Podcasts: SLUG Mag Soundwaves
Episode #21 – Endless Indulgence, Jimmy Hack Up, Anthony Bourdain,...
On this week’s episode, SLUG writer Megan Kennedy interviews Carrie Vondrus of Endless Indulgence about the shop and their upcoming charity event, we delve back into the archives as SLUG writer James Bennett talks to Anthony Bourdain, and SLUG writer Mariah Mellus sits down with the creative trio behind the Beehive Bazaar. We also have new music from local art-faux DJ Jimmy Hack Up and atmospheric rockers I’m Designer. Drunk dial us, ask for our advice on anything, or just send us your feedback by calling our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324. … read more
Episode #37 – Wasatch Roller Derby, Xiu Xiu, Festival Of...
On this week’s episode, SLUG writer Megan Kennedy sits down with Wasatch Roller Derby co-founder Honey Delunatic about the derby league, and our fearless host JP interviews Charu Das about the Sri Sri Radha Krishna temple in Spanish Fork and the upcoming Festival Of Colors, as well as Ischa and Raffi from SLC rock band Uncle Scam. We also preview some music from Uncle Scam’s new album, along with the latest from experimental art-rock duo Xiu Xiu. Do you like Sushi? Do you have any local spots in Utah that you’d like Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp to talk about for Episode #40? Give us a ring this week on our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324. You may get played on the show! … read more
Episode #53 – Saturday’s Voyeur, Jesus Or Genome, Damn These...
This week, SLUG writer Amanda Nurre chats with two of the actors from this year's Saturday's Voyeur performance at Salt Lake Acting Company; SLUG writer Ben Trentelman talks to Levi Elder of the Utah Film Center about the Damn These Heels! LGBT Film Festival; and our fearless host JP sits down with Kim Zarkin of the Sugar House Farmer's Market to find out about their market. Plus, we preview this month's Localized with a song from Jesus Or Genome and hear a brand new track from hardcore metal band Starvist. What's the one song from a Utah band you can't stop listening to this year? Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more
Episode #69 – Horrifying Metal Roundtable!
This week we welcome our new host, Dan Nailen, in the most fitting way we could think: An all-metal roundtable! Six of SLUG's finest metal writers join us for a discussion of haunting, spooky and horrifying metal music just in time for Halloween, which becomes really informative and even heated! This week's panel includes SLUG writers Dylan Chadwick and Megan Kennedy, Senior SLUG writers Bryer Wharton and Gavin Hoffman, SLUG's Junior Editor Alexander Ortega and SLUG's Contributing Editor Ricky Vigil. Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp will be dropping by in the next episode to talk about Thanksgiving food. We’d like to hear what your favorite holiday dish is somewhere around the city. Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more
Episode #85 – Kyle LaMalfa, Color Animal, Pamela Perlich, Night...
On this week's episode, we explore the River District, the term encompassing areas along the West Side of Salt Lake City. We start with our host Dan Nailen interviewing City Council member Kyle LaMalfa; SLUG Junior Editor Alexander Ortega speaks with Pamela Perlich about the demographics in the area; and SLUG writer Ben Trentelman speaks with Charlotte Fife-Jepperson about her newspaper The West View. Plus, new music from garage rock band Color Animal and post-punk act Night Sweats. Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp will be back in the studio soon to talk Thai food, and we’d like to find out what your favorite spots are to talk about on the show. Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more
Episode #101 – Spock’s Skate Camp, The Insurgency, Cult Leader,...
On this week's episode, SLUG writer Billy Ditzig sits down with Spock from Spock's Skate Camp to talk about his skating outreach program; SLUG writer Ricky Vigil sits down in the Soundwaves studio with Anthony Lucero from Cult Leader to talk about their new band; and SLUG writer Cody Kirkland chats with director Kenny Riches over the phone about his recent Kickstarter project to produce the lost works of the late David Fetzer. Plus, we preview this month's Localized showcase with music from The Insurgency and Hectic Hobo. SLUG’s Beer Columnist Mike Riedel will be back in the studio to talk about the latest local beer news, and we’d like to hear what you’ve been checking out lately and what you’d like to hear him talk about. Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more
Episode #117 – Jung Society, SubRosa, An October Evening, Mortigi...
On this week’s episode, SLUG’s Editorial Assistant Alexander Ortega chats with Machiel Klerk of the Jung Society about their organization and workshops. Then, our fearless host Dan Nailen sits down with Stephen Simmons, co-founder of An October Evening to talk about the event and this year’s plans. Finally, SLUG writer Brinley Froelich talks with Michael McLane of the Utah Humanities Council to discuss their programs and the current Book Fair happening around the state. Plus, brand new music from doom rock band SubRosa and heavy rock band Mortigi Tempo. In a few weeks Jeffrey Steadman will return for another Yelp segment talking about the best Halloween-related treats and goodies to find around town, and we’d like to hear what some of your favorites are. Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show!
Episode #132 – Sugar House Distillery, Utah County Swillers, Thunderfist,...
Episode 132 of SLUG Soundwaves covers everyone’s favorite beverage: LIQUOR. Dan chats with the proprietors of a new distillery and a new bar found here in Salt Lake City, and we even jam out with some firewater-themed tunes from a couple Utah-local bands.
– James Fowler had always been an avid home brewer and decided that if he could make a tasty beer, why not try his hand at whiskey? After studying the art of the still, he enlisted the help of seasoned distiller and liquor master Dan Feldman and got the ball rolling on his grand vision.
– The Utah County Swillers are a bunch of good ol’ boys looking for a good time. This “trucker punk” band hails from Springville and aren’t afraid to refer to themselves as hillbillies, but don’t try and act up, these dudes are full of booze and looking to hand out an ass woopin’. Check out their track “Liquor Store” on this week’s episode of Soundwaves.
– Thunderfist started up about 15 years ago, and despite seeing their share of lineup changes and breaks still continue to play local shows and release albums here in Salt Lake City. Their song, “Hit The Bottle Again,” is a fast-paced country style rock and roll anthem that will have you chuggin’ beers and raising hell.
– Trace Hegeman and Jason Lacates, owners and operators of Bourbon House, were aiming to create an upscale whiskey bar in the heart of historic downtown Salt Lake City that would cater to anyone looking for fine drink, hearty meal and a welcoming atmosphere when they decided to start work on Whiskey Street. After months of waiting for licenses and repeated attempts to file the proper paperwork, these gentlemen were finally granted the right to serve patrons in their fine establishment.
Episode #147 – A.R.R.C.F.O., Daisy & The Moonshines, Color Animal,...
At SLUG we’ve got big hearts, we swear! On this episode of Soundwaves we speak with a local animal rescue founder with a different perspective and speak to the creative minds behind Swipe For Humanity. We feature music from local bands Daisy & The Moonshines and Color Animal.
– Shi Basset, of the A.R.R.C. Fundraising Organization, believes in the power of comradery and is attempting to reach out to people and their animals to create stronger bonds between them.
– Daisy & The Moonshines play dark and gritty grunge-groove rock. Listen to their soulful, southern rock jam, “Screamin’ Dogs” on this episode.
– When a handful of SLC music veterans decide to create something, it has the potential to turn into something quite wonderful. Check out Color Animal’s “Give Me Just A Little More Time” to find out what we’re talking about.
– Swipe For Humanity makes us feel better about our excessive credit card use.
Episode #163 – Utah Flying Trapeze, Avian Allure
We take the show to new heights with Utah Flying Trapeze and the duo that make up Avian Allure.