Emerson Willis
Google
Review for Bar 404 in Denver
Last night, my band Your Own Medicine played a show at Bar 404, and we had an absolutely fantastic time! First off, huge shoutout to the sound guy—he was incredible! You could tell he really loves his job and takes it seriously. As a musician who's been gigging for the last 20 years, I've come across a lot of sound guys, and many are just quiet and seem irritated. This guy stood out because he was genuinely into the music and really made sure everything sounded great. That's a rare and much-appreciated find!
The venue itself is super cool. We loved the green room downstairs (we even signed the wall—always a fun touch!). Smaller venues like Bar 404 create such an intimate setting, which is perfect for connecting with the crowd. Our fans were packed all the way up to the stage, cheering, dancing, and rocking out with us. It was one of those nights where everyone was in it together, and you could feel the energy bouncing off the walls.
The bartenders were on point, really attentive, and the food was surprisingly good—definitely more than just your typical bar snacks. The sound was great, even for a smaller space, which can sometimes be a challenge. Our set ran from 9-10pm, and it was awesome to have my whole family there, including the little ones, since under 21s are allowed before 10pm.
We’ll definitely be back to Bar 404, and I highly recommend checking it out. And hey, don’t forget to support local music—follow our band, buy some merch, and keep these amazing venues and the local scene thriving. We need you!