The long weekend is fast approaching, and Aspen knows how to celebrate the end of a fantastic summer. Spend Labor Day weekend listening to great music, eating great food, and hanging out with great people at the JAS Labor Day Experience. The Jazz Aspen Snowmass aims to preserve jazz and other related genres through musical and educational experiences. You can experience one of their world class festivals this Labor Day weekend, September 2nd through September 4th at Snowmass Town Park. Deemed the hottest 72 hours of summer, JAS Labor Day Experience features popular headliners, delicious food, and more!
On Friday, September 2nd, 2016, singer-songwriter Andy Grammer will perform. First made famous by his early hit “Keep Your Head Up,” Grammer shot to stardom with the release of “Honey, I’m Good.” Following Andy Grammer’s performance is the ever popular Train. Train, a roots rock band, has won multiple Grammys and enjoys international and long-standing success.
Saturday, September 3rd, 2016, sees electronic recording artist and DJ collective Thievery Corporation opening for The Killers. The Killers have been popular since their formation in 2001. They are responsible for hits such as “Mr. Brightside,” “Somebody Told Me,” and “Human.” The Killers have been nominated for 7 Grammys, and have won an MTV Europe Music Award and a BRIT award.
Closing the festival, on Sunday, September 4th, 2016, is Duran Duran at 5pm. Duran Duran is an 80s New Wave band that has won multiple Grammys and has been inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Following them is one of the most famous Jazz artists of all time, Stevie Wonder. Wonder, who first got his start in music as a child prodigy, has the most Grammys ever awarded to a male solo artist, with 25 awards. With singles such as “Superstition,” and “Sir Duke”, Wonder is sure to put on a legendary show.
But that’s not all JAS has in store. For the first time ever, there will be two JAS After Dark Silent Disco Parties featuring dueling DJs after the concert ends. In addition to these Discos, there will be a “Broncos Experience at JAS” that features a collaboration with team executives and notable alumni.
Come celebrate Labor Day with good music, while enjoying your stay at My Aspen Rental.