Denver, CO
Storied Denver vinyl shop opens 2nd location in time for Record Store Day
Pink Floyd, Bob Dylan, Black Sabbath and the Eagles all released major albums in 1975. So did Bruce Springsteen, Steely Dan, Paul Simon and Led Zeppelin. And you can still find some of them (probably most of them) at Wax Trax Records, which opened in Denver that year and has been Capitol Hill’s neighborhood record shop for three generations of music fans.
But you’ll also find vinyl pressings by modern stars like Olivia Rodrigo, Harry Styles and Taylor Swift, not to mention fringe bands and local acts, which isn’t something most people would have predicted in the 1990s as CD sales and online music put an end to the record business.
Or so it seemed – a resurgence in interest in physical records began about a decade ago when stores like Urban Outfitters began selling cheap turntables to Gen Z. In 2013, 6.8 million vinyl albums were sold in the United States, according to Statista. Five years later, annual sales had reached 16.1 million, and in 2023, record makers sold 49.6 million vinyl albums.
“The record industry has had its ups and downs and we have been there for a lot of that,” said Pete Stidman, the majority owner of Wax Trax, 638 E. 13th Ave.
“Right now, things have really come back. … People have started to crave something more than ethereal, digital, have-it-whenever-you-want-it musical experiences,” he added. “Vinyl is not only a direct connection to the music because it is analog, but it is a physical object – and the cover art is a lot of it. That physical piece is important to people.”
So important that Stidman has opened a second, satellite store, Wax Trax Broadway Bazaar, alongside a friend’s vintage clothing business at 200 S. Broadway. Both locations will host big parties for Record Store Day on Saturday, April 20 (see below for details).
The new shop began as a holiday popup last November, but it did so well, Stidman decided to keep it going with additional hours; he’ll open up the full space for the first time this weekend. “People like having a record shop in their neighborhood, being able to walk to it,” he explained. “It doesn’t have the depth that the other store has, but it has what people want.”
Stidman took over at Wax Trax in March 2020, at the beginning of the pandemic, after spending 20 years in Boston. But he was very familiar with the store. His father, Dave, and Dave’s business partner Duane Davis, had run it since 1978 when they bought it from its previous owners.
During the pandemic closure, he set about cleaning it up and reorganizing the layout – “restoring it to its former glory from the ‘80s and ‘90s,” as he phrased it – and began thinking about opening a second location. South Broadway was the obvious choice, he figured, because of its ties to Denver’s music scene, its location near various venues and its counter-culture vibe.
He wanted to new spot to have its own personality, however. “The Capitol Hill location has a lot of dust on it. Some of the posters on the wall go back to the 1970s. The Broadway location is a lot cleaner and has a lot more sunshine in it. Each place will be unique.”
Record Store Day
Wax Trax will feature hundreds of official RSD releases at both locations and beginner turntable giveaways from Denver-based Victrola. The 13th Avenue store will feature four Denver bands: The Tammy Shine, Quits, Bad Boy Bug, and Cherry Spit. It opens at 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 20. The Broadway store, opening at 10 a.m., will feature DJ Moe Velez from KUVO Jazz radio.
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Von Miller has made it abundantly clear that he would like to return to the Denver Broncos and finish his career where it started. Miller has made that fact known at every possible opportunity, including a Von’s Vision charity event on Wednesday.
“I would love to bring back those Super Bowl 50 vibes, love to assist, to be the vice president to Bo Nix, to Courtland Sutton,” Miller said. “I’ve been the guy and also I’ve been the vice president as well. I would love to contribute to us getting back to the glory land, to holding up that trophy.”
Miller went on to note that he has lobbied coach Sean Payton to sign him (Payton coached Miller at a flag football tournament earlier this year).
Unfortunately for Miller, it sounds like there are no plans for a potential reunion with his old club. The Denver Post‘s Luca Evans reported that “as of last week,” there have been no talks between the Broncos and Miller’s representatives about a potential contract.
With a crowded outside linebacker room, Denver seems unlikely to re-sign Miller, but the 37-year-old pass rusher said he will “for sure” play in 2026. After totaling nine sacks with the Washington Commanders last fall, Miller will probably be able to find a home as a rotational pass rusher, but it might not be with the Broncos.
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Denver, CO
Denver Summit FC delays opening of Centennial Stadium, will play next 2 home games at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park
Denver Summit FC will play their next two home games at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park.
Colorado’s first professional women’s soccer team was hoping to be at their new training facility in Centennial by July, but team says recent rain delayed construction, so they need to push back by two weeks.
That means their July 3 and July 12 matches will be at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City.
Summit FC is hopeful to be at their stadium in Centennial for their July 18 game against the Portland Thorns.
Centennial Stadium will ultimately become Summit’s training facility. They’ll play their games there until 2028, when they hope to move into their official home stadium at the Santa Fe Yards at Broadway and I-25. The Santa Fe Yards stadium will have room for more than 14,000 fans.
Denver, CO
Denver Fashion Week Responds To Community Demand With Second Model Audition Date – 303 Magazine
Following overwhelming demand from aspiring models across Colorado, Denver Fashion Week (DFW) has announced a second round of model auditions for its upcoming Fall/Winter 2026 runway season.
According to DFW, the organization received a large number of emails and social media messages from models hoping for another opportunity to audition after the initial model auditions on May 17.
In response, DFW will host an additional audition date on August 9, giving fresh talent another chance to join one of Denver’s biggest fashion platforms.
Known for its commitment to inclusivity and community-driven casting, Denver Fashion Week is searching for both traditional and non-traditional models with strong runway presence, personality, and confidence.
Audition opportunities include:
- Male and female models ages 6–65+
- Kids and teen models ages 6–14
- Stylish moms and fashionable children for the “Mommy & Me” runway segment
DFW continues to emphasize its all-inclusive approach to casting and does not select talent based on race, religion, body type, height, age, or sexual orientation. Both agency-represented and independent models are encouraged to audition.
Model Workshop Recommended
For first-time runway talent or anyone looking to sharpen their walk and stage presence, DFW highly recommends attending its Model Workshop ahead of auditions. The workshop is designed to help prepare models for the runway experience and provide insight into what casting directors are looking for during Fashion Week. REGISTER HERE
Audition Schedule
11:00 AM — Mommy & Me
Moms + children ages 6–12
11:45 AM — Ages 14+
Models 5’4” and under
12:20 PM — Kids & Teens
Ages 6–14
1:00 PM — Ages 14+
Models 5’5”–5’7”
1:45 PM — Ages 14+
Models 5’8”–5’10”
2:30 PM — Ages 14+
Models 5’11” and taller
What To Wear
Models are encouraged to wear fitted clothing that allows the casting team to clearly view silhouette and movement.
Recommended attire includes:
- Black fitted tank top or t-shirt
- Skinny or fitted jeans
- Heels 3”+ for those auditioning in heels
- Natural hair
- Minimal makeup and jewelry
DFW also recommends avoiding loud accessories that may distract from the runway presentation.
Important Notes
Models who previously walked in Denver Fashion Week’s Spring 2026 season are not required to audition again.
No comp card is required, as DFW will take measurements, photos and video during auditions.
As Denver Fashion Week continues to expand its platform, the organization remains one of the few major regional fashion weeks actively prioritizing accessibility, diversity and opportunities for emerging talent.
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