On this week’s episode, SLUG’s Editorial Assistant Alexander Ortega chats with Machiel Klerk of the Jung Society about their organization and workshops. Then, our fearless host Dan Nailen sits down with Stephen Simmons, co-founder of An October Evening to talk about the event and this year’s plans. Finally, SLUG writer Brinley Froelich talks with Michael McLane of the Utah Humanities Council to discuss their programs and the current Book Fair happening around the state. Plus, brand new music from doom rock band SubRosa and heavy rock band Mortigi Tempo. In a few weeks Jeffrey Steadman will return for another Yelp segment talking about the best Halloween-related treats and goodies to find around town, and we’d like to hear what some of your favorites are. Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show!

Host: Dan Nailen
Executive Producer: Angela H. Brown
Lead Producer: Gavin Sheehan
Associate Producers: Esther Meroño, Alexander Ortega, Dan Nailen
Theme Song by Birthquake
Theme Producer: Jesse Ellis
Art Design & Logo: Thy Doan
Technical Designer: Kate Colgan

Interviewers: Alexander Ortega, Dan Nailen, Brinley Froelich
Music This Episode: Intuitive Cat, SubRosa, Mooninite, Mortigi Tempo, Searching For Celia

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Episode #477 — Lapdog

Episode #477 — Lapdog

Salt Lake City band Lapdog is no slouch, taking on a blend of psych, bossa nova, singer-songwriter and jangly indie rock. On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, Fisher Huish chats about the band’s unique sound and improvisational approach and debuts a brand-new song.  

Episode #476 — Rachael Jenkins

Episode #476 — Rachael Jenkins

Rachael Jenkins is one of SLC’s most talented vocalists. From her introspective and tender lyricism to her thoughtful instrumentation, her music is truly one of a kind. On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, Jenkins talks about her musical journey and newest project The End. The End by Rachael Jenkins  

Episode #475 — Melancholy Club

Episode #475 — Melancholy Club

Melancholy Club is one of Utah’s premier emo outfits, made up of Tanner Padbury (lead vocals, guitar), Rex Blair (lead guitar, backing vocals), Zane Dees (drums) and Noah Shelton (bass, backing vocals). On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, we talk about the group’s new projects, signature sound and upcoming performance at Kilby Block Party in

Episode #474 — Cera Gibson

Episode #474 — Cera Gibson

On this episode, Cera Gibson discusses her recently released EP pinksoak, the evolution of her sound and her collaborative work. … read more

Episode #473 — Gracemaker

Episode #473 — Gracemaker

Gracemaker is an SLC post-noise outfit made up of Nicholas Bat (vocals), Darren Watts (bass, vocals), Matt Wiley (guitar) and Chris Garrido (drums). … read more

Episode #472 — The/Theys

Episode #472 — The/Theys

On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, the band discusses their sound, origin and upcoming projects.  … read more