Year: 2008
Word Association: Lyriconomics with Kordell Black
Anyone who has spent any sort of time with Kordell Black knows he is lyrically gifted in the art of rhyme speak, so what better way to conduct his interview than by showcasing his ability to rap on spot? … read more
Contributor Limelight: Ricky Vigil
Although he is the newest member of the SLUG office Staff, Ricky Vigil has been writing for the magazine for over two years. Vigil splits his time between the United States Postal Service and reviewing ska and punk music for the mag. … read more
Localized: Cave of Roses, Through the Eyes of Carrion and...
There isn’t much of a better way to start preparing for the holidays like a visceral, extreme metal show. … read more
Dear Dickheads – November 2008
Shutting down bitchmade bitches. … read more
Collective Mindset of Selfishness: A. Star Recordings, American West Free...
The swagger of the self-proclaimed artist abounds in Kaysville. I’m still unclear what it is about that area of Utah, that sits between Ogden and Salt Lake, which allows it to produce so many prolific musicians. … read more
8ctopus Records
Slinging some of the more legitimate “out there” shit since 2006, 8ctopus Records tends to keep the focus local. … read more
A Delicate Balance: Exigent Records Finds its Groove
Colby Houghton, father of two and T-Mobile employee by day, is no stranger to the business behind owning a record label. Colby’s brainchild, Exigent Records, has seen substantial national success with GAZA, Loom, Prize Country and a gamut of successful and up-and-coming regional bands. … read more
Kilby Records: What it Really Comes Down to Is the...
Will Sartain and Lance Saunders lead busy lives … read more
Music Is Not A Commodity, It’s an Art. Pseudo Recordings...
Maintaining anything in the local music scene can be tough for most people. … read more
You won’t hear this stuff in Amsterdam: This is Salt...
What seems like every indie kid’s dream––running a record shop, which spawns into a record label––is actually Jared Russell and Tia Martinez’s reality. … read more
Northplatte Records: Provo Proves People Wrong
There are a few common stereotypes that Utah citizens face: 1. We’re all Mormon, 2. Our beer is non-alcoholic and 3. Everyone is a polygamist. … read more
Dropkick Murphys: Shippin’ Out of Boston
I had the opportunity to do a phone interview with lead singer Al Barr from the Dropkick Murphys on a windy Friday night. … read more
