Justin Criado is a journalist and editor at various publications, including the Telluride Daily Planet and Durango Herald. His award-winning work explores themes of arts and entertainment, culture, and subcultures, with a particular focus on cannabis, music, and nightlife. Justin's pieces have been recognized as some of the best in the West and have been featured in outlets such as the Denver Post, Westword, and Phoenix New Times.
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Given Justin Criado's coverage of local entertainment news, particularly focusing on indie and metal music scenes in Colorado, he would likely be interested in pitches related to upcoming music events, unique stories about local musicians or bands, and insider insights into the Colorado music scene.
Pitching him with exclusive interviews with emerging local artists or behind-the-scenes access to major music festivals taking place in Denver could resonate well. Additionally, offering him early access to breaking news about new album releases or concerts by Colorado musicians may capture his attention.
As a journalist focused on event coverage and private sector announcements within the entertainment industry, it is important for PR professionals to tailor their pitches accordingly when reaching out to Justin Criado.
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The breakout Welsh rockers play the hi-dive on Sun., June 21.
By: Justin Criado
"You’re what society deems as weird because you want to dress up in a banana costume. That’s what rock is for."
The SoCal reggae rockers play Red Rocks and Dillon Amphitheater this week.
The local four-piece plays its first show during Blood on the Land Fest on June 27 at D3 Arts.
By: Justin Criado
“We did this for the right reasons. We did it because we love country and rock music."
Denver doom vets Khemmis have a stellar new record amongst the latest punk, indie and death-metal releases this month.
The band is playing an album release show at the hi-dive on Friday. July 7, 2026
The Icelandic rockers play Red Rocks on Tuesday, July 14. July 10, 2026
The ninth annual festival will showcase dozens of bands this weekend at Seventh Circle Music Collective.
It includes DJs and breakdancing battles, and it's all going down on Saturday. July 17, 2026
