Music

October 14, 2025

On Wednesday, October 30th, join us at Town Hall Collaborative for a night of soul-stirring music with Denver-based singer-songwriter Nina de Freitas. Born in Salvador, Brazil to musician parents, Nina carries her heritage into every note, blending intimate songwriting with a voice described by 303 Magazine as “dark as the sea and smooth as good […]

Put You On | Odeal: The German-Nigerian Voice Redefining Modern R&B

October 9, 2025

In an era where R&B continues to evolve beyond traditional boundaries, few artists embody this global transformation quite like Odeal. The German-Nigerian singer-songwriter has emerged as one of Europe’s most compelling voices in contemporary soul music, blending Afrobeat influences with silky R&B melodies to create a sound that feels both intimately personal and universally relatable. […]

Jazz Odyssey Presents: iies

October 2, 2025

Pronounced “eyes”, this Denver-based collective is breaking barriers with their self-coined genre, Experimental Jazz Rap, a fearless fusion of intricate lyricism, improvisational jazz, and hip-hop’s pulse. With their latest album Don’t Forget the Dot redefining musical boundaries, iies. invites you on a sonic journey that is as thought-provoking as it is electrifying. Join us for […]

How Ha$h Transforms Pain into Purpose Through Hip-Hop

October 2, 2025

In a music industry often criticized for its superficiality, Denver’s Ha$h represents something increasingly rare: authentic vulnerability wrapped in raw talent. During his recent appearance on THE DROP’s Community Corner, the Virginia-born rapper peeled back layers of his artistic identity, revealing a story that challenges everything we think we know about what makes a compelling […]

Put You On | Same Day Cleaning: Sammy Virji Airs Out the Dancefloor

September 24, 2025

These days, Sammy Virji isn’t messing around. Fresh off of his takeover of Civic Center Park in Denver, his new album Same Day Cleaning is out, and it’s an absolute unit — a fast-paced, joy-filled ride through UK garage, grime, bassline, house, and everything in between. If you’ve been following Virji over the last few […]

Jazz Odyssey Presents: alldaywes

September 24, 2025

Join us on the rooftop for a special evening with alldaywes, the voice behind your Monday night Jazz Odyssey sessions on KUVO 89.3. A DJ, producer, and lifelong music explorer, alldaywes digs deep into sounds that push boundaries and connect people across genres and scenes worldwide. As the sun sets over Denver and the stars […]

Put You On | Yukimi’s For You: A Solo Project for Everyone

September 11, 2025

Along with acts like José González and In Flames, Gothenburg, Sweden is also the birthplace of electronic group Little Dragon and their co-founder, Yukimi Nagano. Gothenburg is famously considered a musical haven for all types of genres, many of which have greatly influenced Yukimi and Little Dragon. The Grammy-nominated band has collaborated with artists like […]

¡KUVOLE! Presents: Fruta Brutal LIVE at Prismajic!

September 10, 2025

Born in Ecuador, raised in the U.S., and rooted in Denver, Martín Better Longo channels the beauty and tension of a mixed cultural identity into Fruta Brutal—a genre-blending force of Rock Alternativo and Indie Psych Pop. With influences ranging from the Tropicália movement to South American rhythms and U.S. indie rock, Fruta Brutal’s music crosses […]

Jazz Odyssey Presents: Moe Velez Live at Two Moons Music Hall

September 10, 2025

Your Wednesday nights just got deeper. Join Moe Velez, aka the “UnShazamable DJ,” for a special live DJ set blending moody, electronic, and experimental jazz. Known for pushing boundaries and digging deep, Moe brings the spirit of Jazz Odyssey to life, unpredictable, soulful, and always fresh. From humble beginnings in a Welton Street studio with […]

Jazz Odyssey All-Stars: KUVO 40th Anniversary Celebration

September 10, 2025

MCA Denver is excited to collaborate with KUVO for a night dedicated to the outer limits of jazz. Join us on Friday, September 19 at 7 p.m. at MCA Denver at the Holiday Theatre. For 40 years, KUVO has been Denver’s home for music that defies boundaries, and no program captures that adventurous spirit like […]

The “Dat Girl” Mindset: A Conversation with Kaliii

September 8, 2025

Maleman sat down with rising rap star Kaliii for an authentic and inspiring interview that tapped into her journey, her growth, and her vision for the future. The conversation highlighted not only her success as one of the new generation’s standout female voices in hip-hop but also her resilience and honesty about balancing music, life, […]

The Intro | Nakira

September 4, 2025

A proud Denver native and mother of three, singer, songwriter, and community leader Nakira describes herself as “all things artistic.” She told listeners when she sat down with SugaBear & La Molly, “I love to draw. I’ve tattooed some. I’m a community activist, like I’m involved in all the things. Giving is a major theme […]

Put You On | Buscabulla: Love, Loss, and the Art of Returning Home

August 27, 2025

Buscabulla’s music has always felt like a lush, shimmering dream, one that carries both the sweetness of nostalgia and the sting of reality. But behind their otherworldly synths and tropical-tinged grooves lies a story deeply rooted in identity, resilience, and the messy beauty of love. The Puerto Rican duo, Raquel Berrios and Luis Alfredo Del […]

