In 2019 RADO formed and took up the cause in Denver’s prolific music scene. The band melds together ferocious psychedelic rock music with syncopated dance grooves and stylistic melodies while mixing in thoughtfully crafted lyrical & vocal hooks. The music of RADO is heavily centered around building improvisational jams that reach soaring and everlasting peaks.
"The genre-mashing conglomerate of styles has something for everyone. Whether it’s a high-speed four-to-the-floor psychedelic jam, or a low bpm groovy, funk section, RADO keeps the bodies moving.”
-Compose Yourself Magazine
Guitar & Vocals
Keys & Vocals
Bass & Vocals
Drums & Beats
An avid music lover and frequent stalwart on Colorado's front-range jam scene, Matt ‘maart’ Bell got involved with RADO in the winter of 2021/2022.
As tour manager, Matt is responsible for assisting in booking duties and helping to run the show while the band is on the road.
A veritable jack of all trades - you’ll catch Matt lighting up the comment section on IG, live streaming and capturing our live shows, and keeping the vibes alive behind the merch stand at our shows.
Gabriel Mintz is a musician/agent hailing from the picturesque mountains of Colorado. With a deep-rooted passion for music, Gabriel's journey began in his early years as he immersed himself in various musical pursuits. From participating in school band, choir, and theater class. To form and perform a Red Hot Chili Peppers cover band in high school. Music has always been an integral part of his life.
Today, Gabriel is wholeheartedly dedicated to pursuing his dreams as a bassist and keyboardist in his very own projects. With a captivating blend of blues and soulful harmonies, his music resonates with audiences and reflects his artistic vision. But Gabriel's passion doesn't end with his musical endeavors.
Driven by a genuine desire to help fellow musicians follow their dreams, Gabe finds immense joy in supporting and empowering other artists. Whether it's through mentoring, managing, or collaborating on creative projects, or booking tours/shows for the many bands he works for, he embraces the opportunity to contribute to the success of aspiring musicians.
Gabriel Mintz is a musician, dream chaser, and advocate for the artistic community. Through his dedication and unwavering commitment, he continues to make waves in the music industry while uplifting others along the way.
Elliot Engebretson is a Denver-based writer, photographer, and music journalist known for his contributions to Grateful Web, an online publication dedicated to music news, interviews, and live concert coverage. With a keen eye for visual storytelling and a deep knowledge of the music industry, Elliot blends his passion for live performances with insightful journalism.
Elliot’s work spans a wide range of genres, from jam to jazz, offering a unique perspective on the music scene. He captures the essence of artists and events with vivid storytelling and dynamic photography.
Over the years, he has conducted interviews with an impressive array of musicians and storytellers, including:
Blending his love for live concerts, vinyl records, and everything in between, Elliot paints the music scene into a vibrant world of sound and stories, sharing his passion with readers and music enthusiasts alike.
Headlined at Cervantes Other Side. Toured across the Midwest and Southern U.S., growing their fanbase in diverse regions. Festival appearances include Terp Float Fest, Power & Progress, Elevation Music Fest, and Dark Side of the Moon Festival.
Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom Denver, CO (1,500 capacity), Spring tour through the PNW including Eugene, Bend, Portland, Nebraska, Iowa, Michigan, and Illinois (avg capacity 100-200). Summer Tour in and around neighboring states to Colorado.
Headlined events at Cervantes Otherside on with Dizgo & Eggy Denver, CO (500 Capacity) and additional spring/summer tour through Kansas City, Tulsa, Fayetteville, Dallas, Austin, Michigan, Illinois, and Chicago (100 avg capacity).
Shared stages with nationally touring acts such as Eggy, The Werks, Dizgo, Eminence Ensemble, Sunsquabi, Funk You, Space Bacon, Cycles, Broccoli Samurai, Yak Attak, Evanoff, Dr. Fameus, Perpetual Groove, and more.
Terp Float (6k attendees), The Werkout West, Power & Progress Music Festival x2 (1.5k attendees), Elevation Music Festival x2 (1k attendees), GulchFest, Dark Side of the Moon (1.2k attendees), Compound Sound Festival (500 attendees), Friendsgiving Music Fest (1k attendees).
Featured in various media outlets including Artists Central, Stereo Stickman, Vents Magazine, Daily Music Spin, Grateful Web, Compose Yourself Magazine, Honk Magazine, and Canvas Rebel. Made appearances on podcasts like Touchdowns All Day and Grateful Web Podcast, with radio airplay on stations 88.3 FM KFFR-FM and KZUM 89.3 FM.
Check out this exclusive video interview with The Grateful Web.
Full Live Headline Show from their Album Release Party at Cervantes Other Side in Denver, CO.
In RADcast episode 2, we dive into Halloween Ra-Bisco highlights, share What’s Not Rad takes, rank our Mount Rushmore of Jamtronica artists in the Tree of Influence, and feature Tea For Two from the FoCo radio session. Tune in for laughs, jams, and what’s next for RADO!