Review: Punk’s Dead: SLC Punk 2

Posted on February 11, 2016 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

Before I moved to the Beehive State in the fall of 2000, one of my only references to this fascinating city was an independent movie titled SLC Punk. I watched it more times than I can remember and enjoyed every viewing for its exciting acting, energetic soundtrack and local resonance. It’s been 18 years since its release with multiple rumors that a sequel was on the horizon. As much as I enjoyed the first installment, I questioned whether or not it required or deserved another engagement. … read more

Running From a Rabid Ring Wraith Clique Basilisk, Serpentine: Aesop Rock Weighs in on Hip Hop’s Health

Posted on September 7, 2007 (August 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

“Hip-hop just died this morning and she’s dead,” are the lyrics that instigated the most recent controversy in regards to the current condition of the culture’s oft-debated vitality. The statement was featured on the title track of rapper Nas’ newest album, the egregiously titled Hip Hop is Dead. In an article recently published in URB

Sundance Film Review: The Lobster

Posted on January 28, 2016 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

In a dystopian future, David must find a partner in 45 days, or else he will be transformed into an animal of his choice. Yorgos Lanthimos’ The Lobster bears witness to the process by which David seeks a mate against this impending consequence. Mind-warping twists abound in this film—The Lobster does not disappoint. … read more

Sundance Film Review: Antibirth

Posted on January 27, 2016 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

A film like Antibirth is the reason that I’m willing to take a gamble on Sundance’s Midnight section. It strikes a rare balance in that it portrays a visually arresting and bizarre story while bringing relevant subtext and spot-on character acting along for the ride. … read more

Sundance Film Review: 31

Posted on January 27, 2016 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

There was something oddly comforting about my experience with Rob Zombie’s psychobilly horror film. After so many of my film choices this year took me into territory that I wasn’t necessarily prepared for, 31 was exactly what I was hoping it would be—a heavily stylized jaunt into Rob Zombie’s carnival of carnage. … read more

Sundance Film Review: The Eyes of My Mother

Posted on January 27, 2016 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

My mouth was agape for much of The Eyes of My Mother. Borrowing from horror yet far from it, this film by director Nicolas Pesce disturbs the emotions that accompany our love for our family—our mothers, our fathers and our children—with violence and morbidity. … read more

Review: BRAWL

Posted on July 2, 2015 (January 24, 2022) by Angela

BRAWL Bloober Team Reviewed on: PS4 (exclusive) Street: 04.24 When Bloober Team released their Bomberman-style party game, Basement Crawl, on PS4 in early 2014, it was met with outright hostility. A little more than a year later, the Polish game developers have released BRAWL, which is the same concept with more bells and whistles. While

Review: The Charnel House Trilogy

Posted on July 2, 2015 (January 24, 2022) by Angela

The Charnel House Trilogy Owl Cave Games/Mastertronic Reviewed on: PC Street: 04.16 The Charnel House Trilogy combines classic point-and-click to guide you through three 8-bit horror stories. Inhale, Sepulchre and Exhale are all independent, yet they depend on each other to succeed. Luckily, the beautiful execution of the three, when played in order, guides you

Dance Out in the Sun: Interview with Hive Riot

Posted on February 1, 2016 (May 21, 2024) by Angela

Comprising brother/sister-in-law duo Mindy (vocals) and Dustin Gledhill (synths), Hive Riot brings both artists’ best attributes to light. “I felt like we both had strengths we could bring to the table” says Mindy. … read more

Localized: Pink Lightnin’

Posted on September 26, 2007 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

Localized is every second Friday of the month at the Urban Lounge, a private club for members. This month it falls on Sept. 14th. Bad Brad Wheeler’s new band, Pink Lightnin’, will grace the stage with a non-local, Bob Log III. Electric Space Jhiad will open the show. Bob Log III will also play the

Localized: Bob Log II

Posted on September 26, 2007 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

Review: The Besnard Lakes – A Coliseum Complex Museum

Posted on January 26, 2016 (January 24, 2022) by Angela

It’s no secret that The Besnard Lakes have an affinity for the supernatural and even look to it for inspiration. Yet, what sets A Coliseum Complex Museum apart from the band’s previous work is its openness in addressing the group’s relationship and overarching obsession with nature and the occult. … read more