Summer Sounds
2026 Concert Dates: June 12 - July 10 - August 14 - September 11
*Bonus Concert September 12!
Show Time: 6 - 9 pm
Location: Memorial Park, 1800 Greene St., Silverton CO, 81433
Join us under the stars for Silverton Summer Sounds, a free open-air concert series!
Now in its ninth season, this family-friendly event features libations, food and free live music in Memorial Park. Located at 1800 Greene Street. Memorial Park is ideally situated at the north end of Silverton’s charming downtown district, within an easy stroll of hotels, shops and restaurants. Concerts take place at 6 pm every 2nd Friday of the month from June through September with two high caliber musical acts at each show.
This year's lineup is rooted in place - celebrating the 150th anniversaries of the State of Colorado and San Juan County with a lineup composed exclusively of Colorado talent, pairing standout headliners with homegrown opening acts.
Also special this year, we will have back to back music September 11 & 12 with our final Summer Sounds show and the Season Finale Concert to wrap up the Silverton Creates Arts Festival!
The show goes on rain or shine, so please come dressed for the weather. Feel free to bring camp chairs or picnic blankets. Please note: No outside alcohol or dogs are allowed. Memorial Park is a drug-, smoke-, and vape-free zone.
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Support a full year of arts and culture programming while receiving valuable perks and broad regional exposure! Learn more or register at the link below!
2026 TALENT LINEUP
JUNE 12TH
ELDER GROWN
FUNK - ROCK - HIP-HOP - SOUL
Hailing from Durango, Colorado, Elder Grown brings a high-energy, genre-bending sound rooted in family, rhythm, and connection. This band of brothers—literally—blends hip-hop-forward funk, soul-inspired rock, jazz, and reggae into a dynamic live experience where improvisation takes center stage. Known for their electrifying performances and seamless instrument-swapping, Elder Grown doesn’t just play music—they build a shared groove with the crowd, turning every audience into part of the band itself.
Their latest release, Parachutes (2024), marks a new chapter in the group’s evolution. Entirely self-produced, the album captures their signature sound—driving bass lines, soaring saxophone, and bold guitar—while pushing creative boundaries. With roots stretching back to their upbringing in a musical family and a discography spanning over a decade, Elder Grown continues to grow, experiment, and bring people together through music that’s as soulful as it is unpredictable.
Local Opener: Half Bandit
Half Bandit is a surfy psychy Southwestern band telling stories of hope and despair through waves of reverb and Bossa Nova progressions. The band is led by Julian Marcos Hood on guitar and vocal, backed up by Jon Bailey on drums and often joined by a collective of musicians and storytellers. They aim to transport like an old radio on a space station to a sun drenched island where you swim until dark and tell ghost stories over a big fire as the milky way comes into view.
JULY 10TH
LOS MOCOCHETES
CHICANO FUNK
Denver-based Los Mocochetes brings high-energy, dance-driven music rooted in cultura, comunidad, and connection. Their sound blends funk, hip-hop, cumbia, reggae, and rock into something that hits hard and moves you—body and soul. It’s what they call “revolutionary music you can dance to”—joyful, unapologetic, and grounded in lived experience, where rhythm and message move together.
At the core of their work is a message—uplifting culture, honoring ancestry, and speaking to issues that matter, from identity and equity to belonging and community resilience. Their music creates space for both celebration and reflection, inviting audiences to connect beyond the beat.
On stage, Los Mocochetes delivers a full-on experience. Big grooves, bold horns, and commanding vocals fill the space and pull people onto the dance floor—where movement, music, and meaning come together.
Local Opener: Alsup Racing Team
Alsup Racing Team is comprised of core members: Evan Alsup, Kurt Detriech, Ryan Sander, and Mario Letayf. We are a jam band with southwestern roots, we play music we like.
