This is one of many kick-ass photos from this session. Connor Gygi was trying this big spin for about an hour, stomping it and slipping out a few times—then finally rolled away! … read more
Skate Photo Feature: Connor Gygi
Beer of the Month: The Friesian
Throughout the years, Uinta firmly established itself as a larger brewery that is still willing to take chances, with some brews showcasing trendy yeast strain Brettanomyces, more often described as “Brett.” A Belgian-style dark ale, The Friesian, is one of the many styles they applied this interesting ingredient to. … read more
Mike Brown: On the Jazz Beat with Tony Jones!
This month, I was fortunate enough to interview The Salt Lake Tribune’s beat writer for the Utah Jazz, the great Tony Jones. … read more
Snow Photo Feature: Nils Mindnich
Nils Mindnich slashes in the Brighton backcountry while filming for #LTCVOTY. … read more
Film Review: Tomb Raider
While there have already been two mediocre productions developed for the Tomb Raider series starring Angelina Jolie, this reboot, now starring Alicia Vikander, closely follows the revamped video games’ storyline created in 2014. Rather than being objectified with skimpy clothing and cartoonish body characteristics, the new Lara Croft is more about survival and becoming a strong, leading-woman hero. … read more
Local Music Reviews April 2018
April reviews of local artists such as The Aces and Wey with more to come as the month goes on.
National Music Reviews April 2018
April reviews of A Place to Bury Strangers, Amen Dunes, Preoccupations and more.
Contributor Limelight: Chris & Sylvia Hollands
For almost a year, Chris and Sylvia Hollands have written excellent local-beer coverage for SLUG. The duo pens our “Beer of the Month” column, and in this Beer Issue, they’ve written four features (pgs. 20, 24, 32–33, 36). With their love for travel and local brews, we’re continually stoked to feature all their beer knowledge, writing and passion! … read more
Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark @ The Complex 03.21 with GGOOLLDD
I’m not one inclined to use hyperbole, but if you weren’t in Salt Lake City at The Complex on March 21, 2018, then you missed what will be remembered as one of the greatest Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark gigs of all time. … read more
SLUG Style: Jordan “JordiRoc” Simmons
Jordan “JordiRoc” Simmons is a freestyle dancer, event organizer, and artist from New Jersey now residing in Salt Lake City. … read more
Watain @ Metro 03.06 with Destroyer 666 and Ares Kingdom
Watain’s Erik Danielsson would perform acts and rites with a torch and candles on the altar. At one point, he held the fire the animal head, smoldering it before quickly putting the torch out in a flash of sparks. … read more
From Pop Culture to Laugh Tracks: An Interview with Bryan Garris of Knocked Loose
In anticipation of their Salt Lake City date, Bryan Garris of Knocked Loose discusses the Louisville hardcore scene and their uprising within the community.
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