Issues: Issue 379 – July 2020
![“The Pigment of Love” by Lebogang Tendai Monageng-Goad](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Lebo-526x1024.jpg)
“The Pigment of Love” by Lebogang Tendai Monageng-Goad
Lebogang Tendai Monageng-Goad’s poem “The Pigment of Love” explores how “we can achieve more in a horizontally aligned, dual relationship.” … read more
![Chris Owens: Devoted Bboy From Utah](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20200609-3E5A9016-1024x682.jpg)
Chris Owens: Devoted Bboy From Utah
Chris Owens is Creative Director of 1520 Arts, a nonprofit dedicated to maintaining and growing the presence of hip-hop culture in Utah. … read more
![Amplifying Black Voices: SLUG Music Picks](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/mandaillus-1024x1024.jpg)
Amplifying Black Voices: SLUG Music Picks
For our July issue, in lieu of typical music reviews, we’re presenting a list of Black music that we admire, respect and celebrate. … read more
![Black Lives Matter Utah: Q&A with Rae Duckworth](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20200302_110204-768x1024.jpg)
Black Lives Matter Utah: Q&A with Rae Duckworth
SLUG interviews Rae Duckworth, a volunteer of the Black Lives Matter Utah chapter, to discuss how community members can effect positive change and reform. … read more
![Amplifying Black Voices: Jessicakes – Jessica Villeneuve](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20200613-3E5A9219-Edit-1024x683.jpg)
Amplifying Black Voices: Jessicakes – Jessica Villeneuve
Jessica Villeneuve graduated from making cakes for family and friends to designing custom works for clientele from her business Jessicakes. … read more
![Daud Mumin on Allyship and Activism](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Daud-Mumin-Antonio-Huff-@thedivineexperience-1024x682.jpeg)
Daud Mumin on Allyship and Activism
Activist Daud Mumin shares his thoughts regarding how non-Black people can be the best ally, as well as what makes a successful protest. … read more
![Amplifying Black Voices: Killabee’s Kitchen – Tristan Thomas](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/379-Ed-Killabees-Kitchen-Photo-Courtesy-Of-Tristan-Thomas-e1593543180220-1024x682.jpg)
Amplifying Black Voices: Killabee’s Kitchen – Tristan Thomas
Killabee’s Kitchen offers options for those who are interested in meal prep but perhaps don’t have the time or resources to do it themselves. … read more
![“Jazz” by Ashley Finley](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/image0-823x1024.jpg)
“Jazz” by Ashley Finley
Ashley Finley is a consistent advocate for social justice and change. She does this through her work as a poet and in her everyday life. … read more
![Amplifying Black Voices: Arlander Taylor IV – Wakuu Works / TMINEC](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/379-Ed-Lander-Photo-Courtesy-Of-Arlander-Taylor-e1593539192688-1024x681.jpg)
Amplifying Black Voices: Arlander Taylor IV – Wakuu Works /...
As a graphic designer and freelance artist, Arlander Taylor IV’s work as Wakuu Works and TMINEC includes everything from clothing to typography. … read more
![Amplifying Black Voices: Tavie Mason – Concise Kilgore / Avenues PC](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/057A7629-2.a76ef047d8d24c03823acdf41c4ee7c8-1024x764.jpg)
Amplifying Black Voices: Tavie Mason – Concise Kilgore / Avenues...
Whether he’s making custom T-shirts for his clothing line, or recording new music as Concise Kilgore, Tavie Mason does it all with passion and authenticity. … read more