Podcasts: SLUG Mag Soundwaves
Episode #396 – Mama’s Boy
The latest episode of “SLUG Soundwaves” features Mama’s Boy, an artist who blends hip-hop, alternative and neo soul into a personalized sound. … read more
Episode #412 – Ben Swisher
Ben Swisher discusses his philosophical approach to music, the origins of his new project, A Windchime, and more on SLUG Soundwaves. … read more
Episode #428 – Gonk
In an interview with SLUG Soundwaves, guitarist and vocalist Alex Sandoval of Gonk explains why people call their music “punk for kids.” … read more
Episode #444 – Review: Whisperhawk’s Keepers of the Earth Vol....
In this episode, SLUG Junior Editor Asha Pruitt reads her review of Whisperhawk’s Keepers of the Earth Vol. 2, released on November 2, 2023. … read more
Episode #460 – The Plastic Cherries
The originators of the Plastic Cherries, Shelby and Joe Maddock, started making music together as a home project in 2020. … read more
Episode #476 — Rachael Jenkins
Rachael Jenkins is one of SLC’s most talented vocalists. From her introspective and tender lyricism to her thoughtful instrumentation, her music is truly one of a kind. On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, Jenkins talks about her musical journey and newest project The End. The End by Rachael Jenkins
Episode #492 — Sammy Brue
Musician Sammy Brue is folksy artist with a vision. His latest project chronicles the life of American singer-songwriter Justin Townes Earle, using Earle’s journals gifted to Brue. With inspirations like Robert Johnston and Woody Guthrie, Brue hopes the album will tell an “emotional, existential” story that perserves Earle’s legacy.
Episode 1 – All Systems Fail, Pretty Worms, GZA, Black...
Interviews and new music from the official podcast of SLUG Magazine in Salt Lake City, Utah. SLUG is one of the oldest independent publications in the United States, distributing free monthly issues about music, art, action sports and subculture. Our debute episode features hard punk band All Systems Fail, an archived interview with GZA, a look at the upcoming show at Kayo Gallery, and new music from Black Hole and Pretty Worms. … read more
Episode #17 – Vegan Thanksgiving, Starmy, GWAR, Fox Van Cleef,...
Happy Halloween! In this week’s episode, SLUG’s Editorial Assistant Esther Meroño talks with an organizer of Vegan Thanksgiving, we dive into the archives with SLUG writer Bryer Wharton as he interviews GWAR and Ischa Bee chats with the trio of co-owners from Butterfly Jac Salon. Plus, we preview music from local hard rockers Starmy and psych-soul band Fox Van Cleef. Let us know what you think by calling our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324. … read more
Episode #31 – Slamdance 2012, Nevertanezra, The Rider’s Project, Visigoth,...
This week, JP sits down with SLUG writers Johnny Logan and Cody Kirkland about their coverage of Slamdance 2012 and their favorite films from the fest, we go back into the archives with SLUG writer Sean Zimmerman-Wall talking to The Rider’s Project co-founder Brian Burge, and Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp pops by in time for Valentine’s Day to discuss the best places to find chocolate. Plus, music from two of the bands playing this month’s heavy metal Localized showcase: Nevertanezra and Visigoth! 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 #47 – BEAU, I Am The Ocean, Audrey Newhouse,...
This week, our fearless host, JP, sits down with Rando Schmook from BEAU (Broadview Entertainment Arts University) about his career in cinema and the college; SLUG writer Amanda Nurre talks to artist Audrey Newhouse about her exhibition at Whole Foods; and SLUG writer Cody Kirkland gets the scoop on the Lost Media Archive and Incredibly Strange Movie Night. Plus, new music from post-hardcore band I Am The Ocean and geek-rappers Rotten Musicians. What are some of your favorite vegan spots from around town? Do you have a favorite vegan dish you must have every day? Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your favorite vegan thing in SLC for our next Yelp segment. You may get played on the show! … read more
Episode #63 – Salt City Sirens, Daisy & The Moonshines,...
On this week's episode, SLUG writer Ischa B. sits down with three members of the Salt City Sirens burlesque troupe; Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp drops by to talk food trucks and carts with JP; and John Kammerer from 5 State Killing Spree chats in studio with JP about the band and his other musical projects. Plus, brand new music from SLC punk band Problem Daughter and groove grunge rockers Daisy & The Moonshines! Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more