This Side of Berthoud

by: Cyndi McCoy
This side of Berthoud (Pass) is rocking these days.

It was rocking before, but I’m talking about the 20 different Grand County musical ensembles that appear on Volume One of the “This Side of Berthoud” CD, and the many more (CDs and musicians) to look forward to thanks to the new project.

Hostess Tree Hill and Mackinaw’s threw a mighty fine shindig at the release party and it was good to see so many community members showing their support. Artists from the area interested in submitting an original song for future volumes are encouraged to contact Hill through www.myspace.com/sacredherb.

Best line of the night had to be from Andy Straus of Hunker Down, who termed a new genre of music for one of their songs: “Y’alternative.” Very catchy.

Andy, Greggy, Matty, Yaniv, Mickey, Willy, Oly, Tom, Jake, Gary, Kay and Andy, Ali, Robbie, Jed (and those I’ve failed to mention) — you rock. Thank you. CDs are $15, available at Singin’ Dog, Rise & Shine Cafe, and at 7 Sisters. Musicians should have them available.

The festive atmosphere and creative camaraderie was symbolic of what All Access is about. I’m pleased to say the Sky-Hi Daily News’ arts and entertainment section (and the daily) celebrates its one-year anniversary this week. For All Access, it has been an exciting 52 issues.