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Absolutely immaculate performance by the ethereal @thecamwhitcomb. New fans of @snottynep and @mrliamstjohn.
Everything I hoped it would be before his next tour at Ball Arena. 🧡🖤
@aggietheatre 10-3-2026

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If @chasepetramusic is in Denver, I'll be there.
Love to see @winonafighter. First time experiencing @southarcade & @gamesweplay. Won't be the last.
Summit 7.21.2026

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#joycrookes #redrocks #lewiscapaldi
New artist to add to my playlist.

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#lewiscapaldi pulled off a beautiful show, night 2 at Red Rocks. Even with the freezing rain, immaculate night 💗

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Truely a pleasure 🩵

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What is your favorite version of Love Letter to My Honey? 💌

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Goodness 2025, you really were a great year 💛

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Calling all music industry experts! If you’re an experienced pro ready to give back to the independent music community and help shape the next generation of talent in digital marketing, FOH operations, or live production, we need you!
As a mentor, you will provide real world guidance as the participants navigate the Venue Operations eXperience program and prepare for entry level work in live entertainment venues.
Mentorship interest forms are now open and will close on April 16, 2026, for the summer 2026 cohort.
Check out the link in our bio for more information.

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Happy Halloween 🎃 🖤

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Mid-tour-photo-dump

1 - we’re having a good time
2 - did someone order a bunch of kimchi
3 - taking out the trash
4 - welcome to the middle of nowhere
5 - the creation of Ryan
6 - sleep it off
7 - I’m not enjoying it but I’m gonna use it
8 - happy anniversary baby
9 - best job I ever had
10 - vinnie cooks for the band
11 - watch out for dumpsters

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Our Venue Operations eXperience (VOX) program connects participants from underrepresented groups with mentors and hands-on opportunities in independent venues across the country.
Here's a few testimonies from our mentors for our 2025 cohort. Their invaluable experience and industry knowledge helped guide our participants in their journey through the program.

🎶 Support the future of live entertainment and help us continue creating opportunities like VOX. Donate today at nivf.org/donate

graphic by VOX grad: @jordanh_0027

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🌟 VOX Spotlight: Lucas “LOW” Woelk 🎶

Meet LOW — a recent Temple University graduate with a BFA in Sculpture, musician, and aspiring production professional who is building the skills to thrive in live entertainment. With experience at World Cafe Live and a passion for collaborative teamwork, LOW brings creativity, design thinking, and adaptability to every project.

Through the VOX Program, LOW has completed curriculum workshops and mentor hours designed to strengthen technical knowledge and hands-on skills in live event production.

✨ LOW is being mentored by Drake Watkins — a Denver-based live sound engineer and licensed CTE instructor who has worked at nearly every venue in the city, including Red Rocks, and toured internationally as monitor engineer for De La Soul. Drake’s extensive experience in sound engineering and event production is providing LOW with practical insights and guidance as they prepare for their next steps in the industry.

We’re proud to support LOW as they expand their skills, deepen their technical foundation, and continue pursuing a career in live entertainment. 🌟

#VOXProgram #IndependentVenues #WorkforceDevelopment #MentorshipMatters #LiveEntertainment #LiveSound #EventProduction

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