A Conversation with Reneé Elise Goldsberry

Indigo Jones

August 27, 2025

Indigo Jones had the pleasure of speaking with the beautiful and multitalented Reneé Elise Goldsberry. Reneé is a Tony and Grammy award-winning actress, singer, and songwriter. Goldsberry is well-known for her iconic role as Angelica Schuyler in the Broadway musical Hamilton, which is a cultural phenomenon that is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. Additionally, […]

Clipse Shows Why They’re Still in a Lane of Their Own

August 22, 2025

Clipse silhouetted on stage at Denver’s Mission Ballroom on August 21, 2025

It’s not every day you get to see legends like Clipse hit the stage together, let alone on a full tour. But last night at Mission Ballroom, Pusha T and Malice reminded Denver why they’re one of the coldest duos to ever touch a mic. Opening the night, EarthGang came through with their usual chaos-meets-charisma […]

The Main Room – Sunday Scaries

August 18, 2025

Get ready to crush the Sunday Scaries at Lustre Pearl Denver with an electrifying night of high-energy EDM and unmatched vibes! Join The DROP 104.7 and The MAIN ROOM DJs, alldaywes and Hotstuhf, as they take over the decks on Sunday, August 24th from 4–8 PM at 1315 26th Street. Expect booming bass, icy drinks, […]

Put You On | Artist Spotlight: John Glacier

Dahlia Saenz

August 13, 2025

The first time I set ears upon John Glacier, I was thousands of miles from home- a stranger living in a country I had never set foot in. As her track “Money Shows” chimed into my brain, Glacier’s voice lulled me into deep introspection. While heavily plucked notes pierce each eighth of 77 beats per […]

THE INTRO | Stay Tuned

August 7, 2025

Stay Tuned: DJ AWHAT, Ichiban, Mane Rok, Inkline

In the fast-moving world of music, longevity is rare. But Denver’s own Stay Tuned is a shining example of what happens when talent, trust, and purpose collide. For over two decades, this audio-visual hip-hop collective, made up of MCs Ichiban, Mane Rok, and Inkline, along with DJ Awhat, has been creating art rooted in culture […]

Put You On | Reyna Tropical: Creating a Homeland, One Song at a Time

August 6, 2025

Fabi Reyna is not just making music, she’s building worlds. As the force behind Reyna Tropical, Reyna stands at the intersection of sound, land, identity, and memory, crafting a body of work that’s as emotionally rich as it is rhythmically infectious.

Put You On | FLO

July 29, 2025

The music of girl groups from the 1990’s into the early 2000’s is a staple of R&B. Girl groups have been on the front lines of the genre in their style and sound with an equal focus on romance and self sufficiency. In the past two decades, however, girl groups have fallen off in favor […]

La Molly’s Members Only Takeover

July 25, 2025

Super Soni*Dos host La Molly is turning it ALL the way up for her birthday—and she’s taking over the party at DJ Love’s Members Only for a night of non-stop 80s freestyle magic! This ain’t just any party—it’s a full-on throwback takeover with all your favorite synth-heavy, love-drenched bangers, from Lisa Lisa, to Exposé, Shannon, […]

PUT YOU ON | WHEN: Alex Isley’s latest EP, the soundtrack to a yearning girl summer

Dahlia Saenz

July 24, 2025

Alex Isley’s fifth musical project has arrived, this time taking shape as an inquisitive probe into love and its challenges. From the uncertainty in “Holding On” to the self-assured farewell in “Thank You for a Lovely Time,” WHEN covers the many facets of a complex relationship. Isely tenderly employs her dynamic vocal style in the […]

Super Sonidos and Bar Red Presents All Denver

July 22, 2025

Join 104.7 THE DROP and Bar Red, 437 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204, for All Denver featuring our very own Monica The Great, August 2nd at 8pm including a special DJ set from La Molly. Monica the Great is All Denver! Music, for Monica, is an intuitive process—like cooking, where different ingredients blend to […]

THE INTRO | YONNAS: Creating a Genre All His Own

July 17, 2025

In a city not often recognized for its alt-music scene, Denver’s own YONNAS has quietly been creating a genre all his own — what he calls “dream pop for Black people.” A lifelong artist, YONNAS has evolved from rapping with indie hip-hop groups in his teens to pioneering a soulful, shoegaze-influenced sound rooted in both vulnerability and political consciousness. […]

Put You On | Samara Cyn

July 16, 2025

Let SugaBear put you on to Samara Cyn.

THE INTRO Begins This Thursday!

