Denver’s DIY music scene is thriving with the opening of a new venue called The D.M.V. The venue, which is located on Josephine Street and 43rd Avenue, hosted the Denver Noise Fest, a three-day event that featured local and out-of-state artists playing various types of experimental music.

The D.M.V. Venue

The D.M.V. is a small performance space that is packed with audience members during performances. The venue has a real sound system and stage, making it easier for performers and audience members to participate in noise-making in Denver. The team behind The D.M.V. is hoping to keep the venue open for the long haul as a space for experimental music.

The cost of living in Denver makes DIY venues, especially new ones, difficult to operate. The D.M.V. is currently renting its building for $4,000 a month and is hoping to own the space outright one day. However, specializing in experimental music makes it hard to generate enough cash to do so.

Community Support

Despite the challenges, The D.M.V. has received support from the local community. Visitors say that the venue’s policy of not turning anyone away for lack of funds helps build a true community. The venue also doesn’t have big crowds, but it is trying to make a name for itself in the experimental music scene.

Musicians will keep creating, and anybody can make noise. The D.M.V. is providing a space for them to do so, and it is hoping to become a staple in the Denver music scene.

Original reporting: Denverite — read the source article.