Modern snowboarding was born in the streets of Salt Lake City and the mountains that surround it. Legends such as Branden Ruff, Tonino Copone, Jason Murphy, JP Walker, Jason Brown, and Jeremy Jones have all been riding here since the beginning and photographer Andy Wright was there to document it. … read more
Contributor Limelight: Lance Saunders
Lance Saunders began his SLUG career in January 2005. Since then, he has scrawled numerous feature articles for the mag, including and interview with P.O.S., the September cover story on Subtle and coverage of 2007’s Sundance Film Festival. … read more
Dear Dickheads – February 2008
You are all a bunch of dickheads. … read more
Gallery Stroll: Enjoying Art Around Salt Lake – February 2008
A lot is happening in the art world and there is so much more. Stay on the lookout, because art is all around you. … read more
Localized: The Obliterate Plague, Rico Black and Cave of Roses – February 2008
Localized is SLUG’s monthly local band showcase happening on the second Friday of each month. February’s series features The Obliterate Plague, Rico Black and openers, Cave of Roses giving out a dose of rocking tunes for your ear bleeding enjoyment Feb. 8 at the Urban Lounge (a private club for members). … read more
Product Reviews – Feburary 2008
Shirts, gloves and seeds are reviewed. … read more
New Kids on the Block: Cam Pierce Spotlight
I was first introduced to Cameron on the Digger bus at Windell’s. It was a warm early summer morning and we were all slumming our way to the bus. … read more
Autumn Garage:Putting the Fun Back Into Spending Your Money
As I walked into Autumn Garage for the first time, I was relieved not to be accosted by a sales predator. Instead, I met the friendliest, most down-to-earth employees I could ask for in a retail environment. … read more
I Love the Smell of Fresh Cut Wood in the Morning: The SLUG Games Lumberjack Jam
The SLUG Games Lumberjack Jam is by far one of my favorite contests to be a part of for a number of reasons, but mostly because I’m a patriot, and lumberjacks are about as American as apple pie … read more
Steadyhands: An Erik Jensen Spotlight
Erik Jensen is a hard person to get in touch with, whether it’s because he’s out skating or filming, or because his phone is turned off because he lives a humble life; but when you go filming with him, it’s definitely an experience. … read more
Dj Evil K & Blackhearts Ball: The Return of the All-Ages Underground
I’ve known Kevin Reece (aka DJEvilK) for over half my life, and I have marveled at his stubborn dedication to a music scene which has often taken him for granted. I’ve shaken my head in disbelief, muttering “Silly Kevin,” as if I really knew better. I had forgotten how much we have in common. … read more
LAST MAN STANDING: The Record Collectors David Hansen Explains Collecting, Longevity, and His Favorite Bands
When I was 13 years old, I remember opening the yellow pages in search of record shops in Salt Lake City … I was one full-length away from completing my Skinny Puppy collection on cassette. … read more
