Rosie’s Haven
Rosie Ayala’s enchanting energy emanates through every single one of her songs, especially her most recent album “ESCAPISM,” streaming on all platforms. Ayala stole the show at a local Denver venue Oct. 18, performing a 60-minute set of pure bliss. Dozens of DU friends and fans showed up to support Ayala at her first show in Denver. “This music journey has been a lot of work but the outcomes are so rewarding and make my heart so full,” said Ayala. With the help of her producer and twin Maxie, Rosie’s Haven is one to watch.

Typhoon
Tyler Gale, known as Typhoon on all streaming platforms, is a hip-hop artist from California. “Ever since my dad introduced me to hip-hop, I’ve been hooked,” Gale said. As a kid, he spent hours memorizing Eminem lyrics. Eventually, he got hooked on Mac Miller and took after him in producing “old school rap.” Gale has released three songs so far but reveals there is much more to come. His new single “Sunshine Shop,” a unique upbeat track, will be out Oct. 27. Gale has performed at various Denver venues, and looks forward to whatever is next for his music. 

Assistance
After a big win at this year’s Battle of the Bands, Assistance is excited for what’s to come. This electronic funk band consists of Lamont students Erik McCready (drums), Kevin Ostrowski (keyboard), Kori Jones (voice), Adon Biggs (bass) and Evan Farrenkopf (guitar). It all started in a first-year dorm room, where McCready, Farrenkopf and Ostrowski made music together. Soon after, they started playing local shows throughout Denver. Their music can be enjoyed on their Instagram: @assistan.ce. On behalf of the band, Ostrowski encourages students to come out to their shows, because they “love seeing everyone’s beautiful faces and meeting so many lovely people.” 

Blue Bell Smile
Second-year Mateo Mazariego is part of a Los Angeles-based alternative rock band that has been compared to The Black Crowes, Smashing Pumpkins and Rush. Recently, they signed with a manager and are looking forward to growing their name. “We hope to get out here (Denver) in the spring when the weather is nice,” said Mazariego. They’ve come a long way from their first show at drummer Charlie Ziman’s bar mitzvah, with one EP, “ETSA,” already in the books. Their new single, “Rose,” is out Nov. 17. Stay up to date with them through their social platforms @thebluebellsmile. 

Better Weather
This acoustic, orchestral pop band has been gaining recognition on campus, influenced by bands like Fleet Foxes and Tame Impala. The band consists of Skyler McCoy (voice/guitar), Sean Perman (guitar), Zach Regin (french horn), Jake Wehn (drums), Evan Farrenkopf (bass) and Kevin Ostrowski (keyboards). During their tour in San Francisco last summer — where they headlined at Brick and Mortar Music Hall — they released their debut album “Wayfare,” which can be found on all streaming platforms. Among various Denver venues, Better Weather recently performed at Pi Kappa Phi’s Battle of the Bands and Boulder’s Fox Theater. For updates, follow @betterweather_music on Instagram.