Music
SLUG Mag’s Top 5 of 2007
SLUG Staff share their top 5s for the year. … read more
Loose Joints; Matt Wolf’s Wild Combination: A Portrait of Arthur...
I first heard Arthur Russell’s music in 2004 when I was driving with a friend to the Spiral Jetty. What was interesting about Russell’s music was that on one hand his voice had the confessional lull of Nick Drake and on the other, gentle dance beats round out a sound that can only be described as singer/dancewriter music. … read more
Localized: Funk and Gonzo, Dacho and Sackcloth – January 2008
Localized is SLUG’s monthly local band showcase happening on the second Friday of each month. January’s series features Funk and Gonzo, Dacho and openers Sackcloth and Ashes dropping positive vibes on you January 11th at the Urban Lounge (a private club for members). Tickets are five dollars at the door. Do what you know is best for your life; show up and bust a move! … read more
Dirty Tactics Show Review
I was in a bad mood when I went to Burt’s Tiki Lounge to see Bring Your Guns. They were playing with bands I had never heard. Thus, I was speaking aural atrocities and dealing with unbearable boredom. I walked nervously into Burt’s, ordered the hipster ambrosia (PBR), and settled into a corner. … read more
Flogging Molly Show Review
I love Flogging Molly. I love their music, and I used to love their live shows. Unfortunately, I think that they’ve just given way to popular demand to continue playing medium-sized venues. … read more
Coheed & Cambria/Clutch/The Fall Of Troy Show Review
You know a show was good if you go to sleep that night, dream about it and when your alarm goes off in the morning your sleeping mind transforms it into a song from the set the night before. … read more
Nightwish/Paradise Lost Show Review
To say Nightwish put on the best show I’ve ever seen would be a gross understatement. This Finnish metal band with the majority of their US fanbase seemingly underground has made their way into the states for the first time in their 11-year career, and it’s all due to a recent member change that has left the group stronger than ever. … read more
Regina Spektor Show Review
Relaxing is not the first word that jumps to anyone’s mind when describing your typical show at In The Venue. But, then again, Regina Spektor has proved time and time again that she is anything but the typical performer. … read more
As I Lay Dying Show Review
The last time I attended a show out at the Saltair Pavilion was about 10 years ago, and my goodness has it changed. Out with the “nearly abandoned warehouse” atmosphere, this old building has really shaped up to be pretty nice venue. Everybody touch up your sleeve tattoos and put on the tough guy scowl, a heavy metal show is coming to town! … read more
Witchcraft Show Review
No personal offense to Will Sartain, but his new band The Future of the Ghost really did not belong on this bill. I’m sure some people will dig on these guys as they play out more, and Will is a very talented individual, but they kind of disrupted the whole vibe of the evening, at least for me. … read more
