Authors: JR Ruppel
Cover Story: A.U.
It’s about time … I finally had an interview and got some information that helped me put together a story about a band. … read more
Stoneface: February 1993
Even though he and the rest of the band didn’t have a lot to say about their music or almost anything for that matter, I got a feeling from their attitudes about their music. … read more
Salt Lake Indies
All the news about record releases from R.U. dead, Semaphore, Siren Song and Flatline Records.
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Feature Band: Iceburn
I have been keeping an eye on the straight edge scene. I knew that it would not last, in Salt Lake however, things have a way of popping up a bit late and never leaving. … read more
May 1991 Feature Band: Swim Herschel Swim
I didn’t hear about Swim Herschel Swim until the hate mail started flowing in from Provo about this “over rated, over liked” band. … read more
February’s Cover Band: Road Frisbee
Live and recorded they can be interesting; however, while live you can experience the energy which can’t quite be captured on tape. … read more
Archived | Concert | Music | Show Reviews
September Feature Band: Strangers
One minute Strangers’ music will sound like the 70s hard-driving rock n’ roll, and then will move to a number which could have been influenced by The English Beat. This diversity keeps their music interesting. … read more
Insight
Being drug-free is not the only thing Insight is shouting about—they feel just as strong about animal rights, unity, stopping racism, love and relationships. … read more
Victims Willing: A Band You Can Count On
Victims Willing aren’t really about anything, just five guys playing good rock and roll—No trends, no gimmicks and no hype, just solid music you can count on. … read more
The Stench
After at least a case of beer and a long conversation on the social relevance of DEVO, Tom pulled out a tape. “Hey dude, check these guys out. Local boys.” … read more