Episode #392 – Homephone

Episode #392 – Homephone

With their first album release, Melon Collie, the duo of Homephone continued their penchant for easy and playful creation. … read more

Episode #408 – Sunpuppy

Episode #408 – Sunpuppy

Salt Lake–based Jazz trio Sunpuppy come on SLUG Soundwaves to discuss the process of creating original music after nearly a year of playing covers at local restaurants.

Episode #424 – Zaza Historia VanDyke

Episode #424 – Zaza Historia VanDyke

VanDyke chats about transitioning from playing in a classical orchestra to improvising as both a solo singer-songwriter and half of nu metal band DOOMCUPCAKE.  … read more

Episode #440 – Cautious Clay

Episode #440 – Cautious Clay

Cautious Clay, aka Joshua Karpeh, is a singer/songwriter and producer from Cleveland, Ohio. … read more

Episode #456 – Review: Eminem’s The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce)

Episode #456 – Review: Eminem’s The Death of Slim Shady...

Unable to create anything decent in the last 14 years, Mathers has resorted to symbolically murdering his former self in his most jaded and misguided project yet.  … read more

Episode #472 — The/Theys

Episode #472 — The/Theys

On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, the band discusses their sound, origin and upcoming projects.  … read more

Halloween Throwback: Heavy Metal Roundtable

Halloween Throwback: Heavy Metal Roundtable

In this special spook-tacular episode of SLUG Soundwaves, we wind the clocks back to 2011 as Bryer Wharton discusses the local heavy metal scene. … read more

Episode #13 – Spoketacukat Alley Cat, Jesus Or Genome, Braid,  Spell Talk, Hobo With A Shotgun

Episode #13 – Spoketacukat Alley Cat, Jesus Or Genome, Braid,...

This week's episode features SLUG writer Jemie Sprankle with a live recap of the Spoketacular Alleycat, and dive into the archives for an interview with Braid, and an interview with Jason Eisener, director of the 2010 Sundance film Hobo With A Shotgun. We also check out new tracks from acoustic band Jesus Or Genome and psyche-rock band Spell Talk. Let us know what you think by calling our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324. … read more

Episode #27 – Kennedy’s Concealed Firearms Permit, Blue Moon Bombers, YELP, Weller Book Works, ABK Band, “My Dead Friends”

Episode #27 – Kennedy’s Concealed Firearms Permit, Blue Moon Bombers,...

In this week’s episode, JP sits down with SLUG columnist Princess Kennedy about her concealed firearms permit experience, Jeffery Steadman from Yelp is here to talk about the best places to find Mac & Cheese, SLUG writer Johnny Logan interviews Tony Weller about the new Weller Book Works moving into Trolley Square, and SLUG writer and Office Intern Kia McGinnis chats with Anna West as she discussed her upcoming “My Dead Friends” art show. We have new music from the Blue Moon Bombers and upcoming Localized performer ABK Band. 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 #43 – Craft Lake City, Lady & Gent, Tour de Brewtah, Despite Despair, Free Comic Book Day

Episode #43 – Craft Lake City, Lady & Gent, Tour...

On today’s episode, our host JP sits down with Craft Lake City’s exhibition manager, Michelle Stark, about the call for entries and new categories and vendors for the event; JP chats with Zach Bale from the Tour de Brewtah about their tour and the charities they’re working with; our podcast producer and SLUG office coordinator, Gavin Sheehan, talks with Black Cat Comics owner Greg Gage about the shop and the upcoming Free Comic Book Day; then SLUG's Editor Angela H. Brown sits down with Chris Sick, aka DJ Mechanized and founder of the '90s SLC techno venue Playscool about it's 20th anniversary party. Plus, brand new music from Provo-based Americana band Lady & Gent, and SLC hardcore band Despite Despair. What are some of your favorite brewpubs from around Utah? Call our voicemail line and let us know! Or give us a ring about something else 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 #59 – SLC Kickstarter, Michael Gross & The Statuettes, YELP, Timmy The Teeth, C.A.W.S.

Episode #59 – SLC Kickstarter, Michael Gross & The Statuettes,...

On this week’s episode, JP sits down with Art Raymond and Bianca Shreeve from the SLC Mayor’s office to talk about the new City Kickstarter project; Jeffrey Steadman from YELP drops by to talk about the best tapas restaurants; and SLUG writer Megan Kennedy interviews Sara Hansen from C.A.W.S. about the work they do for homeless pets in Utah. Plus, brand new music from Michael Gross & The Statuettes and Timmy The Teeth. The Melvins are gearing up to set a world record by playing a show in every U.S. state and Washington DC. What are your thoughts on their attempt? Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more

Episode #75 – The Shred Shed, Reviver, Richards St. Art Collective, The Moth & The Flame, Muse Muse Café

Episode #75 – The Shred Shed, Reviver, Richards St. Art...

On this week's episode we explore several all-ages venues in Northern Utah. SLUG writer Cody Hudson sits down in the Soundwaves studio with Jesse Cassar, owner of The Shred Shed; SLUG writer LeAundra Jeffs talks with Randall Farrell from Richards St. Art Collective; and SLUG writer Steve Richardson chats with Darcy Roy and Debbie Philips of Muse Music Café in Provo. Plus, music from The Moth & The Flame and the recently reunited band, Reviver! What’s your favorite local album from 2012? We’ll be doing a show dedicated to our favorites from this year and we’d like to hear what releases you dug from 2012. Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more