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Interview: Savatage

Posted on July 1, 1990 (October 13, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Savatage band in 1990

Savatage, one of the best heavy, almost speed-metal, bands, played at Rafters on Wednesday night. Before the show, I spoke with the lead singer, Jon Oliva. … read more

Posted in: Music InterviewsTagged: Savatage

Protection Vs. Denial

Posted on July 1, 1990 (June 3, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Protection Vs. Denial: Where do you draw the line between what is appropriate and what is not? It should all be appropriate in a so-called “freedom based” society.

Protection Vs. Denial: Where do you draw the line between what is appropriate and what is not? It should all be appropriate in a so-called “freedom based” society. … read more

Posted in: Community

Tape Reviews July 1990

Posted on July 1, 1990 (August 14, 2024) by Alton Barnhart
These tape reviews from July 1990 feature the latest releases from bands like Strangers, Truce, Gwar and Brainstorm.

These tape reviews from July 1990 feature the latest releases from bands like Strangers, Truce, Gwar and Brainstorm. … read more

Posted in: Local Music Reviews, National Music Reviews, Reviews MusicTagged: brainstorm, GWAR, Strangers, Truce

The World According To Clark: Murdered a Scorpion in your Sleeping Bag and Can’t Wait Till Cinco De Mayo

Posted on July 1, 1990 (June 3, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
I decided to venture boldly into strange, foreign lands and bring back the sort of stories that would curdle your blood and tickle your loins. I decided to go to Mexico.

I decided to venture boldly into strange, foreign lands and bring back the sort of stories that would curdle your blood and tickle your loins. I decided to go to Mexico. … read more

Posted in: CommunityTagged: Clark Stacey

Film Review: Crimes of the Future

Posted on June 3, 2022 (September 14, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Still of Kristen Steward and Lea Sydoux in Crimes of the Future

Crimes of the Future is definitely not for all tastes, though fans of Cronenberg, and lovers of the macabre, will likely find it to be a must-see. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: Crimes of the Future

Interview: The Politics, Corruption and Comedy of 18½ 

Posted on June 1, 2022 (September 14, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Still of Willa Fitzgerald and Marija Juliette Abney in 18 1/2

18½ is a wild and memorable comedy reminiscent of the classic subversive satires of Robert Altman with a freshness that’s all its own. … read more

Posted in: Film InterviewsTagged: 18 1/2

Under the Umbrella: Salt Lake’s Queer Little Bookstore

Posted on June 1, 2022 (April 3, 2025) by Alton Barnhart
Under the Umbrella bookstore founder Kaitlyn Mahoney

Under the Umbrella opened November 15, 2021, 11 months after Kaitlyn Mahoney made it her New Year’s resolution to open a queer bookstore. … read more

Posted in: LGBTQ+, Shop LocalTagged: Books, Kaitlyn Mahoney, LGBTQ+, Under the Umbrella

Gorgeous Gorgeous Girl Groups: DJ Night at Alibi Bar & Place

Posted on June 1, 2022 (September 14, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Gorgeous Gorgeous Girls trio

Flashback to the ’60s with these gorgeous gorgeous girls and their garage rock, go-go dancing and terrific vintage girl groups. … read more

Posted in: Local EventsTagged: Alibi Bar and Place, Gorgeous Gorgeous Girls

Local Review: Columbia Jones – I’m Fine

Posted on June 1, 2022 (September 14, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Columbia Jones | I'm Fine | Burro Borracho Records

SLC artist Columbia Jones displays his versatile talent for rock, blues and folk genres in his sophomore release I’m Fine. … read more

Posted in: Local Music ReviewsTagged: Columbia Jones, I'm Fine

Unidxs: Existing and Celebrating Without Resistance

Posted on June 1, 2022 (January 16, 2026) by Alton Barnhart
Top (L–R): Pedro Rico, Dani Romero, McEdgar Castro and Nata Choi. Bottom (L–R): Frances Ngo, Aimee Contreras, Nick Arteaga, Efren Coronado and Elizabeth Totterer.

Efforts by Unidxs have springboarded the closing of the gap between Utah’s LGBTQ+ and Latinx communities. … read more

Posted in: Activism, Outreach and Education, LGBTQ+Tagged: LGBTQ+, unidxs

Review: P.H.F. – PUREST HELL

Posted on May 30, 2022 (September 14, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
P.H.F. | PUREST HELL | Danger Collective Records

P.H.F. = 100 gecs^Slayer … read more

Posted in: National Music ReviewsTagged: Danger Collective Records, P.H.F.

Salt Lake Area Queer Climbers: Re-Defining What It Means to Take Up [Outdoor] Space

Posted on June 1, 2022 (May 21, 2024) by Alton Barnhart
(L–R) Salt Lake Area Queer Climbers Co-organizers Leandra Hernández, Matt Kastellec and Rue Zheng.

Salt Lake Area Queer Climbers have been providing both in-person and online spaces for the queer community since 2015. … read more

Posted in: Activism, Outreach and Education, LGBTQ+Tagged: LGBTQ+, Salt Lake Area Queer Climbers
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