Episode #389 – Bobo

Episode #389 – Bobo

Local indie pop musician Bobo comes to SLUG Soundwaves to discuss her new album, Bobo II, and more. … read more

Episode #405 – Beeson

Episode #405 – Beeson

Fresh off of her win at Velour’s Battle of  the Bands, Utah County–based artist Jane Beeson talks about her band, named Beeson, her songwriting style and more.  … read more

Episode #421 – Dante Lerae

Episode #421 – Dante Lerae

Ambient electronic artist Dante Lerae reflects on his diverse range of musical influences from classical jazz to Daft Punk in this meditative, transcendental episode. … read more

Episode #437 – The Mellons

Episode #437 – The Mellons

The Mellons are a four-piece baroque pop band residing in Salt Lake City and Provo Utah. The band formed in 2020, and was signed by the label Earth Libraries in 2021. … read more

Episode #453 – The Johns

Episode #453 – The Johns

The Johns were originally made up of John, Little John and other rotating drummers who didn’t end up sticking. … read more

Episode #469 — Cardinal Bloom

Episode #469 — Cardinal Bloom

On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, the group chats about the bands that got them into playing music, the origin of the group itself and their songwriting process.  … read more

Episode #485 — The Gontiks

Episode #485 — The Gontiks

Enriched with grunge-pop aesthetics and dabbling in shoegaze, SLC-based band the Gontiks has been continuing to expand their experimental sound. The team made up of Caine Wenner, Emmett Crofoot, Gibson Bracken and Nathan Marabello (who was away during this interview) detail their upbringing, from starting a friendship to slowly “putting poetry to music.”

Episode #10 – Vegan Drinks, Joshua Payne Orchestra, Jon McAffee, Palace Of Buddies, Local Art at Whole Foods

Episode #10 – Vegan Drinks, Joshua Payne Orchestra, Jon McAffee,...

This week's episode features SLUG's Editorial Assistant Esther Merono interviewing Larayn Clegg from Vegan Drinks, SLUG writer James Orme's archive interview with tattoo artist Jon McAffee and SLUG writer Mariah Mellus talking to Corinne Piazza from Whole Foods about their artist display. In addition we preview the latest local tracks the nine-piece Joshua Payne Orchestra and experimental rock duo Palace Of Buddies. Let us know what you think by calling our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324. … read more

Episode #24 – Napalm Flesh’s All-Metal Roundtable

Episode #24 – Napalm Flesh’s All-Metal Roundtable

If you're a fan of metal in any genre, today's episode is sure to "blow your bush back" as JP gathers six of SLUG Magazine's metal writers from our weekly online exclusive feature Napalm Flesh to discuss their favorite bands and songs from 2011. This roundtable discussion includes Metal Coordinator Bryer Wharton, writer/photographer Megan Kennedy, writer Henry Glasheen, writer Gavin Hoffman, writer Dylan Chadwick and Contributing Editor Ricky Vigil. Have an opinion on the show or disagree with one of the writers? Give us a ring about it! Send us your feedback by calling our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324. You may get played on the show! … read more

Episode #40 – Chuck Ragan, Baby Ghosts, The Scarlet Letter, S.L.F.M.

Episode #40 – Chuck Ragan, Baby Ghosts, The Scarlet Letter,...

First up on our 40th episode, SLUG’s Contributing Editor, Ricky Vigil, chats with Chuck Ragan over the phone about The Revival Tour; we listen to a new track from the debut album of SLC/Provo pop-punk band Baby Ghosts; SLUG writer Johnny Logan chats with the playwright and director from the latest Plan-B Theatre production, The Scarlet Letter; our host JP talks one-on-one with S.L.F.M. while in the middle of her U.S. tour, and we play a couple tracks off her new album. Give us a ring about something from the show, 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. You may get played on the show! … read more

Episode #56 – Audrey Patten, The Pleasure Thieves, YELP, Visigoth, Ihsahn

Episode #56 – Audrey Patten, The Pleasure Thieves, YELP, Visigoth,...

On this week's episode, our host JP sits down with local artist Audrey Patten to talk about her art and what she'll have on display at the Trolley Whole Foods this month; Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp drops by to talk about where to chill out this summer with cold treats around the city; and then we dive into the archives with SLUG writer Henry Glasheen as he interviews Norwegian metal musician Ihsahn for Napalm Flesh. Plus, brand new music from SLC rock group Pleasure Thieves and heavy metal band Visigoth! What are you looking forward to the most from Craft Lake City? What are you hoping to find at Utah’s only DIY festival? Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more

Episode #72 – Martha Hayden, Accidente, Bad Wolf Style, Robert & The Carrolls, 1FaceWatch

Episode #72 – Martha Hayden, Accidente, Bad Wolf Style, Robert...

On this week's episode, SLUG's Managing Editor Esther Meroño talks with anthropologist Martha Hayden about the recently discovered Martharaptor; SLUG writer Ischa B. chats fashion with Tina of Bad Wolf Style; and SLUG writer Ben Trentelman discusses the charity work being done by 1FaceWatch. Plus, brand new music from SLC hardcore band Accidente and Provo indie-folk group Robert & The Carrolls. What’s your favorite all-ages venue in Utah? We’ll be doing an upcoming episode on all-ages and underground venues and we’d like to hear what your favorite spot is. Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more