Music
Review: IDLES – Joy as an Act of Resistance
IDLES = Metz + Protomartyr + Future of the Left … read more
Smashing Pumpkins @ Vivint Smart Home Arena 09.04 with Metric
In the early to mid-90s, Smashing Pumpkins were a bridge that connected the classic sounds of ‘80s alternative radio and the post-Nirvana breakthrough that would define what alternative radio would become. For some, Smashing Pumpkins were the strangest band they listened to. … read more
Twilight Concert Series 2018: Moon Taxi 08.30 with Brogan Kelby,...
The third installment of Salt Lake City’s Twilight Concert Series on Aug. 30 saw a delightful set from Nashville indie-rock band Moon Taxi with support from DJ Jarvicious and local rock band Brogan Kelby. … read more
Review: Uniform – The Long Walk
Uniform = Atari Teenage Riot + Ministry / Tactical Sekt … read more
Twilight Concert Series 2018: Robert DeLong 08.23 w/ Mojave Nomads,...
Headlining this whole shindig, featured guest for the Twilight Concerts Series, Robert DeLong. DeLong could easily be described as an electronic musician, but that would sell short the overall experience within the production and music itself. … read more
Review: Fire-Toolz – Skinless X-1
Fire-Toolz = Atari Teenage Riot + James Ferraro … read more
Review: Devon Welsh – Dream Songs
Devon Welsh = (Majical Cloudz – synths) + R.E.M. … read more
Twilight Concert Series 2018: Diplo 08.16 with DJ Dizz, Z&Z
Diplo’s performance truly was a treat to the senses, and it overflowed from Gallivan Plaza’s border both sonically (you could literally feel the bass
from outside the gates) and energetically. After the show, fans poured into the city, sweaty and tired and in high spirits. … read more
Amen Dunes @ Urban Lounge 08.17 with Okay Kaya
The most striking aspect of the set, though, was its simplicity. Guitar, bass, drums, some piano or synth—depending on the track—performed totally live (no tracks, no loops) under a monochromatic wash of light. It’s not a new approach to live performance, but it was genuine and it was, most certainly, refreshing. … read more
SLAMM Music Expo @ Super Top Secret 08.18
The first Salt Lake Association of Music Merchants Expo drew hundreds of music-making enthusiasts to Super Top Secret’s event space from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Aug. 18. SLAMM offered everyone a chance to meet the people behind the sound. … read more