National reviews, including The Aggrolites, Anti-Flag, Black Moth Super Rainbow, Bob Dylan, Camera Obscura, Joan of Arc, John Vanderslice, Mastodon, Ministry, Narrows, NOFX, SUNN O))) and more!
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Contributor Limelight: Del Vance
Although this is the first time Del Vance’s writing has graced the pages of SLUG Magazine it isn’t the first time he has graced its pages. … read more
National Music Reviews – July 2009
Reviews of national albums, including Abstract Rude, Bob Mould, Gallows, Mad Sin, Spindrift, Tortoise and many more! … read more
Dear Dickheads – July 2009
I work at a local bar in Salt Lake, and while I thoroughly enjoy my position as a server, I am sick and tired of all the douche trains that come in and walk around like they own the place. … read more
Good Times with Alex Hinton
Ten years ago, Colby Burleson and Clint Marvin left Susie M’s to open Good Times Tattoo. SLUG recently had the chance to speak with Hinton about his experiences in the world of tattooing, as well as the tenth anniversary of Good Times Tattoo. … read more
Can’t Stop This Runaway Train
This king of juke joint swing’s sole purpose has been to put out stellar record after stellar record of his own blend of honky tonk, jazz and rockabilly. He also tours his ass off and plays each show like there’s no tomorrow. … read more
A Punk Rocker’s Tale: Tall Bike Jousting in SLC
The Tall Bike Joust held on May 15 is Salt Lake’s third joust and most popular freak bike event. Attracting citizens and cyclists from all walks of life—including hobos and cops—it can’t be described as less than epic. There’s just one question: What the fuck is tall bike jousting?! … read more
Localized – July 2009
This month’s Localized takes place July 10th at Urban Lounge, featuring Band of Annuals, David Williams, and Will Sartain. … read more
Princess Kennedy: Boys Suck! – July 2009
It seems like an entire decade since I sat down at the computer to write my last article. I’m actually surprised I haven’t suffered some kind of alcohol-related syndrome from my traveling to pride festivals around the country. … read more
Flying West to the East: Uzi and Ari Tours Japan
The experience of touring in Japan is a tough one to put into words. There is a lot of positive energy that flows through the hearts and minds of the Japanese people. We feel very lucky to have had the experience. … read more
Black Boxes: Transmitting From the Bottom of the Sole with Zuriick
When they aren’t busy wrapping shoes to please their customers, the gentlemen behind local shoe company Zuriick are doing what they do best. “We basically hang out, drink a lot, and come up with designs,” says co-partner Chad Tovey. … read more
People Friendly Consumption: The Rise of Buying and Selling Handmade
Today’s craft scene is more connected to the DIY mentality that grew out of punk than the crafters of previous eras. People want to do and make things for themselves, by themselves and on their own terms. As director, crafter, writer, businesswoman and all around DIY maverick, Faythe Levine has a lot to say regarding the increasing popularity of buying handmade. … read more