July 15, 2025

This Thursday, July 17, 2025, we’re launching THE INTRO. This video series shines a spotlight on incredible local talent through intimate live performances captured for digital audiences. Each episode features a raw, up-close showcase of the artist’s sound, paired with an in-depth, in-studio interview that dives into their creative journey, influences, and impact on the […]

A Colorado Black Arts Festival Recap

July 15, 2025

Last weekend, KUVO and THE DROP attended the Colorado Black Arts Festival in City Park for their 39th year. The 80 vendors at the festival featured African jewelry and clothing, body & hair care products, muralists, custom shoe painting, portraitists, food trucks, and more, all highlighting the talent and skills of the local community. The […]

Put You On | Artist Spotlight: Mediopicky

July 9, 2025

La Molly has a conversation with Santo Domingo’s Pablo Alcántara, better known as mediopicky, and explores his work.

Put You On | Amaarae’s Fountain Baby

July 2, 2025

Ghanaian-American singer Amaarae. Photo credit: NPR

Radio intern Piper Ruth explores Amaarae’s work.

Put You On | Artist Spotlight: Ovrkast. Turns Up the Heat on While the Iron is Hot

June 25, 2025

Overkast's new album While the Iron's Hot.

Learn about Oakland-based rapper Ovrkast.

Put You On | Artist Spotlight: BLK ODYSSY

Dahlia Saenz

June 20, 2025

Our intern Dahlia Saenz has an artist spotlight: BLK ODYSSY.

Announcing the Battle for the Block 2025 Winner: Lane-O!

June 10, 2025

Congratulations, Lane-O, for winning the Battle for the Block 2025 competition!

Put You On | Latin Alternative: Los Essentials

June 4, 2025

Latin Alternative as a genre is vast. It encompasses everything from the neo-corridos of Natanael Cano to the soft folk pop of Natalia Lafourcade. The one thing all of these artists have in common is their ability to be sonic shapeshifters. Often influenced by culturally or geographically traditional sounds from their childhoods as much as they are the rock or hip hop of this county, most of the artists who fall under the Latin Alternative umbrella are using music as a bridge between the experiences of their parents and those of their peers. To help you better understand this multifaceted genre, here are ten albums that I think best exemplify the creativity and sense of wonder it takes to be a bridge.

Osha Renee Talks Bars, Purpose & Representing Denver at Battle for the Block 2025

June 2, 2025

Denver’s own Ms. Black Colorado, Osha Renee, pulls up to The Drop 104.7 to talk about her journey, her purpose, and her performance in Battle for the Block 2025

Lane-O Talks Finding His Voice in Denver

Mang-Yee

June 2, 2025

104.7 The Drop welcomed Lane-O, who is competing in Battle for the Block 2025, to our studios this week to have a conversation and give our listeners some insight to whom he is and why he joined the competition.

DNA Picasso & Dominique Christina Talk Love, Music & Juneteenth Dreams

May 30, 2025

Maleman sat down with DNA Picasso and Dominique Christina to talk about potentially winning Battle for the Block 2025 and what it would mean to open for the legendary Juvenile at Denver’s Juneteenth Music Festival.

Put You On | Album Review: 13 Months of Sunshine

May 28, 2025

Portland rapper Aminé has returned with his third studio album, 13 Months of Sunshine, released on May 16, 2025. This marks his first solo project since Limbo in 2020 and follows his 2023 collaboration with Kaytranada on Kaytraminé.

Put You On | Artist Spotlight: kwn

May 20, 2025

KWN’s music often explores themes of love, self-discovery, and mental health, resonating with listeners navigating similar experiences. Her ability to fuse soulful R&B with elements of rock and pop creates a sound that’s both fresh and relatable. The singer recently stated in an interview with New Wave Mag, “I’ve just been on a journey really that involves finding myself as a person and as an artist.”

Battle for the Block 2025 | Vote Now!

May 19, 2025

Voting has started! Here’s everything you need to know.

Osha Renee UNFILTERED

May 8, 2025

Adrian Younge and Ayana Contreras discuss his labels, Linear Labs and Jazz is Dead, as well as uplifted undersung and iconic artists for new audiences.

We Just Got To Do This: Adrian Younge talks uplifting legends with Jazz Is Dead

Ayana Contreras

April 17, 2025

Adrian Younge and Ayana Contreras discuss his labels, Linear Labs and Jazz is Dead, as well as uplifted undersung and iconic artists for new audiences.

HOME | Where Your Soul Finds Harmony

March 25, 2025

Denver Artist HOME Brings a Touch of Soul and Harmony Denver’s music scene is buzzing, and HOME is a name you need to know. Blending R&B, neo-soul, and jazz into a sound that is both deeply personal and undeniably fresh, HOME is an artist creating an experience. Her songs provide a safe space for emotional […]

Monica The Great | More Than a Name

March 14, 2025

Monica The Great Shares Her Spiritual Connection to Music Monica The Great’s name is more than a stage name—it’s a tribute to a cherished friend who always saw greatness in her. Growing up in Rialto, California, she was called “Monica the Goat,” “Monica the Great,” and “Monica the Goddess,” and after his passing, she chose […]

The Art of Music, Faith & Mental Health | Ha$h

February 10, 2025

Virginia born, Denver based Emcee and Producer Hash talks about his journey, musical influences, faith, and the importance of mental health.

Born Yesterday | Nelo & Siah Rain’n