From Doom Metal to Gothic Folk: An Interview with The Keening

From Doom Metal to Gothic Folk: An Interview with The...
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The Keening—the solo project of Rebecca Vernon, former vocalist for now-defunct local band SubRosa—released their debut album Little Bird on Oct. 6, full of murder ballads and folksy tones. … read more

The Aces Talk Queer Coming-of-Age in Suburban Utah

The Aces Talk Queer Coming-of-Age in Suburban Utah
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Ahead of their upcoming show at The Complex on Oct. 21, the all-girls, Orem-native band The Aces chatted with SLUG about their newest album, unpacking trauma and fan support. … read more

Music on the Mountain: Second Annual Park City Song Summit

Music on the Mountain: Second Annual Park City Song Summit
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The second annual Park City Song Summit is back Sept. 7–9, and this time it’s found a brand new home at the Canyons Village Resort. … read more

Tessa Violet On Becoming A Bad Bitch And Empowering Others

Tessa Violet On Becoming A Bad Bitch And Empowering Others
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Tessa Violet’s new album MY GOD! follows the arduous journey of Violet finding herself after the brutal, emotional vacancy that occurs after heartbreak. … read more

Crucialfest 12: An Interview with Mizmor and Døne

Crucialfest 12: An Interview with Mizmor and Døne
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For local metalheads, the Crucialfest 12 is the perfect place to expand your music palette and connect with musicians of all hardcore genres. … read more

Mind the Gap Festival 2023: A Conversation with Boyish and 26fix

Mind the Gap Festival 2023: A Conversation with Boyish and...
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In a joint interview with SLUG, the two indie-rock acts chat about the wild energy of Utah crowds and fending off disparaging comments from sound guys. … read more

What it Means to be ‘Tenderpunk’: An Interview with illuminati hotties

What it Means to be ‘Tenderpunk’: An Interview with illuminati...
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Illuminati hotties has earned the title of tenderpunk pioneer. Sweet but tough, their music is sure to be a hit when they play at Library Square on August 3. … read more

Apocalyptic Sound: An Interview with Clan of Xymox’s Ronny Moorings

Apocalyptic Sound: An Interview with Clan of Xymox’s Ronny Moorings
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Clan of Xymox believes that empathy and kindness seem to be lacking in today’s global society. One way or another, “The Great Reset” is coming. … read more

Indigo De Souza Loves You No Matter What You’re Wearing

Indigo De Souza Loves You No Matter What You’re Wearing
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What would you like to do before you die? It’s an intimidating question, but Indigo De Souza is no stranger to creative contemplations on mortality. … read more

Extremity in Every Form: General Violence Conference

Extremity in Every Form: General Violence Conference
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The General Violence Conference brings together nearly 30 acts from across the country who represent various corners of heavy and extreme music. … read more