The Swindle is a cool little heist game with a nifty steampunk aesthetic. It’s set in 1849 London, where Scotland Yard is on the verge of implementing an end-all-be-all surveillance system—the Devil’s Basilisk. … read more
Review: The Swindle
Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood: Sunset Baby
Dominique Morisseau’s Sunset Baby is a heartfelt, timely and at times untamable play that explores questions of reconciliation: of morality and principle, of the movement and its individuals, of saving and savoring the world, of freedom (or “No fear,” to go by Nina Simone’s definition) and how to attain it. At the center of
Marriages @ Kilby 07.16 with Yeti Warlord, No Sun
“Jesus! I can’t hear anything!” I thought, after the first couple guitar explosions of the night. The amps seemed to be turned way too far up, because after a couple monstrous chords for sound check, I was already regretting that I’d forgotten earplugs. “It’s a good sign that my ears are ringing and the show
Review: Reaper Miniatures – Bones
As a kid, I used to marvel at people’s miniatures. Every time I found myself at the hobby shop, I’d catch glimpses of epic battles being staged between Space Marines, War Machines and just about every manner of fantasy creature you can possibly imagine. … read more
Vona and The Emergence of (Hope)
From the beautiful Scandinavian shores of Sweden, Vona has sent their debut album, (Hope) out into the world, an exciting mix of pop-punk and post-hardcore that warms your heart while it melts your face. SLUG got on the ol’ interwebs mail with vocalist Alexander Evans to talk about the album and their first major European tour.
Abi Harrison – From BYU to Bob and Tom
As one of the most memorable acts on Utah comedy stages right now, Abi Harrison is quick, clever, and quirky in her style and delivery. Hailing from Provo, Harrison has worked hard as an entertainer to make a name for herself in our Salty City. SLUG was thrilled to get a chance to sit down
The Adolescents @ Urban Lounge 07.17 with The Weirdos and All Systems Fail
This evening holds a promise of excitement from two legendary groups who’ve helped build the foundation of punk—The Weirdos and The Adolescents. … read more
Shake Your Head Yes: The Mynabirds – Lovers Know
In the few years between The Mynabirds’ debut and its convoking follow-up, Generals, Laura Burhenn has honed her voice to a lovely sheen. … read more
Review: Spectra
Spectra Gateway Interactive/ Mastertronic Reviewed on: Xbox One Also On: PC Street: 07.10 One of the stranger—perhaps more ironic—byproducts of this generation of souped-up consoles, is the amount of games I’ve personally played that look and feel like they are older than I am. I’m coming up on 30, for fuck’s sake. The reasons for
Review: Blitzkrieg 3
Blitzkrieg 3 Nival Reviewed on: Steam (Exclusive) Street 05.06 The heart-pounding, palm-sweating classic that was the first Blitzkrieg comes back to life in Blitzkrieg 3. Blitzkrieg 3 is a real-time strategy game consisting of a single-player campaign and a live-action attack and defend multiplayer option—with a turn-based camp building mode. A player can chose from
Review: Ar nosurge Plus: Ode to an Unborn Star
In the world of Ar nosurge Plus, the planet Ra Ciela is about to be swallowed up by its dying sun, and the all-powerful emperor Cosal takes it upon himself to transport his people to a new home. … read more
Damn These Heels Film Festival 2015
The 2015 Damn These Heels Film Festival played at the Utah Film Center from July 10 – 12, featuring independent films that meditate on queerness, love and society. … read more
