Friday, May 2 – Turnover
- Tony Price
- May 7
- 2 min read
Alright, Tony Price here, ready to give you the lowdown on a Friday night at Red Rocks with the band Turnover – that was May 2nd, 2025! Now, I'd heard their name mentioned in the indie rock and emo circles, so I was curious to see what kind of vibe they'd bring to that legendary stage as we moved into the early days of May.
Given the time of year in Colorado, the weather was likely starting to lean towards milder evenings, hopefully making for a comfortable night to enjoy some outdoor tunes. Maybe a light jacket, but nothing too heavy.
Turnover is known for their dreamy, melodic indie rock sound with a touch of emo influence. Their music often has a nostalgic and introspective feel, characterized by smooth vocals, shimmering guitars, and a generally laid-back yet emotionally resonant atmosphere.
I was expecting a crowd that was really engaged with the music, maybe swaying along and getting lost in the often melancholic yet beautiful soundscapes they create. There's a different kind of energy at an indie rock show – more about feeling the music and connecting with the emotions it evokes.
The stage presence of Turnover tends to be a bit more understated, focusing on the performance of the music itself. The lighting might have been atmospheric, perhaps using softer colors and creating a mood that complements the band's sound.
The setlist likely would have drawn from their various albums, balancing their more upbeat tracks with their more introspective and emotionally charged songs, taking the audience on a bit of a sonic journey.
Now, if I have to put on my "Tony's Indie Appreciation" hat, a Friday night with Turnover at Red Rocks sounds like a great way to ease into the weekend. Their music has a way of creating a really immersive and almost cathartic experience, and doing that under the vastness of the Colorado sky would likely have been pretty special.
Overall, Turnover at Red Rocks on that Friday night in May 2025 likely provided a night of dreamy and emotionally resonant indie rock. It's a testament to the diverse range of genres that find a home on that iconic stage, catering to all sorts of musical tastes. Tony Price, signing off – feeling a little more introspective tonight!

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