Authors: Ben Trentelman
Review: La Machine – Phases and Repetition
I can’t help but imagine these tracks backing a David Lynch film—something along the lines of a black Cadillac racing through the desert night pursued by creepy-looking pale corpses in dark suits. … read more
Local Reviews: Daniel Day Trio – Black on Black
Black on Black is composed of the well-known Trio’s ambiance-enhancing, jazz-infused covers of a wide range of artists and genres. Recorded during a live performance on KRCL, Black on Black possesses every element that you would hope to hear from a live performance.
The Union for Street Solidarity: Compassion for fellow Salt Lakers
The Union for Street Solidarity is a small but growing group of concerned individuals aiding those in need through direct action. … read more
Disciplined Dreamers at Fluid
Fluid Advertising got their start around 1997 as a creative boutique focusing on a range of package designs and more traditional marketing strategies. … read more
Tool @ Vivint Smart Home Arena 10.18 w/ Killing Joke
Despite touring on the new album, Tool only played a handful of new songs. Instead, they spent the bulk of the show playing every song you wanted to hear. … read more
Just Parking and Doing What We Love: Ogden’s Food Truck...
By operating the Ogden Food Truck Rally independently, Steve Ballard is able to make sure that all of the trucks are local. … read more
Put on Your Bow Tie and Ride to Bike Prom...
The Salt Lake Bicycle Collective is gearing up to welcome this season’s riders to Bike Prom, which is moving to the Tracy Aviary. … read more
Cinematic Dreamer? The Utah Film Commission’s Next Level Grant Program...
According to Virginia Pearce, the Director at the Utah Film Commission, it is common for these aspiring filmmakers to understand the technical-skill-driven aspects of making a movie, but the business side can be tricky, particularly the fundraising side. … read more
Pancake and Potato Pioneers: The Hammer Spring Distillers
Hammer Spring makes a grain-based vodka called Hidden Vodka, which JP Bernier attributes to helping pave the way for their craft products. “We realized that there is some benefit to distilling this way, in that you can make it quickly for a decent price,” Bernier says. … read more
From The Garage to Salt Flats Brewing: A Beer-Fueled Journey
With six of their beers canned for mass distribution, Salt Flats Brewing is ready to respond to whichever direction the market goes with beers that will satisfy every palate. What Salt Flats Brewing has to offer was nowhere near my normal Wednesday-afternoon cup of tea, and I was feeling thirsty. … read more
