Hex Fest is Denver’s largest metal festival of the summer. September 6th and 7th, the musical onslaught hits Lost Lake Lounge, The Bluebird, and Goosetown Tavern. The massive lineup includes 30 brutal bands, plus tons of food, drinks, merch, and even artists on hand giving out free hex tattoos. You read that right: free tattoos. Hex Fest is way too big for one venue, so they’re going with a three-pronged approach. Lost Lake Lounge, The Bluebird, and Goosetown Tavern will split the bands ten apiece over the two days. Needless to say, this event brings in bands from all corners of the... Read More

In case you haven’t heard, metalheads are among the coolest people you can meet. Well crafted beers are easily enjoyed, and pizza is, at least environmentally, an even greater invention than the wheel. Looking for a one-stop-shop for all three? Look no further than Black Sky Brewery on 5th and Santa Fe. Regardless of your favorite genre of metal, Black Sky welcomes everyone. You can tell what this place is about from the mural above the front door featuring skeletal demons frozen in an otherworldly cheers. Another mural of a demon with a content look and an overflowing beer mug keeps patrons... Read More