Seth Haupt – Backside Hurricane – Provo, Utah The skateboard scene is thriving in Utah. There are so many people out there killing it that it’s nearly impossible to know them all. In the past, everyone knew each other—the community was that small. I’ve never even met a large number of the local skaters whom
Manny Kilpack – Gap to Buffalo – SLC, Utah With the release of Shawn “Elf” Walters’ latest instant classic DVD project Dollar Bet, Salt Lake City has been put on the map yet again thanks to the huge crew of talented people involved. This photo was shot in the summer of 2014, on one of
I asked Josh if I could go on a repo ride-along with him for the day and get the low-down on Tow Town. It was a ton of fun! It started with Josh picking me up, and we smoked cigs in the cab of the tow truck while we caught up. … read more
Strangers in a Strange Land features over 20 artists, many of whom have deep roots in social justice and human rights work. … read more
Since 2010, Alexander Ortega has risen through SLUG’s ranks, assuming the titles of Contributor Writer, Senior Staff Writer, Copy Editor, Junior Editor, Editorial Assistant, Managing Editor and now Editor. … read more
J.J. Anselmi has found the shady side of Wyoming—in fact, he grew up in it. Teacher, musician and writer, Anselmi has seen a lot and done just as much, as chronicled in his first full-length book, Heavy: A Memoir of Wyoming, BMX, Drugs, and Heavy Fucking Music. … read more
Senior Staff Writer, Copy Editor Nick Kuzmack is a man about town who’s written for SLUG since August of 2013. You’ve likely cut a rug at one of his lively, sock hop–style DJ nights where he spins vinyl as DJ Nix Beat, playing the best of vintage punk, rock n’ roll, glam, power pop, reggae,
Gheybin Comish has been a mainstay at The Rose Establishment, a local coffeeshop and bakery, for almost three years. You may have seen her buzzing around on her bright yellow Ducati Scrambler, caught a glimpse of her whimsical paintings or noticed her unique urban style. … read more
Set aside your best $5 bill so you don’t miss this month’s Localized, featuring the American rock of Bronco, the ’60s sound of Super 78 and opener Green River Blues at Urban Lounge. It’s sponsored by Uinta Brewing Co., KRCL 90.9FM and Spilt Ink SLC. Doors open at 9 p.m. on Nov. 14. … read more
“This kind of started as an accident,” vocalist/guitarist Scott Shepard says. “I used to play in a lot of rock bands. Then I started writing a bunch of sad songs and didn’t really plan on playing them for anybody.” The group gained attention from local music venue Velour, and acquired cellist Ciera Black after an
