Sammy Virji’s laser show illuminates the crowd at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Oct. 16, 2026. (Rori Holland/CU Independent)
British DJ and producer Sammy Virji has become a leading name in the current wave of UK garage, blending a mix of drums and chopped vocals with bassline and house influences. His tracks “If U Need It” and “Shella Verse” helped build his following, while his viral 2023 DJ Mag set introduced a wider audience to his mixing and productions. His rise has also helped bring renewed international attention to a genre rooted in British club culture. On Friday, Virji brought his 2026 North America Tour to Colorado for his first headline show at Red Rocks, with support from Confidence Man, Oppidan and Sam Alfred.
Sammy Virji expresses his gratitude for the crowd and venue at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Oct. 16, 2026. (Rori Holland/CU Independent)
Sammy Virji performs at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Oct. 16, 2026. (Rori Holland/CU Independent)
Sammy Virji performs at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Oct. 16, 2026. (Rori Holland/CU Independent)
Sammy Virji performs at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Oct. 16, 2026. (Rori Holland/CU Independent)
Sammy Virji welcomes the crowd at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Oct. 16, 2026. (Rori Holland/CU Independent)
Contact CU Independent Staff Photographer Rori Holland at rori.holland@colorado.edu.
