Authors: Lizz Corrigan
Localized: Johnny Betts
A homegrown indie-folk singer-songwriter, Johnny Betts, aka John Betts Cowan III, is a multi-instrumentalist from a rich musical background. … read more
Localized: Harold Henry
Harold Henry are a “whiskey-drenched folk” trio brought together by musical serendipity, playing evocative, dynamic, emotionally and whiskey-driven folk music. … read more
RoHa Brewing Project: Trailblazing Saisons & Single Track
RoHa’s main objective is to deliver beers that force you to slow down and enjoy the simple life in a community of down-to-earth brewers and beer drinkers. … read more
The Handmade Tale of The Great Salt Lake Guitar Co.
Through the tall windows of The Great Salt Lake Guitar Co. (GSLGC), I saw owner Reo Stika repairing guitars behind a workbench. The shop, which specializes in handmade guitars, was a welcoming refuge from the cold night, with warm lighting and a long corridor of exposed brick and perfectly mounted acoustic guitars. … read more
The Brewing of John Bolton & Salt Lake Roasting Company
John Bolton’s passion for roasting coffee began in an age when it was a rebellious act to drink coffee in Salt Lake City, which helped Salt Lake Roasting Company grow immensely. … 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
Localized: Sarah Anne DeGraw
Sarah Anne DeGraw’s slow strums and simple progressions start and stop perfectly to frame the impressive rises and falls of her strong and graceful voice. Hear DeGraw’s powerful musical fervor at Urban Lounge on Nov. 16 for our SLUG Localized event, along with folk-rocker Johanna Johanna. … read more
Localized: Porch to Porch
Porch to Porch are an upbeat, folky bluegrass ensemble with fast-picking fingers and a wailing harmonica. They live by their motto, “For the love of music,” which harmonica player and designer Willus Branham penciled into their band logo five years ago. They’re a big, happy, whiskey-drinkin’ family who dedicates their Wild Western project to spreading good vibes, jamming and going right into the crowd. … read more
Review: The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out Of Water
We all know SpongeBob Squarepants (Tom Kenny), the charismatic little yellow sponge without a care in the world. … read more
The Shortest Girl At The Tallest Man On Earth
Kristian Matsson goes by The Tallest Man on Earth and has released four full-length albums and two EPs. Mattson is a folk genius, with acoustic sets that attract people from every direction. … read more