ABOUT US

Tier Two Live is an independent, all-ages music promotion group started in 2019 by Dave Heinrich as a bit of an experiment to see if a viable independent youth-focused music scene could be created in suburb of Boulder and Denver.

We’re building a music scene in East Boulder County through:

  • Musical Diversity

  • Youth Engagement

  • Experimentation

  • Inclusivity

Dave started going to DIY punk and hardcore shows in Reno, Nevada in the 90’s when he was 14 and was a founding member of the hardcore bands Shogun and Omega Point in his college years.  He’s one of the main organizers of the Lafayette Music Fest (started in 2022).  Prior to launching Tier Two Live he owned his own civil engineering firm.

The name Tier Two is about being located in a area that isn’t necessarily on the map for the majority of musical acts. It’s about being proud of where you are and what you can bring to the table. It’s about discovering what hidden talent lies beneath the surface of the typical music we are exposed to. We are also headquartered in Lafayette, Colorado, which is considered a Tier Two suburb.

SAFE SPACE POLICY

All Tier Two Live shows are open to everyone.  Our Safe Places Policy is as follows:

  • We are an alcohol and drug free space. Please enjoy these items elsewhere.

  • Respect people’s physical and emotional boundaries.

  • Respect, embrace, and defend other people’s opinions, beliefs, differing states of being, and differing points of view that do not uphold oppressive ideologies.

  • Oppressive, abusive, or reactionary language and behavior of any kind will be interrupted and challenged.

  • Respect the places where the shows are held.  Vandalism or other destruction to the venues risks losing the what we have worked so hard to build.

  • Be responsible for your own actions. Be aware that your actions have effects on others.

  • Examine your own subtle and not-so-subtle prejudices.

  • Look out for kids at all times and try not to leave anything around that would endanger them.

  • Any individual or group engaging in violence (including sexual violence and harassment) or who threatens another’s safety within the space will automatically be excluding themselves. We will ask them to leave the space.

  • If you experience or witness any behavior that crosses your boundaries or makes you feel uncomfortable, or if you are feeling like you would like to talk to someone anonymously about anything, please ask someone who works here.  Take responsibility for your own safety and get help if you need it.

FINANCIAL SUPPORT

We would not be where we are today without the generous support of these organizations.

IN THE NEWS

Colorado Hometown Weekly – September 7, 2021

Lead up article to the all-inclusive queer Qmunity Party we are putting together with Wide Eyed Entertainment as a benefit for Out Boulder County. Find the article HERE.

Colorado Hometown Weekly – October 20, 2019

Great article in the local Boulder County newspaper about everything we’re trying to start up. Article is HERE.

Voyage Denver Magazine – October 7, 2019

Dave was interviewed by Voyage Denver as part of their Inspiring Stories series.

Fuel The Scene Magazine Reviews

May 3, 2019 show with Old School Hype, Twisted Escape, and Life Science

April 5, 2019 inaugural show with Bloomers, Satellite Pilot, and Ipecac