GRiZ Shares Heartfelt Farewell to Fans as He Begins Indefinite Hiatus From Music

Griz has wrapped up his final set in denver with words of gratitude and farewell toward his adoring fandom as he leaves on hiatus.

GRiZ celebrated as Denver’s Best DJ of 2023, orchestrated a three-show-in-one-night farewell on October 5, creating a ripple of electric anticipation across the city. The crowd cheered with enthusiasm as the first note struck a chord of bittersweet farewell mixed with the joy of celebrating a remarkable musical journey.

The final show was a marathon of music that saw GRiZ tour across major venues in Denver, each performance pulsing with vibrant lights, thundering beats, and an ocean of fans riding the wave of emotions. It was more than a concert; it was a shared experience between GRiZ and his ardent admirers, as they commemorated the eclectic beats that had become synonymous with the DJ’s name.

GRiZ’s music career has been a journey of exploration, pushing the boundaries of electronic music with his blend of genres, and creating safe spaces for people to enjoy his music. Albums such as “Rainbow Brain” and “Rebel Era,” showcased his abilities and made “GRiZ” a household name within the EDM community. Notable moments include his collaborations with iconic artists such as Subtronics and John Summit, as well as his philanthropic endeavors, notably the creation of the annual event GRiZMAS, which supports music education in public schools.

GRiZ has also worked hard on showcasing and lifting people in the LGBTQ+ community through his music. From working with hip-hop legends Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa on his album “Ride Waves”, his journey exemplifies a relentless pursuit of musical excellence and a deep connection with a diverse and enthusiastic fan base. GRiZ has talked about how he felt that it was his responsibility to be a “service to [his] community.”  

His final show was the culmination of a decade of GRiZ’s music and his unrelenting ambition to express his ideals. Each beat reverberated with gratitude, every light sequence reflected the rainbow of “emotions shared between the artist and [his] community”. It was a day that encapsulated the ethos of GRiZ’s musical journey, a nostalgic trip down memory lane with each electrifying performance.

As the city of Denver bids adieu to its beloved DJ, fans from all over banded together to celebrate and send off an amazing and influential artist in the EDM community. Unsure about when the next time they would see him, fans relished each moment of his set. In the final moments of his show, GRiZ shared a heartfelt message to fans. Check out below to hear what GRiZ had to say one last time:

Edward Fang

Edward Fang has been an avid raver since the early 2010s. While he started off with the bass-heavy genre of Dubstep (Excision was his very first EDM concert!), Ed has love for all types of EDM and believes there’s an EDM subgenre for everyone. His current favorite artists include: Porter Robinson, Odesza, ISOxo, and Fred Again.., but he is always looking to discover new artists!

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