One year can truly change everything.
When DEV sat down with Electric Hawk for her very first artist interview in 2025, she spoke openly about the future she was working toward. The conversation centered around choosing devotion over distractions and trusting that the work would eventually lead her where she was meant to go. In an off-the-record moment during that conversation, she even talked about manifesting a performance at Red Rocks and what it would mean to get there.
Twelve months later, that vision is becoming reality.
A major defining moment in the journey was the creation of DEVine Feminine, a community-driven event centered around uplifting feminine energy in the scene. Curating the entire night from top to bottom, DEV packed out Cervantes’ Other Side without even announcing a headliner, leaving a lasting impression across Denver’s bass community and opening doors not only for DEV, but for the artists and community she continues to build alongside.
On top of that, the past year has been nothing short of monumental. DEV launched her first merch line, began introducing original productions into her sets, and incorporated her own dance choreography into performances. She made her first festival appearance at Big Fam and has continued to lead the scene by uplifting and supporting other artists and their projects.
The momentum behind these moments go far beyond intention or manifestation.
Behind the scenes, she spent the past year pouring long hours into music, sharpening her production skills, and shaping a project rooted in authenticity and connection. Along the way, rapid growth also brought internal challenges, including navigating imposter syndrome and mental health struggles while preparing for the biggest opportunity of her career.
Now, as she prepares to step onto one of the world’s most iconic stages on March 28th, DEV is reflecting on the journey that brought her here, the personal growth that came with it, and the community that has supported her every step of the way.
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Kaylee Leitzel, Electric Hawk: We did our first interview about a year ago, and since then so much has happened. You launched merch, you’ve been producing sets, and you curated the DEVine Feminine event. Now that some time has passed, how do you reflect on that show?
Devin Huffmaster “DEV”: It was better than I ever expected. Not that I don’t set the bar high for myself, but seeing something I created with a group of friends turn into that was insane. Absolutely insane.
My whole production team right now are all friends, and DEVine Feminine was the same way. It’s crazy what you can accomplish when you have a strong support system. Filling an entire venue like that, especially without announcing the headliner, still blows my mind.
It took me almost a week afterward to really process it. When it happened I was just running around nonstop, and then suddenly I was like, “Oh wow… that actually happened.” I had friends fly in, my mom surprised me, the green room was filled with roses, and a lot of new faces showed up to support. It was overwhelming in the best way.
Now, even looking back at the pictures… Honestly, it was one of the best days of my life.
KL: Those kinds of nights move so fast that it can be hard to stay present. How did you ground yourself during everything that was happening?
Devin: I had to keep reminding myself to stop and look around. I’m really grateful for everything, but I’m also someone who always jumps to the next thing. Even now I’m thinking about the next show.
So during DEVine Feminine I kept stopping for a second and just looking at the crowd and my friends like, “Oh… we did this.” It was a moment where I realized that an idea I had actually came to life. I’d pause for a second, take it in, and then immediately start running around again.
KL: People are still talking about that event months later, even Ravenscoon mentioned it in a post. Do you feel that ripple effect on your end?
Devin: Yeah, all the time. People still come up to me and talk about it, even people I didn’t meet that night. That’s one of my favorite things. Someone will recognize me somewhere and say they were at the show, and that’s a wild feeling.
It’s also been really cool seeing artists and people I look up to in the industry acknowledge it. Ravenscoon mentioning it meant a lot to me.
I truly believe that show is part of what helped me get the Red Rocks slot. So it’s wild looking back and realizing how much came out of it.
KL: Do you think that event helped open Denver’s eyes to more women-curated lineups?
Devin: I hope so. There’s still a lot of work to do. The goal wasn’t just “here’s an all-women lineup.” I wanted it to be about the fact that these artists are insanely talented and deserve more opportunities. Every artist on that lineup was someone I genuinely believe in.
It’s been cool to see some of them get bigger bookings after that. One of the artists even played Mission Ballroom afterward.
So yeah, I think it made an impact. And I’d love to make it an annual thing.
KL: Ravenscoon has been spotlighting the openers through a mix series leading up to the show. How was it putting yours together?
Devin: I didn’t really want to showcase anything brand new yet, to be honest. I’ve been working on a lot of new music, and since I have the opportunity for the first time people hear some of it to be at Red Rocks, I wanted to save that moment for the stage. So for the mix, I pulled together a lot of my favorite moments from older sets and kind of built something that gives people an idea of my style and energy without giving everything away.
KL: So it was less about previewing the entire Red Rocks set and more about capturing the spirit of it?
Devin: Exactly. I wanted it to still feel exciting and true to me, but without putting every card on the table. The mix is still very much in my lane. It has a lot of my favorite selections in it, and I think it gives people a feel for what I bring without spoiling the newer stuff I’ve been building.
