KGNU welcomed Tony Ortega and John Macy to preview the 2025 Denver Steel Guitar Show, happening Sunday, August 10 at Heroes Bar & Grill in Thornton. Now in its fifth year, the show celebrates the diverse sounds of the pedal steel guitar with performances spanning country, jazz, blues, and rock. Ortega shared highlights from this year’s lineup, including Jerry Fessenden, Sharon Denny, and rising talent Joey Rowland. Macy joined remotely from Texas to reflect on his steel guitar journey and preview new music from the Twang Wranglers. The conversation also honored late Colorado steel player Bob Case, to whom this year’s show is dedicated. (Interview: 7/19/25)
