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Local Music Singles Roundup: July 2026

SLUG is here to help you leave this world behind, as we bring you the best of local music in this edition of Local Music Singles Roundup! … read more

By Paige Zuckerman

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Psychedelic Soul Punk
John Andrew McCool

John Andrew McCool = The Beatles + The Beach Boys

The album, Psychedelic Soul Punk by John Andrew McCool — released last month — is exactly how I needed to start my summer: with songs that give artists of the 70s.  … read more

By Joy Nelson

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you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love
Olivia Rodrigo

Olivia Rodrigo = Robert Smith + The Cars

This is a perfect pop record. It never lets up. you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love is Olivia Rodrigo's version of Bob Dylan's Blood On The Tracks! … read more

By Russ Holsten

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inversion.
inversion.

inversion. = Movements + Hum

inversion. by inversion. is a must-listen for all those keeping up with the Utah music scene. This local band debuted with a little taste of everything. … read more

By Hazel Paul

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Interview: World Record

Local band World Record puts on a hell of a show at Kilby Court, and I’m fortunate enough to sit down with the band before their performance. … read more

By Damien Poelman

Localized: Willöh

Willöh’s fist-pumping sound is made courtesy of drummer Brooke McAfee-Tycksen, bassist Maelissa Hale-Robinson and guitarist / vocalist Allison Arana-Skvor. … read more

By Jacob Huff

Localized: Star Carmen

Constantly reinventing their sound and skills, a bassist, vocalist, two guitarists and a drummer form the five-pointed Star Carmen. … read more

By Jacob Huff

Concert Review: Holly Humberstone

Holly Humberstone didn’t just perform — she painted the stage in raw, flickering emotion. Her set unfolded like a living diary under the house lights. … read more

By Derek Brad