Podcasts: SLUG Mag Soundwaves
Episode #404 – Endless Struggle
Utah punk group Endless Struggle on their history in SLC’s punk and alternative scenes, their return to music after a long hiatus and their upcoming album. … read more
Episode #420 – Sleep Cult
Ahead of their set at SLUG Picnic on Saturday, July 22, Isaac and Bryson from Sleep Cult chat with SLUG Soundwaves about their musical journey. … read more
Episode #436 – Goldmyth
Goldmyth is a harpist and singer-songwriter in Provo who crafts dreamy, indie-pop melodies. She chats about balancing motherhood with a successful music career and debuts some unreleased music. … read more
Episode #452 – Review: Charli xcx’s BRAT
This week, SLUG Contributing Writer Arthur Diaz reads their review of British pop icon Charli xcx’s newest album BRAT. … read more
Episode #468 — Muskies
On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, Muskies talk about curating vibes, busking in alleyways — even whole touring — and the creation of their debut album, Muskies. … read more
Episode #484 — The Modifiers
Chris Proctor is the singer and bass player of the punk-surf rock band, The Modifiers. In a band that’s 25 years old, Proctor has seen some shifting tides. … read more
Episode #9 – Weird Al Yankovic, Pat Maine, Black Angels,...
This week's episode features SLUG's Contributing Editor Ricky Vigil on the phone with Weird Al Yankovic, brand new music from Pat Main and The Plastic Furs, we delve into the archives with Jeanette Moses and her interview with the Black Angels, and Princess Kennedy chats with Kate Wheadon about the Urban Flea Market. Let us know what you think by calling our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324. … read more
Episode #23 – Parallax, YELP, Wanda Jackson, Vic Back
This week’s episode begins with SLUG’s Contributing Editor Ricky Vigil sitting down with Parallax guitarist Elliot Secrist about the re-releases of the band’s first and only full-length album, Mediums & Messages, recorded before the death of the band’s lead singer Blake Donner in 2005. In tribute to the re-release, we preview two songs off the album throughout the show. Next up, Jeffery Steadman from Yelp drops by again, this time he and JP discuss pie and the best local places for a slice. Then, SLUG writer James Orme chats on the phone with rockabilly legend Wanda Jackson in an archived interview from February 2011 about her new album with Jack White and parts of her career. Then SLUG writer Mariah Mellus drops by Blonde Grizzly to interview co-owner Caleb Barney and tattoo artist Vic Back about the Nutcracker showcase on display this month at the shop. 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 #39 – Ryan Baxter: Reenactor, Stark Raving Mad, Harlan,...
On this week’s episode, SLUG writer Cody Kirkland chats with the star of “Ryan Baxter: Reenactor,†Matt Whittaker, about the film and his performance; SLUG writer Johnny Logan talks to Adam Palcher of “A Damn Movie Podcast†about his short film “Harlan,†and SLUG’s Contributing Editor Ricky Vigil talks to Asian Man Records founder Mike Park about the latest 7†release from Primary. We also listen to tracks from that release, as well as music from SLC punk group and one of April’s Localized bands, Stark Raving Mad. What summer movies are you looking forward to? Do you have a specific 2012 film you’d like to hear SLUG’s film critic Jimmy Martin’s opinions on? Give us a ring, 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 might get played on the show! … read more
Episode #55 – SLUG Staff’s Local Music Picks (January-June 2012)
On this week's episode, the SLUG Magazine editorial team get together in the studio to discuss their favorite local music for the first half of 2012. Listen to picks and singles selected by Angela Brown, Jeanette Moses, Ricky Vigil, Esther Merono, Alexander Ortega and our host JP, as the six of them talk about each band and their thoughts on the tracks throughout the episode. 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 #71 – CD Baby, Spell Talk, Utah Lawyers For...
On this week's episode, we delve into the behind-the-scenes aspect of the music business. SLUG's Junior Editor Alexander Ortega talks to Kevin Breuner of CD Baby about their licensing program; SLUG Writer Nate Housley chats with Heather Sneddon from Utah Lawyers For The Arts about the legal work they offer artists; drummer Casey Hansen from GAZA drops by the studio to chat with Dan Nailen about his experiences with touring and what you should know before going. Plus, we listen the last EP of the recently broken-up Spell Talk. 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
Episode #87 – Breath Advisor, Lady Murasaki, Sugar House BBQ,...
On this week's episode, SLUG columnist Mike Brown chats with Breath Advisor founder Jason Knott at Zest about the new kiosk; Sugar House BBQ owner Bill Smithers drops by the Soundwaves studio to talk with our host Dan Nailen about their upcoming move; and SLUG's film critic Jimmy Martin comes in to talk about the exciting spring film season in 2013. Plus, we preview March's Localized with music from Lady Murasaki and 90s Television. Mike Riedel will be joining us in the Soundwaves studio again in just a couple of weeks to talk about the latest beer news around town, and we’d like to hear your questions for Mike and what you’re most curious about happening in local brewing circles. Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more
