RMP "On The Rise" Album Release ft. Old Man Saxon & DNA Picasso with Rhyden

Sat May 16 2026 at 08:00 pm to 10:30 pm UTC-06:00

Roots Music Project | Boulder

Roots Music Project
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RMP "On The Rise" Album Release ft. Old Man Saxon & DNA Picasso with Rhyden
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Colorado hip-hop meets raw R&B — celebrate RMP's "On The Rise" vinyl release with Old Man Saxon, DNA Picasso & Rhyden. Support local music!
About this Event

Colorado's local music scene takes center stage on May 16th as Roots Music Project throws the ultimate album release party for "RMP On The Rise Vol. 1" — a brand new vinyl compilation celebrating the artists shaping Colorado's sound right now.

The night features Old Man Saxon, whose sharp wit, viral reach, and electric live shows have made him one of hip-hop's most distinctive storytellers; DNA Picasso, Denver's genre-bending voice blending hip-hop, R&B, and melodic honesty into something entirely his own; and Rhyden, an emerging talent from the RMP TEMPO program representing the next wave.

Every ticket purchase and donation directly supports Roots Music Project Foundation — a Boulder-based 501(c)(3) that empowers local artists, fans, and venues to build a thriving music community. Grab the new vinyl while you're at it.
RMP Eastside

Doors 7:00pm. Show 8:00pm

Full bar on premises; Plenty of free parking; Lyft and Uber friendly!


is a charismatic rapper, educator, and performer known for his clever, nostalgic bars and magnetic stage presence. With a style that blends humor, vulnerability, and sharp social commentary, Saxon has carved out a unique space in hip-hop that resonates across generations. His music has been featured on shows like Silicon Valley, and his viral hit “Hell Yeah” has racked up millions of views and streams worldwide. Beyond music, Saxon is also a dedicated educator and nonprofit founder, using hip-hop as a tool to inspire youth to imagine brighter futures. His workshops and talks teach storytelling, creativity, and self-expression through music and community-building. With a knack for balancing levity and depth, Saxon’s lyrics touch on everything from identity and survival to love and absurdity. His live shows are part comedy, part therapy, part straight-up rap but always unforgettable. His new album $ports drops this fall. Don’t miss it.

www.imoldmansaxon.com


is a Denver-based artist blending hip-hop, R&B, and raw, melodic storytelling. Known for his dynamic sound, captivating performances, and honest lyricism, he continues to evolve as one of Colorado’s most authentic and influential voices in music.

www.dnapicasso.com


Yo, Rhyden is a 17-year-old Denver rapper, inspired by Mac Miller, Nas, and Joey Bada$$. He’s already hit stages like the Boulder Theater and The Roots Music Project, and he’s dropped Apocalypse, a small EP, and The Future Is Now, a larger mixtape. If you aren’t listening to it, what are you doing? Love somebody.



About Roots Music Project Foundation

Roots Music Project Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit local music incubator based in Boulder, Colorado. We believe in the power of music to make the world a better place. All music starts locally. We empower artists, fans, and venues to connect and create a thriving and inspiring local music scene.

4747 Pearl St, Ste V3A Boulder, CO 80301 Search for "Roots Music Project" on Google Maps.

RootsMusicProject.org

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www.facebook.com/RootsMusicProject.org

"See you at Roots!"


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Roots Music Project, 4747 Pearl, Boulder, United States

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