The Audacity of Radical Themes: Steve Drewett of Newtown Neurotics

The Newtown Neurotics. Photo: Chris Fallon

Emerging during the second wave of the British punk revolution in 1979, The Newtown Neurotics were formed by frontman and guitarist Steve Drewett and boast songs that have openly radical themes commenting on equality, oil depletion, misogyny and unemployment, long before such rhetoric had made its way into mainstream discussion. … read more

Gallivan Avenue: Salt Lake’s (Recently Remodeled) Living Room

Good Grammar functions as an SLC-nightlife social hub on Gallivan Avenue, boasting craft cocktails and creatively cooked food.

The Gallivan Center’s website proclaims the area as “Salt Lake’s living room.” The Main Street plaza has always been a focal point for Downtown visitors, and, with the help of a few local businesses and organizations, it’s about to get much more exciting. … read more

Somewhere Out in the Dark: The Psychedelic Furs with The Church @ The Complex, 7.29

Courtesy of The Church

I love The Furs, but they hadn’t released new material since the 2004 single “Alive (For Once In My Lifetime)” and had set lists that were dominated by the same material—so, going into Saturday night’s show at The Complex, it was the opening act, The Church, that I was really looking forward to seeing. … read more

From Scratch

Emphasizing the best, locally sourced and handmade ingredients, From Scratch is a staple among Gallivan Avenue’s delectable offerings.

I’ve always considered the Gallivan Center to be a jewel of Salt Lake City open space—a tucked-away, quiet oasis in an otherwise business-as-usual urban block. The increasingly busy space has led to a cluster of restaurants and eateries popping up along the small avenue that winds its way along the south end of the Gallivan Center. Of these food destinations, From Scratch is numbered among the best. … read more

Michele Medina’s Chamber Musicians: Craft Lake City Performer

Michele Medina's Chamber Musicians

Contemporary classical music is an oft neglected genre with few empowering or practicing opportunities for individuals who are not students or professionals. Local violinist Michele Medina has been challenging that notion, creating spaces for chamber musicians to learn music and perform together. … read more

Will Baxter Band: Craft Lake City Performer

Will Baxter Band

A unique blend of jazz, blues and soul, the Will Baxter Band is a group that can be seen regularly around the Salt Lake City area, improving and grooving wherever they go. The sound is effortlessly soulful with hints of New Orleans jazz with trumpet and a little bit of funky organ and bass. … read more