Welcome To Denver! You are currently 5000 feet above sea level, and in one hell of a town! If your looking got a bar to go on a drunken bender, Benders Tavern is the place to be. Oh yeah, and some kick ass bands too!! Just joking this weekend was full of talent. From the show stopping young acts to the mind-blowing veterans, this was just what the Emergenza doctor ordered. Thursday Thursday kicked things off here in Denver with a great line up of bands from all over the area. With bands like Aphalion, Hedje, Dugan Hos, The Zen Barons, After All, and Turok’e, I was in for a night of entertainment. Aphalion took 1st with an impressive set. They where the 1st band to go one as well, and not to mention they are one hell of a young band. From instrument jam bands to straight rock bands this was a great opening night here in Denver. Friday With Flesh on fire, Cute Without, Moore, Source, and Love Scene Clear, Friday was the best mix of bands that any audience could ask for. Putting Evanesance to shame, Source gave a performance to remember. With great lyrics and incredible flute playing, my award for more original band of the week goes to Love Scene Clear. These guys where a breath of fresh are to the night. Of course it wouldn’t be right to not mention the best old school metal band in Denver. Moore taught everyone that night to never forget the 80’s, and that it will never die as long as they are alive. Rock on guys!! Saturday This was a night packed with energy and excitement. From Axial, Italy Without Venice, Angels of Deception, Blood Born Ashes, and Our Funeral Forgotten, you couldn’t ask for a better line up. Angels of Deception brought home the 1st place position . They Gave a very well thought performance featuring stage antics, with fog lights and stage presents, definitely a band not to miss. The award for best young band in Denver for the weekend goes to Italy Without Venice. This band stole the show with a very impressive set from such a young band. It just would seem right to not mention Axial, who kicked things off and with an awesome set. Sunday This night was Jam packed with talent, from Hypersona, Lost Dove, Bride, Butterfly Cocktail, Boondok Saints, Acheivir, and Blank Ritual, this was one of my favorite nights here in Denver. Even without a bass player, the band Hypersona showed Emergenza that they deserve to move to the next round. The Boondok Saints sure stole the show on Sunday. Along with great songs, DJ, and awesome harmonies this band is going places. They remind me of the Natives of the New Dawn, so be sure to be on the look out for the Boondok Saints. A Big thanks to all the bands that took the stage at Benders Tavern, and thanks to Larry the bar tender as well for making Emergenza fell welcome and for giving us a good laugh all weekend long!! Larry sure made he-self a good part of every show. Those of you who where there know what I’m talking about!! We will see you all Next round. Thank you Denver!!