Photographer: Ashley Christenson
Bold & Beautiful: Kory Edgewood
A sexy rock ‘n’ roller is how Kory Edgewood describes himself. With his heart and soul rooted in classic rock music. … read more
Wicked West Nails: Couture at the Cuticle
Wicked West Nails stands apart from traditional salons as a space where nail art becomes a form of both personal and collaborative expression. … read more
The 17th Annual Craft Lake City DIY Festival Presented By...
With 500+ local vintage vendors, food trucks, youth entrepreneurs, STEM exhibitors, performers and artisans, the 2025 DIY Festival was the perfect way to close out the summer. … read more
Waxahatchee @ SLC Twilight 08.06.2025
When Katie Crutchfield took the stage, dressed simply in a black dress, red tights and mary janes, and began singing “3 Sisters,” I felt the emotional weight of her stage presence. … read more
Sierra Ferrell @ SLC Twilight 07.17.2025
Between some great covers and a cameo appearance from Post Malone for a duet on the song “Never Love You Again,” Ferrell’s set elevated the crowd at Library Square into an unforgettable night. … read more
Concert | Music | Show Reviews
Four Favorite Queer Books at Under the Umbrella
It is the goal of Under the Umbrella owner Kaitlyn Mahoney to one day have the largest retail selection of queer books in the universe. Luckily, they’re already well on their way, as Under the Umbrella remains one of only a handful of queer-focused bookstores in the country. … read more
The Diplomacy of Belonging with City Council Member Eva López...
“I’m a Mexican lesbian shaping downtown,” Eva López Chávez says with pride, “and queerness is a superpower.” … read more
The Enigmatic Artist is Resurrected in The Form of Elmer...
While we walk and talk, we are followed by his loving and adorable bambino hairless cat, Ziggy. To say I could’ve stayed there for hours would be an understatement. … read more
The Silent Realm: How Hope on TTaPP Speaks Through Stigma
For the last five years, Hope on TTaPP has been providing free direct outreach and case management for those affected by HIV and Hepatitis C diagnoses. … read more
SLUG Mag’s 36th Anniversary Party: 36 Years, 36 Bands, One...
Based out of both Blue Gene’s and Urban Lounge, this sold-out, larger-than-life event showcased 36 bands and artists, each given three minutes to blow the brains out of the audience. … read more
Building Strength & Confidence at the Highland Games
Nicole Davis says she sees women closing the gap in participation and elevated levels of competition at the Highland Games. … read more
Melissa Chilinski’s Beautifully Perfect Trash Moon Collective
Chilinski is the founder of the Trash Moon Collective, a nonprofit promoting and supporting the bluegrass, old-time and roots scene in Salt Lake City.
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