Wine & Jazz Nights in the Radio Room 2nd Tues of every month 6pm-8
Featuring Mixed Bag Jazz
Step into the warm glow of the Radio Room and settle in for an evening of smooth pours and even smoother grooves.
Mixed Bag Jazz returns for a sophisticated night of classic standards, cool swing, Latin rhythms, and soulful improvisation — all in the intimate setting of KAFM’s premier listening room. Doors open
Poetry in The Radio Room – Presented by Geek Parties of The Grand Valley
Join us for an evening of powerful spoken word, creativity, and self-expression in The Radio Room. This special poetry slam showcases local voices sharing original work ranging from heartfelt and humorous to bold and thought-provoking.
6:00–7:00 PM – All Ages Poetry Slam
Bring the whole family and enjoy an hour of inspiring performances suitable for audiences of all ages.
7:30–8:30 PM – 18+ Poetry Slam
The evening continues with an adults-only session featuring mature themes, language, and content intended for audiences 18 and older.
Whether you're stepping up to the microphone or cheering from the crowd, this is your chance to experience the energy and authenticity of live spoken word. Come celebrate the art of poetry and the diverse voices of our community.
Presented by Geek Parties Theater
Listeners, writers, performers, and poetry lovers are all welcome.
All ages 6-7pm
7:30-8:30 18+ Mature & Difficult themes
Doors: 5:30 | Show: 7:00
An Evening with Peggy Malone
A Benefit for KAFM Community Radio
Join us for a special evening with acclaimed Colorado vocalist Peggy Malone as she takes a nostalgic journey back to her musical roots. While audiences know and love Peggy for her performances of western classics, cowboy songs, and country favorites, this unique concert will revisit her early days as a lounge singer, bringing to life the timeless standards, jazz favorites, and memorable songs that first launched her career.
Peggy Malone's remarkable career spans decades of entertaining audiences throughout the West. She received an Emmy Award at the 2001 Heartland Regional Emmy Awards for "Singin' A Cowboy Song," a song she wrote and performed for the PBS special "A Night at the Rodeo," produced by her son, Brian Malone. In 2006, she was inducted into the Colorado Country Music Association Hall of Fame and has earned numerous honors from the organization, including Entertainer of the Year (2013), Female Vocalist Legend (2015), and Female Vocalist of the Year (2016).
Throughout the evening, Peggy will share the music and stories that shaped her extraordinary career, offering audiences a rare glimpse into a side of her artistry that is seldom showcased today.
Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering Peggy's talent for the first time, this intimate performance promises an evening filled with warmth, nostalgia, laughter, and exceptional music.
Proceeds from this special event will benefit KAFM Community Radio, helping support local programming, community voices, independent music, and the vibrant arts culture of Western Colorado.
Come enjoy a memorable night with one of Colorado's most celebrated performers while supporting the community radio station that keeps local radio thriving.
Doors: 6:30 | Show: 7:00
Moors & McCumber are no strangers to the KAFM Radio Room. A longtime favorite of the listening room, the duo returns with the rich harmonies, heartfelt songwriting, and easy onstage chemistry that have made their shows feel right at home on our stage. James Moors and Kort McCumber bring together years of artistry, friendship, and musical exploration, creating songs that feel personal and deeply connected to real life.
Adventurous, eclectic, and endlessly creative, Moors & McCumber draw from Americana, folk, rock, blues, pop, and world music to create a sound all their own. As multi-instrumentalists, they blend unconventional instrumentation with captivating arrangements and powerful vocal harmonies, making each performance feel both intimate and expansive. Their latest album, Wired to the Moon, showcases the duo at their most compelling, bringing audiences back again and again.
Doors: 6:30 | Show: 7:00
"A Journey Through Strings and Stories"
Tsukamoto brings a blend of masterful fingerstyle guitar and evocative storytelling that transcends cultural barriers. His artistry, honed at the prestigious Berklee College of Music, has been celebrated on renowned stages like the Blue Note in NYC and the United Nations, and lauded for its “delicate, fluid, and beautifully detailed” style by Acoustic Guitar magazine.
Tsukamoto’s concerts are not just musical events; they are immersive experiences that weave lyrical narratives with intricate melodies. Recognized for his soulful performances that create an orchestra at his fingertips, he invites audiences into his world of musical exploration and emotional expression. This is a rare opportunity to witness a performer who has been celebrated for his ability to take listeners on an “impressionistic journey” (Boston Herald). Enchanting music that promises to resonate long after the final note is played.
Doors open at 6:30 show starts at 7
Susan Gibson
Sunday, August 9th
Doors: 6:30 PM | Show: 7:00 PM
Award-winning songwriter Susan Gibson knows all about blessings, hard roads, and the kind of songs that take on a life of their own. Nearly three decades after writing “Wide Open Spaces,” which became one of the biggest country songs of all time, Gibson has continued building a life on the road — traveling with dogs, songs, and a clear-eyed commitment to telling the truth.
Her songs carry the perspective of someone who has known grief, sobriety, family loss, heartbreak, healing, and the long miles between them — but still finds a way to leave listeners feeling wiser, lighter, and uplifted. Whether writing about the things that hurt or finding the humor and resilience buried inside them, Gibson brings honesty, warmth, and connection to every room she plays.