So far, it’s gotten good traction, and people have been really kind. Someone actually reached out to buy a pashmina after hearing the set, which is crazy to me. Stuff like that means a lot because it shows people are connecting with what I’m doing, even outside of seeing me live.
KL: Were you already a fan of artists on the lineup before getting the slot?
Devin: Yeah, it’s actually crazy. I’ve been listening to both of them for a really long time. I’ve been listening to Jantsen for probably ten years. Ravenscoon has been someone I’ve listened to for about five or six.
Ravenscoon is actually a big influence on the type of music I want to make, and Jantsen is someone whose music I’ve always listened to at the gym. So it’s kind of insane to now be opening for artists that I’ve been listening to for so long. It feels very full circle.
KL: Are there any special memories or something you’re going to be thinking about while you’re up there?
Devin: Yea there will actually be something that is heavily on my mind. My first set ever was at Milk Bar, and that same night one of my close friends, Jimmy, passed away. The last thing he texted me was, “When you play Red Rocks I get backstage.”
So that moment is going to mean a lot to me. It’s hard to have the words.. but I know he would be incredibly proud, so I’m going to carry his memory with me.
Beyond that, Red Rocks is just such a legendary venue. Thinking about all the artists who have stood on that stage… It’s an honor to even be part of that history. It also proves to me that I’m on the right path.
KL: We talked a lot about manifestation in our first interview. Looking back now, how do you feel compared to where you were a year ago?
Devin: I’ll be honest, the past few months have been really challenging mentally. I’ve been dealing with a lot of imposter syndrome around this opportunity.
When opportunities were just starting to come in, it was easier to push those feelings away. But when something like Red Rocks comes up, it’s scary. It makes you question yourself.
At the same time, I know I deserve to be here. I’ve always believed that if I keep working and don’t give up, the things I want will happen eventually. I try not to obsess over timelines. I just trust the process.
Right now I feel good and I feel ready.
KL: You’ve always been very open about mental health. How does vulnerability play into your project and the way you connect with fans?
Devin: Being vulnerable has honestly connected me to people more than anything else. Sometimes even more than the music.
I try to be really transparent online because I’ve realized people appreciate authenticity. I’ve struggled with mental health before, and in the past six months I actually went through some of the worst depressive episodes I’ve ever experienced. A lot of that came from imposter syndrome and the pressure of everything that’s been happening.
I haven’t talked about it a ton publicly because it’s not always easy to admit that you’re going through those things while also trying to show confidence in yourself and your project, but I think those two things go hand in hand. You can’t really be powerful without acknowledging the hard parts too.
Opportunities like this are amazing, but no one talks about how they can also be terrifying. There were months where things just felt really heavy mentally. At the same time, I’ve never felt more ready for something in my life.
So I try to be honest about that balance. Life can be beautiful and really hard at the same time. And I think people just want to feel less alone. If being open about my struggles helps just one person feel seen or connected, then it’s all worth it.
KL: Looking back on the past year, do you have any regrets?
Devin: Honestly, no. I don’t think I would be here if anything had gone differently.
I’m more just like, “Holy shit, thank goodness I approached last year the way I did.” Grateful I did the DEVine Feminine show. Grateful I did this, that, and the other.
Before the event we had sold nine tickets online. So it was very nerve-wracking and I had no idea how it was going to turn out, but the show ended up being incredible.
When I look back on last year, it was probably one of the best years of my life regardless of those duller moments.
KL: Anything you can tease about your Red Rocks set?
Devin: I’ve made A LOT of music over the past four months. Some flips, some edits, and one track I’m especially excited about.
There’s a single I’m planning to debut toward the end of the set. I’m still figuring out the name, but it’s something I’m really proud of. The set is very hip-hop oriented like my usual style. It’s a really fun one.
KL: What would you want to say to the people who have supported you and are coming out to Red Rocks?
Devin: Honestly, I don’t know if I’ll ever fully understand the level of support I’ve received.
I have people flying in from other states for the show. People buying merch, I’m already almost sold out. People listening to my music in other states and saying kind things to me online.
It’s still surreal to me that people care about my art like that.
So really, just… Thank you.
KL: After March 28th, what’s next?
Devin: I have a ton of goals, but I’m not putting any strict timelines on them. I’ve learned that things happen when they’re supposed to.
Right now my main goal is to keep making music and releasing it throughout the year. I also want to get back into community events and pop-ups and spend more time connecting with people again.
And honestly, I want the rest of the year to feel a little more relaxed creatively. The lead-up to this show has been intense.
So after Red Rocks, it’s music, community, and seeing where things go.
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