The Ballpark! Band Denver, a young, progressive pop and indie rock group that emerged directly from the Colorado college scene, is the buzzed-about Denver band. While they list Fort Collins as their home base, their frequent appearances in Denver and the broader Colorado DIY circuit have solidified their reputation across the Front Range.
Here is an essential guide to the band’s origins, members, and sound.
The group formed initially at Colorado State University as a dorm-room project started by founder Kai Urbany. The concept quickly grew into a full band within the campus music community, with the original lineup solidifying while the members were living in Parmelee Hall at CSU before expanding into the act that plays today.
Ballpark! describes their sound as energetic, fun, and eclectic. They blend rock, pop, emo, and bossa nova into a style they term “progressive pop,” resulting in a hooky, upbeat sound that still carries clear progressive influences.
Although they are still growing on streaming platforms and currently have only a few hundred monthly listeners, several songs have begun to gain traction on Spotify and YouTube. Notable tracks include:
Kai Urbany founded the band and includes bandmates Jason Kaplan, Max Frost, and Sydney Ambrosia. Bassist Eli Schulz joined in late 2024, rounding out the current lineup used for live shows and recordings.
Ballpark!’s debut album, See What Sticks, was released during their junior year of college. The project showcases their growth and experimentation as they evolved from a casual dorm project into a serious musical outfit.
Ballpark! is highly active in Colorado’s DIY and house-show scene, where they are known for high-energy sets and an inclusive, “everyone’s invited” vibe. Beyond the stage, they have submitted to the NPR Tiny Desk Contest and maintain an engaged fanbase by posting short, often humorous performance clips and skits on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.
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