AUGUST 14TH
HEAVY DIAMOND RING
FOLK ROCK & AMERICANA
Some musical partnerships are built to last—and Heavy Diamond Ring is a testament to that kind of creative longevity. Nineteen years after founding indie-folk mainstay Paper Bird, vocalist Sarah Anderson and songwriter/guitarist Paul DeHaven continue their collaboration with a sound rooted in open-hearted All-American folk-rock. Their creative partnership—shaped over decades—brings a depth and ease that can only come from years of making music together.
Led by Anderson’s smooth-as-honey vocals and DeHaven’s rugged guitar chops, Heavy Diamond Ring delivers what’s been described as “open-road, long drive music, with a little bit of twang and a whole lot of beef.” Backed by Blake Stepan (bass), Mike Lang (keys), and Orion Tate Ignezi (drums), the band creates a rich, harmony-driven sound that feels both expansive and grounded.
On stage, that chemistry is undeniable. Their live shows are infectious and contagious, inviting audiences to settle in, turn it up, and enjoy the ride.
Scott & His Younger Brothers is a local favorite known for their improvisation-driven sets and tight musical chemistry. Featuring Scott Craig, Tyrone Toral, Michael Richardson, and Pete Barszcz, the group blends genres and lets each performance unfold in the moment. The result is a dynamic live experience where no two shows are the same—fresh, playful, and full of surprises.
Local Opener: Scott & His Younger Brothers
SEPTEMBER 11TH
GIANT WALKING ROBOTS
REGGAE - SYNTH - DUB - ROCK
Giant Walking Robots is a Denver-based four-piece delivering a sound that’s as groove-heavy as it is forward-thinking. Rooted in reggae, infused with jamtronica, and energized by drum and bass, their music blends entrancing melodies with a deep, driving rhythm section. The result is a sound that feels both familiar and boundary-pushing—built for movement, exploration, and getting lost in the flow.
At the core of the band is a shared passion for live music and improvisation. Featuring George Demopoulos (bass/synths), Dave Halchak (guitar/vocals/synths), Matt Schooley (drums/vocals/synths), and Wilson (lead guitar/synths/vocals), the group thrives on interplay—letting grooves stretch, evolve, and breathe. Their jams weave seamlessly between rock, reggae, and electronic textures, creating layered soundscapes that keep audiences locked in.
On stage, Giant Walking Robots pushes the dancefloor into new territory. With dub-inspired breakdowns, expansive jams, and an infectious energy, their live shows are immersive and kinetic—pulling listeners into a constantly shifting sonic journey that’s as much about the moment as it is the rhythm.
Local Opener: The Van Allen Dilemma
Based in Silverton, The Van Allen Dilemma is a electro-analog project featuring Todd Bove on Electric Guitar and MPC and Nathaniel Schroepfer and Bass, Piano and Synthesizer. Fusing classic analog sounds with electronic drum and synth elements, listeners can expect to hear everything from downtempo lofi fusion to euphoric dance grooves.
SEPTEMBER 12TH - SEASON FINALE
ATOMGA
AFROBEAT
Since their inception in 2011, Denver’s nine-piece afrobeat powerhouse ATOMGA has become a standout force in Colorado’s music scene and beyond. Known for their explosive live shows and global reach, the band has crafted a signature sound that blends traditional afrobeat with elements of rock, jazz, hip-hop, reggae, and funk. Anchored by a fierce, polyrhythmic rhythm section and a commanding horn line, ATOMGA delivers a sound that’s both deeply rooted and unmistakably modern.
Their latest release, Superflower, captures the full scope of that energy—tight, dynamic, and built to move a crowd. Each of the band’s nine members brings a high level of musicianship, creating a layered, high-powered sound that feels both precise and alive. At the center is lead vocalist CalySol, whose sultry voice and socially conscious lyrics add depth and purpose to the band’s infectious grooves.
On stage, ATOMGA is pure fire. Their performances are vibrant, immersive, and impossible to stand still through—driven by rhythm, fueled by message, and designed to bring people together on the dance floor.
