Month: November 2016
The Rough Year Chronicled: Matt Mascarenas of Westing
Westing has evolved into something of a fully realized, post-hardcore sound, complete with full instrumentals, high intensity and honest lyricism. … read more
Shovels & Rope, Indianola @ The Depot 11.17
Indianola, a two-piece out of Jackson, Mississippi, and Shovels & Rope, the married duo from South Carolina, transformed Salt Lake’s The Depot into a small-town Georgian honky tonk. … read more
Review: Dungeons & Dragons: Storm King’s Thunder
While most D&D campaigns begin in a relatively neutral or safe location, Storm King’s Thunder thrusts its participants straight into the adventure, setting them in a recently sieged village that’s being torn apart by goblins. … read more
Morrissey: Rumors of My Demise Have Been Greatly Exaggerated @...
I’ve left many Morrissey concerts in something of a daze. It’s that strange sensation where you’ve been treated to something special, but had it snatched away from you before you were ready to see it go. … read more
Heathen Ass Worship: Ass Antics and the Duality of Man
Heathen Ass Worship, Utah’s local band of miscreants from Uranus, hit Metro Music Hall’s stage on Nov. 19. … read more
Peter Hook & The Light: Substance Tour 2016 @ Urban...
This past Monday at Urban Lounge, Peter Hook & The Light put on what was quite possibly the best show I’ve ever attended (and will attend) for The Substance Tour 2016. … read more
The Eloquence of Ego Likeness
Ego Likeness have drawn crowds to their shows here in Salt Lake City with their mythical lyrics and driving industrial sound, and their Crossroads Tour will make a stop at Area 51 on Thursday, Nov. 10. … read more
Localized: Johanna Johanna
Johanna Johanna are a local Americana sensation that will hit Urban Lounge, Nov. 16, for a night of atmospheric rapport. Alongside Johanna Johanna’s nuanced folk-rock will be the blues from Sarah Anne DeGraw and hearty folk from opener Michelle Moonshine. Localized is 21-plus, free of charge and generously sponsored by Uinta Brewing Co., High West Distillery, KRCL 90.9FM and Spilt Ink SLC. … read more
Experience, Explore, Engage: Waterpocket Distillery
There’s a new distillery coming to Utah, and when it hits, you’ll be left with a craving to get out and explore. Waterpocket Distillery opens in West Valley City at the beginning of next year with a palate of new flavors and a bit of an adventurous side. … read more
Movie: Lights Out
Lights Out is not a movie for the faint of heart— especially those afraid of the dark— but I will say it’s the best scary movie of the year. David F. Sandberg accurately portrays the demons of mental illness in Lights Out, an expansion of his short film (2013). … read more
Review: The Conjuring 2
Based on a “true story,” The Conjuring 2 follows demonologists Ed and Lorraine Warren to the Hodgson family in London, where Janet, the youngest daughter, is showing symptoms of possession. Join the Warrens on their journey of demon-hunting and self-discovery. … read more
Indestructible Review
Indestructible: Growing up Queer, Cuban, and Punk in Miami is a captivating illustrated novella that makes audience feel like a part of Cristy C. Road’s experience. … read more
