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Colorado Springs, Colorado

Everything Colorado Springs is known for

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Colorado Springs, Colorado, known as Olympic City USA, is home to a diverse array of musical talent. Our collection features 45 artists who call this Front Range city home, spanning genres from pop to metal. Among them are the popular band OneRepublic and indie artists Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners.

The city's musical presence is also highlighted in song, with 10 tracks mentioning Colorado Springs. These include "Thinkin’ ’Bout You All Night" by Reckless Kelly and "Colorado Springs (feat. Lacey Hill)" by Derek Miller. The local music scene continues to evolve, offering various live music opportunities for both audiences and artists.

Music in Colorado Springs

Songs About Colorado Springs

Thinkin’ ’Bout You All Night
Reckless Kelly
98%
"I took a stroll through the garden of the gods, you were on my mind"
Colorado Springs
Come Down Denver
83%
"TITLE"
Colorado Springs (feat. Lacey Hill)
Derek Miller
72%
Surf Colorado
Bowling for Soup
51%
"She traded rattlesnakes for bunny runs in Colorado Springs"
She Came from the Mountains
Johnny Cash
51%
"Once, in Colorado Springs, at the foot of old Pike's Peak"
Bronc Star
Matt Robertson
49%
"And my picture hanging up in Colorado Springs"
thinkin' 'bout you all night
reckless kelly
45%
Cheyenne Mountain Breakdown
Open Road
41%
"Cheyenne Mountain Breakdown"
charlie goodnight
dub miller
10%
? (Modern Industry)
Fishbone
6%
"KUSA"
A Friend Like You
The Milk Carton Kids
4%
"You said you got a friend in Colorado Springs"
KMAG YOYO
Hayes Carll
1%
"Sent me home to NORAD"

Rivers & Roads in Song near Colorado Springs

Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Colorado Springs.

History of Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs, CO RoadyGoat

Colorado Springs, nestled at the foot of Pikes Peak, has a unique pedigree. General William Jackson Palmer founded the city in 1871, and it soon became a destination for those seeking both natural beauty and a sense of purpose. The blend of outdoor adventure and patriotic pride is palpable, likely fueled by the strong military presence which continues to shape the region's economy. This is a place where you might find an athlete training at altitude one moment, and the next, encounter individuals drawn to the influence of organizations like Focus on the Family, also headquartered here.

Cheyenne Mountain - NORAD

1961

Inside Cheyenne Mountain near Colorado Springs, the US military built a nuclear-hardened command center designed to survive a direct atomic hit, where NORAD has watched the skies for incoming missiles since 1967.

6.3 mi away

Things to Do in Colorado Springs

Everything Near Colorado Springs

21 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.

  • Colorado Springs, CO

    Colorado Springs, nestled at the foot of Pikes Peak, has a unique pedigree. General William Jackson Palmer founded the city in 1871, and it soon became a destination for those seeking both natural beauty and a sense of…

  • Colorado Springs station · 0.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Step back in time at this grand 1917 railway station and Harvey House, a testament to the golden age of train travel. This station was a joint project of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway and the Colorado and…

  • Evergreen Cemetery (Colorado Springs, Colorado) · 1.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Evergreen Cemetery isn't just a graveyard; it's a silent chronicle of Colorado Springs' origins. When the city was founded in 1871, the existing cemeteries couldn't keep up with the booming population. General William…

  • Midland Terminal Railroad Roundhouse · 2.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Imagine the steam and roar of locomotives at this historic 14-stall railroad roundhouse, a vital hub for the Midland Terminal Railroad. This building was constructed and operated by the Colorado Midland Railroad,…

  • Old Colorado City · 2.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Pull over here for a minute and imagine a bustling Wild West town, because that's exactly what Old Colorado City used to be. Founded during the Pikes Peak Gold Rush of 1859, Colorado City quickly became a vital supply…

  • Garden of the Gods · 4.0 mi · Things to Do

    Red rock formations jutting 300 feet into the sky with Pikes Peak behind them. Free admission.

  • North Cheyenne Cañon Park · 4.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Imagine standing here over a century ago, witnessing the dawn of a protected natural space. North Cheyenne Cañon Park has been enchanting visitors since the late 1800s. Initially known as Colorado College Park, this…

  • Briarhurst · 4.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Imagine the grand parties and whispered secrets held within these walls! Briarhurst Manor, now a restaurant, was once the home of Dr. William Bell, a key figure in Manitou Springs' early development. Bell, a British…

  • Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun · 4.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Get ready for some incredible views, because this spot is all about a monument dedicated to a beloved American cowboy and humorist. Spencer Penrose, a wealthy entrepreneur who helped shape Colorado Springs, began…

  • Cliff House (Manitou Springs, Colorado) · 5.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Experience the grandeur of the Cliff House, a Queen Anne style hotel that has welcomed guests to Manitou Springs for generations. Built in 1873, the Cliff House was initially a modest boarding house. Over the next two…

  • Manitou Mineral Springs · 5.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Imagine traveling miles for a sip of water – but not just any water, water believed to cure what ails you! That's why people flocked to Manitou Springs. Starting in the late 1800s, and continuing into the 1900s, Manitou…

  • Miramont Castle · 5.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Prepare to step back in time at Miramont Castle, a unique Victorian-era home with a story as intriguing as its architecture. Built in 1895, Miramont Castle was the private residence of Father Jean Baptist Francolon, a…

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  • Cheyenne Mountain - NORAD · 6.3 mi · Historical Marker

    Inside Cheyenne Mountain near Colorado Springs, the US military built a nuclear-hardened command center designed to survive a direct atomic hit, where NORAD has watched the skies for incoming missiles since 1967.

  • Peterson Air and Space Museum · 6.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    This isn't just another Air Force base; it’s the former heart of America's air defense! The Peterson Air and Space Museum, located right here, tells that story. In 1942, the Colorado Springs Municipal Airport became…

  • Jeanne Assam at New Life Church · 11.0 mi · News Wikipedia

    On December 9, 2007, a gunman who had already killed two young sisters at a missionary training center in Arvada drove to New Life Church in Colorado Springs and opened fire in the lobby as services let out, killing two…

  • Pioneer Cabin (Colorado Springs, Colorado) · 11.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wondered what life was like for the earliest settlers in Colorado Springs? This humble log cabin, the Pioneer Cabin, is one of the oldest buildings in the entire city, a true window into frontier life. Built around…

  • Pikes Peak · 12.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Get ready for some seriously breathtaking views, because you're approaching Pikes Peak, one of Colorado's most iconic mountains! In 1806, Zebulon Pike, leading an expedition for the U.S. Army to explore the Louisiana…

  • United States Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel · 12.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Prepare to be amazed by the United States Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel, a structure so striking it initially sparked controversy. Designed by Walter Netsch from Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, and built by Robert E.…

  • United States Air Force Academy, Cadet Area · 12.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Prepare to be awestruck by a vision of the future, forged in the shadow of the Rockies. The United States Air Force Academy's Cadet Area isn't just a campus; it's a statement. Dedicated in 1958, the Cadet Area broke…

  • Stratton's Independence Mine and Mill · 18.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    This mine produced over 200,000 ounces of gold in just five years, fueling a gold rush frenzy. Located near Victor, Colorado, on the south slope of Battle Mountain, Stratton's Independence Mine was a major gold…

  • Victor Downtown Historic District · 19.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Hold onto your hat, because you're about to drive through a real-life time capsule! The Victor Downtown Historic District whispers tales of a gold rush that transformed this mountainside. In the late 1890s, Victor…

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