KJAC-FM (Greeley, CO)

KJAC is a commercial radio station based in Timnath, Colorado, and it broadcasts at 105.5 FM to the Fort Collins-Denver area. The station used to feature an adult hits music format known as "Jack FM." This station holds the distinction of being the first Jack radio station ever launched in the United States. Jack FM Denver was known for its humorous and unconventional approach, catering to the diverse musical preferences of listeners in Colorado's front range. Each Jack station has its own flavor, and KJAC's focus on local styles gave it a distinct and community-oriented vibe.

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All-women supergroup from across genres and generations

4 weeks ago | coloradosound.org | Ben Freid

In honor of International Women in Music Day (March 28), and our International Women in Music weekend special, I decided to assemble the supergroup of all supergroups, comprised of some of the best women musicians in history, from across genres and generations. Who will it include? And which parts and instruments will they play? Picking artists for this group wasn’t easy, but I think the results are amazing!I started with the most difficult position to choose.
5 music labels founded and/or run by women

1 month ago | coloradosound.org | Ron Bostwick

It’s no secret the music industry has been largely run by men since it started. However, there have been a handful of women who have taken different paths to leading individual record labels and putting their fingerprints on careers, genres, or opportunities. Some follow the “creative” path, starting as a singer or player. Others some from the business side, showing their acumen for commerce. For me, the list of people below cannot be put in any kind of ranked order, so I opted for alphabetical.
We Are Family: Ben's favorite sister bands

1 month ago | coloradosound.org | Ben Freid

Below I’ve created a list of some of my favorite sister bands in modern music history. And I’m talking about actual sisters – which means, bands like Sisters of Mercy, Scissor Sisters, and Twisted Sister don’t count. This is by no means a definitive list – but these are some of my personal favorites from across several different genres. Kim and Kelley Deal have made it a habit of making great music with multiple different projects.
Interview: The Lumineers' Wesley Schultz

2 months ago | coloradosound.org | Ben Freid

Founded in 2005 by Wesley Schultz and Jeremiah Fraites, Colorado band the Lumineers have gone from playing small Denver clubs to headlining stadiums, including Coors Field in 2022 and now Empower Field at Mile High, where they’ll play on Aug. 2. Wes joined me in the studio to talk about the band’s fifth album Automatic, which comes out Feb. 14 and marks 20 years of he and Fraites making music together.
Meet 'raw and honest' singer Kashus Culpepper

2 months ago | coloradosound.org | Ben Freid

Country music could have a new star in the making. He’s a 26-year-old Navy veteran who grew up in Alabama. His husky growl is complimented by raw and honest lyrics, which hit you like a truck in his song “After Me?” The artist I’m talking about is Kashus Culpepper. “After Me?” is a beautiful song that really showcases Culpepper’s incredible voice. He has this croon you don’t often hear in country music, mixed with other elements of R&B, soul, folk, and blues.
Travis interview

2 months ago | coloradosound.org | Ben Freid

Formed in 1990, Scottish band Travis first started to make music during the Britpop era. Their debut album, came 7 years later, but it was their second album, 1999’s The Man Who, that gained them international attention, thanks to songs like “Why Does It Always Rain on Me?” and “Turn.” Their next album, The Invisible Band, included one of their signature songs, “Sing.”The band continued recording, and last year they released the album LA Times.
Meet 'hyper-intuitive' artist Saya Gray

Jan 15, 2025 | coloradosound.org | Ben Freid

Saya Gray’s musical journey began in Toronto while playing in a house band for a Jamaican Pentecostal church. Eventually, she started touring with international acts like Daniel Caesar and Willow Smith as a bass player. She’s released several EPs, now she’s set to release her official debut album, Saya, on Feb. 21. “I move fast,” she says. “Transition quick, hit change! My documentations have barely kept up.… My mind & body caught up for this album. I had to calm down for this record.
Beachwood Sparks are back with 'Across the River of Stars'

Jan 2, 2025 | coloradosound.org | Ben Freid

This past July, L.A. band Beachwood Sparks released their first album in 12 years, Across the River of Stars. Sometimes, when a band makes a comeback after such a long hiatus, the music can be hit or miss. Do they still have ‘it’? Is this just a money grab? Thankfully, in this case you don’t need to worry about those issues. Across the River of Stars has the psychedelic country vibes longtime fans of Beachwood Sparks know and love.
Shovels & Rope talk dogs, marriage, guitars, drums, and Colorado

Dec 11, 2024 | coloradosound.org | Ron Bostwick

First formed in 2008, Shovels & Rope is a rock/folk/punk/Americana duo consisting of Michael Trent and Cary Ann Hearst…who also happen to be married. I recently spoke with both Michael and Cary Ann, who were hanging out at their home in Charleston, South Carolina before hitting the road again (their current tour includes a stop at the Gothic Theatre on Fri., Dec. 13).
TV on the Radio's Tunde Adebimpe gets 'Magnetic'

Nov 20, 2024 | coloradosound.org | Ben Freid

If you were an indie music fan in the early 2000s, you probably came across the band TV on the Radio. Maybe you even caught them live or saw their iconic performance on Letterman in 2006. Even among the indie music scene at the time, which included bands like The Strokes, the White Stripes, and Yeah Yeah Yeahs, TV on the Radio was able to stand out with a devoted fanbase and a unique sound that included loud guitars, synthesizers, an energetic lead singer, and great production.