Mike Brown: Barroom Etiquette!

Mike Brown: Barroom Etiquette!
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For this month’s installment of another booze-themed issue of SLUG Magazine, I thought I’d write a little bit about barroom etiquette, but not from a bartender’s perspective. … read more

The Blessings of Greg Kyte and Comedy Church

The Blessings of Greg Kyte and Comedy Church
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Lord, give us this day our daily Greg—Greg Kyte, that is, and his one-of-a-kind Comedy Church. Recently Kyte, local comedy powerhouse, has become a breed of comedy pastor, priest, bishop and cult-leader wrapped into one with his new show running every other Sunday at Keys on Main. … read more

The Fall of Gondolin

The Fall of Gondolin
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Like Galadriel’s final surrender to the mortality of Middle-earth, The Fall of Gondolin by J.R.R. Tolkien, published Aug. 30, 2018, is the final entry in Christopher Tolkien’s long career of publishing his father’s previous drafts and essays. … read more

The Goldblood Collective: DIY Advocates and Screen-Printing Wizards Putting SLC on the Map

The Goldblood Collective: DIY Advocates and Screen-Printing Wizards Putting SLC...
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On a dingy block on South State Street, nestled between two nondescript businesses, sits Goldblood Collective, the multi-faceted business and love child of three local kids with ideas, drive and a passion for music and clothing.  … read more

SLUG Style: Chelsi Hunsaker

SLUG Style: Chelsi Hunsaker
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Chelsi Hunsaker is a finder, stylist and mother. She is also the owner of Scoutt Shop and co-owner of Atelier, a boutique on Pierpont Avenue. … read more

Oh, Cluck … Pretty Bird Food Review

Oh, Cluck … Pretty Bird Food Review
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Let’s talk about the chicken. I don’t know Pretty Bird’s particular process in creating this  scrumptious fried chicken, but it just as well could be a family secret straight outta Nashville. … read more

Skate Photo Feature: Britton Larsen

Skate Photo Feature: Britton Larsen
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Britton Larsen—aka @brittonkindasucks, aka The Wizard of Death (well, according to his Instagram)—is a young shredder. Anytime you see him at SoJo, you will catch him flying around in the bowl. … read more

To Space, Comrade! Josie Cordova’s Arcade Endeavor

To Space, Comrade! Josie Cordova’s Arcade Endeavor
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The night that Cordova unveiled To Space, Comrade! I was sitting in the back of Twilite Lounge. A typical night out at the bar developed into an experience that both inspired and struck the audience. … read more

Mike Brown: Utah Jazz Season Predictions

Mike Brown: Utah Jazz Season Predictions
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With the Jazz season approaching this month, it’s time for me to make my annual season predictions. After last season’s heroics, there’s a genuine excitement about this team locally, while the national media continues to write us off—which is actually a good thing. … read more

Good Standing: Designing a Native Story of Faith and Love

Good Standing: Designing a Native Story of Faith and Love
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Matthew Greene’s Good Standing is a creative take on the traditional, single-performer method with an unusual set design, intensely personal character portrayal and a story with roots that run deep for its collaborators and community. … read more

Beer of the Month: Dirty Chai Stout

Beer of the Month: Dirty Chai Stout
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Dirty Chai Stout is made with a local coffee roaster and brewery favorite, Blue Copper Coffee. The combo of Blue Copper and Indian Chai spice might have you thinking that this is just another hipster drink. However, we would urge you to open up your mind and taste buds and give it a try. … read more

BMX Photo Feature: Brady Tweedy

BMX Photo Feature: Brady Tweedy
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Built like a wall, Brady Tweedy hoists himself over a grab-bar rail. … read more