Local Reviews: Opal Hill Drive

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

Rumor has it this record took eight years to release. What was the big hold up? I’m sorry, but at this stage in your music career, you should be pushing as hard as you can. … read more

Local Reviews: Two and a Half White Guys

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

Given the average lifespan of most local bands, and especially local ska bands, it’s amazing that Two and Half White Guys are still around. What’s even more amazing is that they’re still really, really good. On the Gringos’ new album, they use their signature blend of ska and jazz as a base and jump around the musical spectrum a bit. … read more

Localized: Rhyme Time

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

Rhyme Time inhabits a unique area of rap, like Lil Dicky or Missy Elliott—being cool for being unapologetically nerdy and different from his contemporaries. Check out Rhyme Time at SLUG’s Localized on May 17 at Urban Lounge. … read more

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

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

Posted on May 3, 2017 (May 21, 2024) by Asha Pruitt

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

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

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

The Quantum Artist: Tara McPherson

Posted on May 2, 2017 (May 16, 2023) by Asha Pruitt

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

Pizza Nono

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

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