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The idea of engaging artists in philanthropy has been a passion of mine since my early twenties. Long before joining the team at Youth on Record (YOR), I had been working to connect young professionals with the power of giving—whether through their time, talent, or resources. With Chris Murphy at...

An Open Letter to Philanthropy: The Time for Action is Now I woke up this morning to a flood of texts and calls from terrified community leaders—all asking, What now? I’ve seen this before, and this time it’s even more dire. With the results of this latest U.S. election, we’re facing a government...

Dive deep into the Denver music scene with season three of “ Underground at the Showcase ,” the official youth-produced podcast of the Underground Music Showcase (UMS). New episodes launch on October 29th on all podcast streaming platforms. Season 3 Highlights: Inside scoop: Hear candid...

With nearly two months of school behind us, some students might be feeling their stress levels creeping up. Stress can feel overwhelming, but it’s actually a normal reaction to life’s changes and challenges. In fact, when we handle stress in healthy ways, it can even work for us, helping us stay...

In 2022, young people in Colorado shared that they were feeling down more often than before. It’s important to talk about and support the mental health of our youth. Feeling anxious or sad can be tough, especially for kids and teens. But it's important for them to know they're not alone and there...

Hi, I'm Audrey Riggs, a pop-rock artist from Denver, Colorado. I've been writing music since I was four and released my first song at 14. Reflecting on my journey at 20, here are 10 key lessons I wish I'd known when I started. DON'T WORRY ABOUT WHAT PEOPLE THINK I was shy in school and kept my...

Impact Days 2024, which took place on July 26 and July 27 in Denver was a powerful, insightful, and impactful weekend. The event brought together musicians, industry professionals, and young creatives for two days of insightful discussions, inspiring workshops, and valuable networking opportunities...

The Underground Music Showcase (UMS), Colorado's premier music festival, is thrilled to return for its 24th year. This year, the fest plans to introduce a robust mental wellness initiative, an impressive enhancement to the festival’s mission-aligned achievements from previous years. “UMS wants every...

Youth on Record (YOR) is celebrating a powerful season of accomplishments for its catalog of youth-produced podcasts. Dedicated to empowering youth through creative education, the Denver non-profit first launched its podcasting internship program in 2022. In recent months, the department has...

Have you ever wanted to release the original music you’re creating? It can seem overwhelming as an independent musician, but many artists are successfully releasing their music on major streaming platforms without the backing of major labels. Here’s a brief guide to the ins and outs of music...