Amplify Black and Indigenous Voices

The event Amplify Black and Indigenous Voices made a space for music as a protest for Black Lives Matter (BLM) on Saturday, June 13 at the Denver Greek Theater in Civic Center Park.

Bianca Mikahn speaking at Amplify Black and Indigenous Voices.

Protesters practiced social distancing and still managed to dance to live music. Spirit of Grace kicked off the line up, followed by Sydney Battie, Bianca Mikahn, Ramakhandra, Wesley Watkins, Brothers of Brass, and Break Science.

Organized by Terwanda McMoore of We Are One Denver as well as members of Brothers of Brass, Armando Lopez and Khalil Simon, the grassroots effort curated the day as a way to keep the BLM protest moving.

Aiming to spread awareness to Black and Indigenous owned non-profit organizations, such as Compassionate Colorado, The People’s Action Committee, and the Denver Justice Project. The organizers plan to host more live music events in the near future.

*Photos by Justine Johnson