
JANUARY 24, 2026 DOORS 6:30PM THE UTE THEATER 132 E 4th St, Rifle, CO, United States, Colorado 81650 Graveyard Choir is an Americana band from southern Colorado, known for their poignant and powerful songs inspired by lead singer Nate Valdez's experiences working at a mortuary. The band's music delves into themes of life, death, and the human condition. Introducing “Graveyard Choir”, an Americana band that delves deep into the heart of real-life stories, drawing inspiration from the singer’s experiences working at a mortuary. Led by the enigmatic Nate Valdez, this band brings a unique perspective to the Americana genre, blending haunting melodies with tales of life, death and everything in between. Born and raised in southern Colorado, Nate found himself drawn to music from an early age but it was his time working at a mortuary that truly shaped his songwriting. Surrounded by stories of loss, love and the human condition, Nate began to channel these experiences into his music, creating songs that are as poignant as they are powerful. Graveyard Choir continue to captivate audiences with their evocative storytelling and soul-stirring music. With each song, they invite listeners to reflect on the fragile beauty of life and the inevitable journey we all must take. GRAVEYARD CHOIR IS ... Nate Valdez, Eric Riley, Thom Whitney, Nicholas Waters & Jen Riley