Music
Review: Thien Dragon — CHAOS GARDEN
With low-poly graphics, dreamy pinks and purples and video game references, Thien Dragon’s world is a fun, playful adventure that lets you release your stress. … read more
Local Review: The Narcs — Local Hero
The Narcs operate much like a jam band, using a democratic approach with different members taking the lead at different times in the varying grooves they create. … read more
Top Five Noisy Albums of 2025 To Burn a Hole...
Whether you want to expand your consciousness or just drown out the world, these albums turn up the bass to get raw, experimental and just plain weird. … read more
Top Five Albums of 2025 to Immerse Yourself in Winter...
From unyielding ferocity in their riffs to cathartic, soul-haunting melodies, listening to these albums is the perfect way to wrap up your 2025. … read more
Local Review: Hurtado — Cavalier
For anyone navigating heartbreak, or the confusing, character-building chaos of your 20s, Cavalier will meet you exactly where you are. … read more
Top Five Indie-ish Albums of 2025 for the Saddest Clown...
I promise there’s at least one indie-adjacent album on this list that can meet you where you’re at and keep you company. … read more
Building a Unique Musical Identity in Salt Lake City
Seasoned Utah blues musician Michael Feldman breaks down why Salt Lake City has an abundance of musical talent, but not a unique musical identity. … read more
Into the Third Space With DJ Matthew Fit
Matthew Fit has been a pillar of the local scene for over a decade now: he describes the scene breaking away from the homogeneity of the early days. … read more
An Album in 24 Hours With A Really Really Cool...
Armed with an entourage and a dream to record an entire album in 24 hours, A Really Really Cool Band is altering the music making formula. … read more
Local Music Singles Roundup: December 2025
Let’s sink ourselves into a musical medley of rock, pop, lo-fi or whatever 2025 has bestowed upon us in this edition of SLUG’s Local Music Singles Roundup. … read more
Why 24Tix Could be Your Hero, Just For One Day
24tix handles ticketing for a ballpark estimate of 2,000 concerts a year — some of them multi-million dollar ordeals. … read more
Velour and Vinyl: Yes, Provo Does Have a Music Scene
There’s been a steady increase in musical activity coming out of Provo, between Velour’s shows, 3hive beginning to host shows at their new space and more. … read more