Sam Stinson, aka DJ Feral Cat, is a purveyor of vinyl, an eccentric and a general musicphile. You may have seen him down at Randy’s Records slinging LPs. … read more
SLUG Style: Sam Stinson
Movie Review: Power Rangers
In desiring to capture the wave of skyrocketing superhero-franchise box-office numbers, Lionsgate is crossing its fingers that a new generation of Power Rangers, along with the series’ original fanbase, will cling to the five chosen adolescents. … read more
Contributor Limelight: Laikwan Waigwa-Stone
Laikwan Waigwa-Stone has taken the red pen to paper on the SLUG copy editing team since 2013. He has helped to enrich the SLUG copy editing process with his knowledge, charisma and charm. … read more
National Music Reviews April 2017
National music reviews of ABACU5, The Flatliners, Wire and more on the way in the month of April. … read more
Damned and Loving It
Those who know their music history would tell you that, 40 years ago, The Damned were the first punk band to release a single, press an album and then break up and get back together. The rest is a little complicated. … read more
Experience Hendrix @ Eccles Theater 03.06
Experience Hendrix is the technical answer to the famed Jimi Hendrix expression/question, “Are you experienced?” Experience Hendrix is referenced initially before the show as a type of Electric Church, and if that makes you think of something in Vegas, you’re not far off. … read more
save your own skin
German native Tanja London utilizes her body as a way to make her voice heard through dance. With her upcoming local installation and live dance and music performance entitled save your own skin, London turns herself into a visual representation of the advancements of modern militant technology, mainly “bulletproof skin,” and encourages audiences to question when progress ceases being beneficial and becomes problematic. … read more
Threading Through: Davis Hong
Based in Salt Lake City, Davis Hong exclusively designs minimalist garments that not only look incredible but will also live in your wardrobe as pieces that remain tried and true throughout the evolution of style. … read more
Localized: Scary Uncle Steve
Scary Uncle Steve are a band that exists on its own plane, not just in sound, but in personality. What they’ve created is straightforward punk rock—with an accordion wound up in the mix. Check them out at SLUG Localized, Mar. 16 at Urban Lounge. … read more
Sweet Lake: Brunch for People Who Hate Brunch
There are many things that make Sweet Lake ideal for a brunch outing, but the best thing about their menu is that it caters to all. I was excited to learn that owners Hasen Cone and Teri Rosquist have expanded their operation into a brick-and-mortar store and included biscuits on their menu. … read more
Showing Up in SLC Community Events: March and April 2017
If you follow SLUG’s Daily Calendar, then you already know that there’s always something happening in Salt Lake—whether it be music, art or the community rallying behind a cause. As spring approaches, there are are many events organized for those who wish to use their voice and become more involved with their community. … read more
Stunts in the Sunshine – SLUG Games: Year of the Yeti Presented By G-Form, Mark Miller Subaru and Monster Energy
The 17th annual SLUG Games rail-jam contest was held at Brighton Resort in sunny Utah, which was all about the good times and getting wild with friends. … read more
