Authors: Hans Magleby
Local Review: Tampa Chess Club — All But If Not...
All But If Not All, Subject To Change by Tampa Chess Club is not only impressive on its own, but also representative of SLC’s talented emo scene. … read more
Secondhand (Aesthetically Pleasing) Screenings
From The Bride of Chucky to The Moomins, filmmakers have to think like a fashion designer, and we’re all about the aesthetics for this secondhand screening. The splash of color and light, the intricate mise-en-scene, particular placement of props and clothing — all of this plays an important part in storytelling. … read more
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Local Music Singles Roundup: October 2026
Does SLUG knows music? We should — we’ve been covering the best in local bands and musicians since 1988. So yeah, take our advice and check out these singles. … read more
Local Music Singles Roundup: September 2026
“This stuff”? You think this has nothing to do with you. But I’m here to tell you that “this stuff” has been hand-selected from the best in local music… That’s all. … read more
Backhand, HDM, Olympic Deth, Snõõper @ Kilby Court 07.24.2026
At Kilby Court, a lucky few beheld local legends in Olympic Deth, Backhand, Happy Death Men, and Snõõper all brought their unique blends of punk and rock. … read more
Local Review: No Such Animal — I’m Not Angry, You’re...
When you do everything you were supposed to, but in the end, there is no land of milk and honey, it’s hard not to be angry. No Such Animal’s newest release is well acquainted with frustration. … read more
Local Music Singles Roundup: August 2026
We’ve carefully curated each track with almost sniper accuracy, and we promise you that you’ll be humming once you’re done. Enjoy Local Music Singles Roundup! … read more
Local Review: frick. — Clock Out
frick. have released a tight pop-punk album that I’m confident would appeal to those familiar with the genre, as well as those who are new to local music scene. … read more
Secondhand Screenings Presents: Guilty Pleasures
For this Secondhand Screenings, we’re looking at the critically-panned / societally-hated black sheep of the entertainment circuit that are some of our writers’ timeless classics. … read more
Arts | Film | Film Reviews
SLC Pub: How I Found a Third Space to Love...
SLC Pub is a movie bar, complete with a projector screen, almost 20 televisions placed throughout the bar with surround sound throughout the building. … read more
Local Music Singles Roundup: March 2026
Out-of-this-world fantasy techno, smoker-jacket lounge music and many more! Fall out, piss stains! Read more of Local Music Singles Roundup. … read more
Local Review: BANSHEE TWIN
BANSHEE TWIN delivers both gorgeous and strong vocal performances backed by melancholic electronics that all work together to create a gorgeous backdrop … read more
