In many instances of math rock, the progressions can feel forced. The beauty of that music is its subtle tension. There’s a comfort to the cascading riffs and staccato rhythms. These guys feel utterly at home in their musical space, which is fitting, as the three members are brothers. … read more
Local Reviews: Daniel Day Trio
Listening to Champions is almost as good as seeing DDT live, and that’s saying a lot (Dave Bowen slays on the upright bass). Drummer Day has been around for a while (Iceburn, Cosm), and local guitar guru Gentry Densley even contributes to four tracks on this album. With the exception of two original tracks, Champions is a cross section of brilliant lounge covers. … read more
Local Review: Drew Danburry – Goodnight Dannii
Drew Danburry can do no wrong. It’s been a few months since his release Goodnight Gary, and now we are blessed with its companion piece, Goodnight Dannii, an album recorded in five different cities: Provo, San Francisco, Chico, Fargo, and Huntington Beach. … read more
Local Reviews: IX Zealot
Prepare yourself for IX Zealot’s Articles of Ophidian Faith. It provides three tracks of damn good, scary-as-immortal-sin audio distortion that will help you open a door to your very own black hole. Combining elements of doom, death and black metal, each track is over nine (seemingly endless) minutes of sonic darkness that brim forth from the massive abysmal depths of metaldom. … read more
Local Reviews: Mechanical Skies
Richfield’s Mechanical Skies is an unorthodox group of musicians. Guitarist and occasionally gruff vocalist Henry Reese formed a band with bassist/vocalist Jaylee Amey freakin’ Toro (pardon the language) and drummer Zefree, who are each half Reese’s age. This adds to the appeal of the simple, backyard-BBQ-type rock they produce together. … read more
Local Reviews: Onesfate
Every band has a beginning, and those beginnings rarely strike lightning on their first shot. Salt Lake City’s Onesfate have provided four solid cuts for their debut demo CD that hark back to old school thrash and mix in some progressive metall and blues styles. … read more
Sugar House Distillery: Still Life in Motion
Sugar House Distillery has been expanding in size and pride, working hard to create some of the most exciting and true craft spirits that Utah has to offer. With another year coming to a close, Sugar House Distillery Owner James Fowler and Head Distiller Eric Robinson are setting roots into the community deeper than ever. … read more
The Peachy Side of Utah Liquor: Ogden’s Own Distillery
Everyone loves local cinnamon whiskey, Porter’s Fire—and now, there’s another seasonal Utahns are going to get to love. Ogden’s Own Distillery has created Porter’s Peach, which came out just in time for fruit season and is too delicious to resist. … read more
It’s All Good at All Chay
Nestled in a small Rose Park strip mall, All Chay serves vegan versions of traditional Vietnamese food. Over the past year, this neighborhood restaurant has become a cozy refuge with a homey, bohemian vibe. With friendly service and flavorful cuisine, All Chay is a hidden treasure worth seeking out. … read more
Buffalo Trace Bourbon: A Step Up with Bar-X
There’s nothing quite like having a bourbon to sip on in a dimly lit cocktail bar. Luckily for the connoisseur of the finer things in life, Bar-X has just that—Buffalo Trace. Whiskey nuts and casual cocktail sippers alike will find that Bar-X is offering an experience that won’t be found anywhere else. … read more
Local Libations with Scott Gardner
Award-winning bartender Scott Gardner (Water Witch, HSL) used local spirits from Beehive Distilling, Elevation Distilling, Vida Tequila and Outlaw Distillery to create these delicious, fall-inspired drinks. … read more
The Distillery, the Witch and the Cocktail: Having a Drink with Sean Neves
In addition to being President of the Utah chapter of the U.S. Bartenders’ Guild and part-owner of the soon-to-open bar Water Witch, Sean Neves has also headed up the effort to change the zoning laws within the city to include distilleries as a real-deal, by-god addition to our city’s ever-burgeoning drinking culture. … read more
