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Localized: Alexander Ortega

Posted on October 3, 2019 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
(L–R) Nick Harris, Alexander Ortega and Camilo Torres incorporate idiomatic elements into their music, such as throat-singing.

Alexander Ortega has played in an array of bands over the years, but his current solo project is arguably his most adventurous yet. … read more

Posted in: LocalizedTagged: Alexander Ortega, Localized, Urban Lounge

The Dayroom: Fighter of the Night Room

Posted on October 3, 2019 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
The Dayroom always offers a medley of revolving menu items, such as the Rice Egg dish.

The Dayroom has no boundaries when dictating their style because they’re in it for the melting pot—amen. This is where The Dayroom shines. … read more

Posted in: Food: Interviews & FeaturesTagged: Em's Restaurant, The Dayroom, Tim Kronenberg

Castle of Chaos: The Level Four Horror

Posted on October 1, 2019 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Bertram the Butcher, one of the many horrors of The Castle of Chaos

I do caution though, The Castle of Chaos it is not for the faint of heart—even the experienced will receive a scare or two. … read more

Posted in: SLUGmagTagged: Castle Of Chaos

Local Film Review: A Name Without a Place

Posted on September 30, 2019 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Promotional poster for A Name Without A Place

A Name Without a Place is forgettable to me in this way, capped in my memory by its worst moments and never breaking through to stay with me. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: A Name Without a Place, Bryan Burton, Charlotte Best, Dualist, Elizabeth McGovern, Kenny Riches, Patrick Fugit

SLUG Style: Saige Wheaton

Posted on September 30, 2019 (September 5, 2024) by Asha Pruitt
Photo: @clancycoop

Saige Wheaton is an employee at The Rose Establishment, a local coffee shop and bakery. She is also a thrifter and embroider. … read more

Posted in: Art and Fashion, Fashion, Slug StyleTagged: SLUG style, SLUGStyle

Belongingness is Found at the Misplaced Showcase

Posted on September 27, 2019 (September 5, 2024) by Asha Pruitt
The Misplaced Showcase will take place Oct. 12 at Super Top Secret

Misplaced Showcase gives new artists a chance to connect with others in their same position, and connect with those actively working in the industry. … read more

Posted in: Art, Art and Fashion, FashionTagged: Lucas Ackley, Misplaced Showcase, Super Top Secret

Film Review: Ad Astra

Posted on September 26, 2019 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Brad Pitt in Ad Astra.

One of Ad Astra’s biggest faults is its failed attempts to balance two movies—a high-velocity space thriller and an intimate family drama. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: 20th Century Fox, Ad Astra, Brad Pitt, James Gray

Teton Gravity Research: Winterland

Posted on September 26, 2019 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Promotional poster for Teton Gravity Research's Winterland.

Teton Gravity Research’s new film Winterland took us on a journey with 23 of the world’s best riders with booming personalities and culture. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: Teton Gravity Research, Winterland

What’s 24-Hour Comics Day?

Posted on September 25, 2019 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Ricky Vigil is a veteran of the 24-Hour Comics Day Challenge

On Oct. 5, celebrate 24-Hour Comics Day! This nearly 30-year tradition is an international call to a uniquely challenging task for comic creators. … read more

Posted in: ComicTagged: 24-Hour Comics Day

Localized: Muzzle Tung

Posted on October 3, 2019 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Top (L–R) Paul Whisman, Dyana Durfee, Bottom (L–R) Geoffrey Leonard, Karley Parker.

With a close-knit, nearly familial atmosphere between them, Muzzle Tung craft a singular brand of pop music that’s both strange and inviting. … read more

Posted in: LocalizedTagged: Localized, Muzzle Tung, Urban Lounge

South Salt Lake Arts District’s Creative Industries Zone: In the Spirit of Art and Community

Posted on October 3, 2019 (September 5, 2024) by Asha Pruitt
A large part of the initiative of the South Salt Lake’s Creative Industries Zone is to host events like Craftober Fest, which includes their Barrel and Keg Art Project.

Within the intention behind the Creative Industries Zone, having these brewers and distillers reside within the area accomplishes a major part of the plan. … read more

Posted in: Art, Art and Fashion, FashionTagged: Barrel and Keg Art Project, Craftober Fest, Creative Industries Zone, Mural Fest, South Salt Lake Arts District

Waterpocket Distillery: Crafting Booze with History

Posted on October 3, 2019 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Alan Scott of Waterpocket Distillery.

Ask your bartender what they have from Waterpocket Distillery and watch the pros get creative. Whatever your style, get out there and “Open Wild.” … read more

Posted in: Food: Interviews & FeaturesTagged: Alan Scott, Julia Scott, Waterpocket Distillery
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