Clara Kay chats with Jon Rubio, a local MC and drummer for Los Mocochetes. They dive into the etymology of the band's name, writing politically charged music, and building a cooperative culture in Denver’s diverse community of musicians.

Hosted by Clara Kay
Edited and Mixed by Rowan Petersen

Executive Produced by David Ladon

Underground at the Showcase is an official podcast of Underground Music Showcase and a production of Youth on Record. Hosted by Youth on Record participants, the show offers candid conversations with festival performers across styles and genres. Episodes cover a range of themes and topics including community, identity, music education, mental health, fashion, and finding/creating moments of inspiration. Season 3 of Underground at the Showcase was engineered by Rowan Petersen, Clara Kay, Jacob Garrett, Mars Williams, and David Ladon.

Underground Music Showcase is Denver's longest and largest music festival, featuring nearly 150 bands performing over three days across S. Broadway. Learn more https://www.undergroundmusicshowcase.com/

Youth on Record designs and implements strengths-based, music-centered programs intended to equip young people from historically under-resourced communities with the skills needed to find success in life by advancing their academic success, increasing their economic opportunities and career skills, and strengthening their community connections and networks. Learn more at https://www.youthonrecord.org

Underground at the Showcase is proud to be featured on Feedspot’s list of Top 30 Denver Podcasts! 🎉 Tune in to discover the untold stories and creative journeys of emerging artists and visionaries. Each episode dives deep into Denver's thriving cultural scene, offering fresh perspectives from the people shaping its future. Subscribe now!