Infinite Storm is too grounded in reality to be thrilling escapist action but far too labored and maudlin in its quieter character moments to work as a drama. … read more
Film Review: Infinite Storm
The Stench
After at least a case of beer and a long conversation on the social relevance of DEVO, Tom pulled out a tape. “Hey dude, check these guys out. Local boys.” … read more
Verbal Assault – Twice As Nice
When flyers for the second Verbal Assault show in Salt Lake surfaced, not just a few people thought it was a joke—too good to be true. … read more
Film Review: Windfall
I consider Jessie Plemons to be one the finest actors working today, which is all the more reason to resent Windfall for wasting his talent and my time. … read more
The Unsinkable Teemu Nikki and Jani Pösö
Patrick Gibbs speaks with Teemu Nikki and Jani Pösö about how their film The Blind Man Who Did Not Want To See Titanic represents a blind perspective. … read more
Film Review: The Outfit
The Outfit is the most entertaining and satisfying film to hit theaters this year so far and a fine addition to the mobster genre. … read more
SLUG Style: Aline A. Bustios-Donoso
Aline A. Bustios-Donoso is a photographer from Salt Lake City who draws inspiration from quotidian details, giving everyday forms, shapes and colors vibrancy. … read more
Neolament
Neolament is a band that certainly stands out in the Salt Lake Underground music scene. If you’ve never heard their demo “Curo,” you most certainly should. … read more
The Backyard Jam @ Powder Mountain 3.12
The Backyard Jam at Powder Mountain was a free event focusing on women’s progression and community-building in snowboarding. … read more
Fugazi Concert Review
On June 1, 1989, Fugazi blew into town. Fugazi is one of the best bands Les Nesman has seen play since Ed Hall came up from Texas last winter. … read more
Kevin Kirk Remembers Angie Kirk and Her Legacy at The Heavy Metal Shop and Beyond
On the afternoon of March 5, a pillar of SLC’s local music scene, The Heavy Metal Shop, suddenly lost co-owner Angie Kirk to leukemia. The shop, owned by Angie and Kevin Kirk, opened its doors in 1987 and has been “peddlin’ evil” ever since. Kevin and Angie’s 40-year relationship comprises 35 years together at The
Sun Regime Takes Salt Lake By Storm
A relatively new band has taken the foreground pleasing audiences with their unique sound. The band is Sun Regime, whose music is unusually hard to define. … read more
