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Ogden’s Ticket to Ride: Danielle Fry of Ogden Bicycle Collective

Posted on May 4, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Since the OBC is a nonprofit that runs off of bike donations, they’re always looking for bikes that they can refurbish and sell—even the more worn-out bikes may have good parts to sell. Photo by Chris Kiernan

At the head of Ogden Bicycle Collective is Director Danielle Fry, who believes in a mission of giving the people of Ogden access to bicycles when other transportation options may not be as viable. … read more

Posted in: Art, Bike / BMX, Interviews & FeaturesTagged: Danielle Fry, Ogden Bicycle Collective

Dancing with the Spider: Utah Rep’s Kiss of the Spider Woman

Posted on May 3, 2017 (May 21, 2024) by Asha Pruitt
Photo courtesy of Utah Rep.

Utah Rep brings audiences the Utah premiere of “Kiss of the Spider Woman,” which makes visible the unattainable hope of tomorrow while intermingling dark humor, fishnets, feathers and killer choreography. … read more

Posted in: Art, LGBTQ+, Performance & TheatreTagged: Kiss of the Spider Woman, LGBTQ+, Utah Repertory Theater Company

Devin The Dude @ Urban Lounge 04.26 with Bi$hop Gran, AZA, Shanghaii, Zac Ivie

Posted on May 2, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Photo courtesy of The Urban Lounge.

When you attend a Devin The Dude show, you can expect to hear some rapping, some raunchy lyrics, a little singing—and an abundance of smoke in the air, so don’t wear your work clothes. … read more

Posted in: Show ReviewsTagged: AZA, Bi$hop Gran, Devin the Dude, Shanghaii, Zac Ivie

The Quantum Artist: Tara McPherson

Posted on May 2, 2017 (May 16, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
The Wanderers | Tara McPherson

Dreamy portraits in hues of pastel blues and pinks are trademarks of New York–based artist Tara McPherson. Often depicting dainty figurines with a mystical, surreal air, the subjects of McPherson’s paintings delve into myth, emotion and astronomy. … read more

Posted in: Art, Art and FashionTagged: Tara McPherson

Pizza Nono

Posted on May 4, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
From the traditional simplicity of the Margherita to the complex flavor-melding of the Rocket Man, Pizza Nono focuses on crafting quality pizza from fresh ingredients. Photo by Talyn Sherer

Pizza Nono—whose name is taken from the Italian word for “nine”—is located in a refurbished insurance office building in the heart of 9th and 9th. As the focus of the restaurant is to craft quality pizza made from fresh ingredients, the menu is limited to a few well-crafted selections. … read more

Posted in: Food ReviewsTagged: Pizza Nono

Mycelial Journey: Transcontinental Bike Touring with Erika Longino

Posted on May 4, 2017 (May 21, 2024) by Asha Pruitt
Erika Longino has created synergy in her transcontinental bicycle tour with sustainability and social activism, mycology and food education. Photo courtesy of Erika Longino

Erika Longino acknowledges that she’s not your average long-distance bicyclist and maintains that biking is queer, femme and relevant as hell. … read more

Posted in: Art, Bike / BMX, Interviews & Features, LGBTQ+Tagged: Erika Longino, LGBTQ+

Movie Review: Free Fire

Posted on May 4, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Free FIre

I’m ever in New York City, I can tell you right now that I wouldn’t be shocked to see tickets for free fire available in the heart of Times Square for a bloody good time. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: A24, Ben Wheatly, Free Fire

Sixth Law Cycles – Building Momentum: A Look at Four Local Bicycle Craftsmen

Posted on May 4, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
John Koutrouba of Sixth Law Cycles. Photo by ColtonMarsalaPhotography.com

John Koutrouba discusses his business, Sixth Law Cycles, where he builds bikes that are a bit quirky, using materials that are unusual in the industry. … read more

Posted in: Art, Bike / BMX, Interviews & FeaturesTagged: John Koutrouba, Sixth Law Cycles

The Best Job in the World: Jace Burbidge & Bike Utah Bring Bike Safety to Local Schools

Posted on May 4, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Bike Utah Youth Education Coordinator Jace Burbidge teaches the ins and outs of bicycle safety to Edison Elementary students. Photo by John Barkiple

Even though juvenile biking is suffering a decline, organizations like Bike Utah are ramping up to help local kids reconnect with the bicycles that might be buried in their garages. … read more

Posted in: Art, Bike / BMX, Interviews & FeaturesTagged: Bike Utah, Jace Burbidge

Local Reviews: Active Aggressive

Posted on April 23, 2013 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

To my disadvantage, my first meeting with Active Aggressive was through this demo. This short, three-song political run is a rough one. I know the purpose of a demo, but it sounds like standing outside of a live show with earplugs in.  … read more

Posted in: Local Music Reviews

Local Reviews: Against the Season

Posted on April 23, 2013 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

I had a very hard time getting through this CD. I’m sure there are plenty of people out there waiting to hear female vocals delayed over generic “rock” guitar riffs, especially if they are played on the radio every half hour.  … read more

Posted in: Local Music Reviews

Local Reviews: ChadMP

Posted on April 23, 2013 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

A localized emcee from Utah County, ChadMP brings an unintentional, off-tempo flow with heartfelt lyrics to the Salt Lake Valley. MP’s second album features mediocre beats that vary from 808 bounces to piano laced rhythms showing some production versatility.  … read more

Posted in: Local Music Reviews
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