Year: 2023
Localized: fuckskin
The versatility and uniqueness of fuckskin, the quartet of Zachary Zane, Val Brown, Gary Fairburne and Kale Morse, can’t seem to fit into one specific genre. … read more
Local Music Singles Roundup: May 2023
While you’re out peddling your speeding heart out around the Salt Lake Valley, why not indulge in some local music? Our May Local Music Singles Roundup is here to pleasure the ear holes. Tune into some psychedelic low-fi for casual cruises or pump up the volume to some heavy metal. Plug in the headphones and press shuffle—you’re strapped in for the best of SLC’s music scene! … read more
Contributor Limelight: Litzi Estrada
Since summer of 2021, Litzi Estrada has been (sometimes singlehandedly) holding down SLUG’s coverage of metal, punk, doom and other heavy rock genres. We’re forever grateful for her studied approach to covering the music SLUG built its initial coverage on 34 years ago. Visit SLUGMag.com to read her features on this month’s Localized performers, Snake
Contributor Limelight: Alton Barnhart
Alton Barnhart joined our team of Editorial Interns last November, and his incomparable wit has been a fixture of our office life since. In his writing, Alton balances this jubilant personality with a nuanced understanding of journalistic technical processes—he’s one of the brightest new voices we have on the team. Check out his feature on
Local Review: ECHOES FROM THE VALLEY
Featuring over a dozen bands from the early ’00s, ECHOES FROM THE VALLEY compilation is equal part lost aughts treasures and equal part fresh bangers for 2023. … read more
Film Review: From Black
From Black is about as paint-by-numbers as a supernatural horror flick can get. … read more
Film Reviews: Chevalier
Chevalier is a haunting film that will inspire people to research Joseph Bologne and his many accomplishments. … read more
Queers in Wonderland: Utah Pride Center’s Adult Queer Prom 2023
Queer Prom provides a safe space for LGBTQ+ folks to celebrate all forms of expression without the stress of conformity. … read more
Dreamers Wish Foundation 1st Annual Dance Party and Gala @...
Dreamers Wish Foundation’s commitment to service is sincere, and anyone who’d like to join the organization on its journey is invited to come along. … read more
Film Review: Beau Is Afraid
Beau Is Afraid must be seen to be believed, and one cannot deny that Aster’s singular vision is one of the most undiluted endeavors to receive a wide release. … read more
Bold & Beautiful: Tara Lipsyncki
If anyone is the epitome of being both bold and gorgeous AF, it’s Tara Lipsyncki, a drag performer, activist, comedian and all-around amazing individual. … read more
Film Review: Somewhere In Queens
Somewhere in Queens easily ranks among the best films of 2023 to date and has the heart of a contender. … read more
