of New Releases in June 2026
Denver’s music scene exploded in June 2026, offering a kaleidoscope of new releases that spanned emo‑folk, deathcore, punk, prog‑metal, funk, indie rock, doom, house, folk‑country, and speed metal. From singles to full‑length albums, the city’s artists showcased the breadth of their creative voices.
The month opened with A Place For Owls’ acoustic single “To Be Found,” released June 12 through Broom of Destruction. The track, a collaboration with Nashville lo‑fi artist phoneswithchords, hints at the band’s softer, indie‑folk side and sets the stage for the September 25 EP All Thieves, Vol. 1.
On June 26, two Denver acts released their debuts in a single day. Death‑core outfit Crypts of Golgotha dropped the eight‑song LP Disembodied In the Arms of Perdition via Return Trip Records, blending OSDM, brutality, and deathcore with heavy riffs, pinch harmonics, and blastbeats. Standout tracks include “The Cross on Cavalry,” “Order to Comply,” and “Elegy for a Forgotten God.” The same day, punk trio Dead Pioneers unveiled Wagon Burner on Hassle Records. The five‑track album tackles contemporary social issues through Gregg Deal’s blunt spoken‑word lyrics, with “Seeing Red” reflecting his Indigenous‑informed perspective. Guest spots from Colorado Springs femmecore band Cheap Perfume on “Nazi Teeth” and SoCal ska group The Interrupters on “Never Alone” add extra texture.
Denver’s prog‑metal group Entropist followed with the concept LP The Vision on June 25, self‑released. The eight‑track record dives into nihilistic themes using post‑metal and djent textures. Vocalist Parker Kitching, guitarist‑vocalist Solomon Smith, guitarist Will Vinson, drummer Matt Gleason, and bassist Jeremy Smith guide listeners through “The Ritual” and “Revelation.” Earlier in the month, Float Like a Buffalo’s single “Get in the Van” dropped independently on June 4. The upbeat funk track celebrates wanderlust and stepping outside comfort zones, with lyricist Cory “Beef” Meier describing it as an ode to pursuing opportunities in music, travel, or new adventures.
June 2 saw Hooper’s EP Carry Your Own Saints appear via Snappy Little Numbers. The five‑song collection marks the trio’s first release since the 2023 album Swim The Races Nobody Wants and retains a nostalgic 1990s basement vibe with tracks such as “92U” and “Lurid Blue.” Six days later, Khemmis released a self‑titled album through Nuclear Blast, their first full‑length in five years. The doom‑metal record features dual guitar work from Ben Hutcherson and Phil Pendergast, with standout tracks “Corpsebloom Garden” and “Carrion King.” On June 19, Matt Suave issued the Pride‑Month single “My House” via his PlayHaus label. The house track blends disco‑house elements with a piano breakdown, reflecting Suave’s role as a queer DJ and community builder.
Trouble’s Braids expanded from a duo to a four‑piece with the independent EP Tarantula on June 5. Drummer Ryan O’Malley and bassist Jordan Smith joined Emily Pennington and Oliver Franklin, producing cowpunk‑indie‑rock songs like “Lion’s Mouth” and “Drug of Choice.” Finally, speed‑metal band Weapönizer released the single “Victory” on June 6, part of an upcoming third album. The track delivers an anti‑fascist message and was timed to coincide with the anniversary of the Normandy landings.
Collectively, June’s releases underscore Denver’s capacity to nurture artists across a wide spectrum of genres, from introspective folk to aggressive metal and dance‑floor anthems. The city’s output demonstrates a vibrant, inclusive musical ecosystem that continues to enrich the broader cultural landscape.
The month opened with A Place For Owls’ acoustic single “To Be Found,” released June 12 through Broom of Destruction. The track, a collaboration with Nashville lo‑fi artist phoneswithchords, hints at the band’s softer, indie‑folk side and sets the stage for the September 25 EP All Thieves, Vol. 1.
On June 26, two Denver acts released their debuts in a single day. Death‑core outfit Crypts of Golgotha dropped the eight‑song LP Disembodied In the Arms of Perdition via Return Trip Records, blending OSDM, brutality, and deathcore with heavy riffs, pinch harmonics, and blastbeats. Standout tracks include “The Cross on Cavalry,” “Order to Comply,” and “Elegy for a Forgotten God.” The same day, punk trio Dead Pioneers unveiled Wagon Burner on Hassle Records. The five‑track album tackles contemporary social issues through Gregg Deal’s blunt spoken‑word lyrics, with “Seeing Red” reflecting his Indigenous‑informed perspective. Guest spots from Colorado Springs femmecore band Cheap Perfume on “Nazi Teeth” and SoCal ska group The Interrupters on “Never Alone” add extra texture.
Denver’s prog‑metal group Entropist followed with the concept LP The Vision on June 25, self‑released. The eight‑track record dives into nihilistic themes using post‑metal and djent textures. Vocalist Parker Kitching, guitarist‑vocalist Solomon Smith, guitarist Will Vinson, drummer Matt Gleason, and bassist Jeremy Smith guide listeners through “The Ritual” and “Revelation.” Earlier in the month, Float Like a Buffalo’s single “Get in the Van” dropped independently on June 4. The upbeat funk track celebrates wanderlust and stepping outside comfort zones, with lyricist Cory “Beef” Meier describing it as an ode to pursuing opportunities in music, travel, or new adventures.
June 2 saw Hooper’s EP Carry Your Own Saints appear via Snappy Little Numbers. The five‑song collection marks the trio’s first release since the 2023 album Swim The Races Nobody Wants and retains a nostalgic 1990s basement vibe with tracks such as “92U” and “Lurid Blue.” Six days later, Khemmis released a self‑titled album through Nuclear Blast, their first full‑length in five years. The doom‑metal record features dual guitar work from Ben Hutcherson and Phil Pendergast, with standout tracks “Corpsebloom Garden” and “Carrion King.” On June 19, Matt Suave issued the Pride‑Month single “My House” via his PlayHaus label. The house track blends disco‑house elements with a piano breakdown, reflecting Suave’s role as a queer DJ and community builder.
Trouble’s Braids expanded from a duo to a four‑piece with the independent EP Tarantula on June 5. Drummer Ryan O’Malley and bassist Jordan Smith joined Emily Pennington and Oliver Franklin, producing cowpunk‑indie‑rock songs like “Lion’s Mouth” and “Drug of Choice.” Finally, speed‑metal band Weapönizer released the single “Victory” on June 6, part of an upcoming third album. The track delivers an anti‑fascist message and was timed to coincide with the anniversary of the Normandy landings.
Collectively, June’s releases underscore Denver’s capacity to nurture artists across a wide spectrum of genres, from introspective folk to aggressive metal and dance‑floor anthems. The city’s output demonstrates a vibrant, inclusive musical ecosystem that continues to enrich the broader cultural landscape.