Soundwaves Podcast
Episode #245 – Sam Burton
Sam Burton is a multi-talented musician and song-writer who fronts local dream-pop band, The Circulars. In July, he released his unique, folky solo project titled Until Returning. Whether it’s dream-pop music or bluesy vocals, Sam Burton is an artist you’ll want to know. … read more
Episode #244 – Leena Rinne
Leena Rinne, drummer for the Purr Bats, started local project Strummy Coo Coo with her musically talented husband, David Payne. Playing the auto-harp is merely one of Rinne’s many skills. … read more
Episode #243 – Jamesthemormon and Poet
Jamesthemormon and Poet are two of Salt Lake City’s best rap and hip-hop artists. Two very different sounds with different goals, Jamesthemormon and Poet come together to share their mutual hope to create change in the community. … read more
Episode #242 – Telepanther
Stories about traveling in space, leaving the planet, dance parties and sex—these are the elements, combined with synth/electro-pop instruments and robotic vocals, that make up local band Telepanther. … read more
Episode #241 – VCR5
Self-described as a mix of cyberpunk, 16-bit and classical, Joe Greathouse brings you on an experimental nostalgia trip as VCR5. … read more
Episode #240 – Dan Fletcher
Ithaca-born cowboy, Dan Fletcher, knows how to pull at your heartstrings. Fletcher’s poetic performance is sure to put you in a feel-at-home trance. … read more
Episode #239 – Despite Despair
Despite Despair will release their debut full-length album, GEIST, in late summer 2016, and continue carrying the torch of Provo hardcore with a straightforward, honest and angry album: “Yes, the world is hard, but despite despair I stay inspired.” … read more
Episode #238 – Form of Rocket
This week’s SLUG Soundwaves features local math rock band Form of Rocket. If the name rings a bell, it’s because they’re no newcomers to the local music scene here in Salt Lake. Since forming in 2000 and then taking a hiatus, Curtis Jensen (guitar/ vocals), Peter Makowski (guitar/vocals), Tyler Smith (drums) and Ben Dodds (bass) are
Episode #237 – Canyons
For this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, we had the pleasure of chatting with local folk group Canyons. Maybe you’ve seen them around town or happened to catch their NPR Tiny Desk Concert and recognized their harmonious voices. … read more
Episode #236 – Ana Hardy
Meet SLUG’s Digital Media Assistant, Ana Hardy. You might’ve seen her at a local show at The Borough, noticed her timeless style in our December 2015 SLUG Style feature or listened to her performing live, electric guitar in hand and touting pastel pink hair. … read more