Episode #377 – Early Successional

Episode #377 – Early Successional

On the latest “SLUG Soundwaves,” listen to folk-rock group Early Successional discuss their origins and their recent return from hiatus. … read more

Episode #393 – Sunfish

Episode #393 – Sunfish

Carter Sears paints a full picture of Sunfish’s sonic repertoire, from swinging synths to raspy glam rock vocals of a bygone era. … read more

Episode #409 – Saysha

Episode #409 – Saysha

Fresh off the release of her new single, “Our Imagination,” local electronic musician Saysha comes to SLUG Soundwaves to tell the story of her musical journey.  … read more

Episode #425 – Rachael Jenkins

Episode #425 – Rachael Jenkins

Rachael Jenkins talks about their lyrics-first approach to songwriting, struggles with identity after leaving the LDS church and signing with a record label after posting songs on TikTok.  … read more

Episode #441 – Persona 749

Episode #441 – Persona 749

In this episode, PERSONA 749 members joined me at the SLUG headquarters where they spoke about their upcoming debut album. … read more

Episode #457 – Body of Leaves

Episode #457 – Body of Leaves

Body of Leaves is has cemented itself as one of SLC’s best post-punk groups. In this episode of Soundwaves, the group discusses their origin, sound and new projects.  … read more

Episode #473 — Gracemaker

Episode #473 — Gracemaker

Gracemaker is an SLC post-noise outfit made up of Nicholas Bat (vocals), Darren Watts (bass, vocals), Matt Wiley (guitar) and Chris Garrido (drums). … read more

Episode #489 — Chaidi

Episode #489 — Chaidi

Chaidi Brooki and brother Kenny come together to create the genre-shapeshifting band Chaidi. Coming from a long line of singers in the family, the pair grew up singing. … read more

Episode #505: Matt Claflin

Episode #505: Matt Claflin

Music is something Matt Claflin can’t live without, his heart and soul. He describes his desire to write songs, make music and play shows as a “constant itch.” … read more

Episode #14 – Fear Factory, YYBS, The Melvins, The Suicycles, Utah Arts Alliance, Occupy SLC

Episode #14 – Fear Factory, YYBS, The Melvins, The Suicycles,...

This week's episode features SLUG writer Megan Kennedy getting the details on Utah’s latesthaunted attraction, the Fear Factory, we dive into the archives with SLUG writer Gavin Hoffman interviewing Dale Crover of The Melvins and look at Gallery Stroll and other artistic events from the Utah Arts Alliance as SLUG writer Mariah Mellus talks with Executive Director Derek Dyer. We’ll also preview music from YYBS and The Suicycles from this month’s Localized show and JP marches with protestors to get information about the Occupy SLC movement. Let us know what you think by calling our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324. … read more

Episode #28 – The Sugar Show, Ferocious Oaks, New Frontier, Daisy & The Moonshines, Nova Chamber Series

Episode #28 – The Sugar Show, Ferocious Oaks, New Frontier,...

This week, SLUG columnist Mariah Mellus chats with Stephen Brown of SB Dance and Brittany Reese of the Sugar Space about the upcoming Sugar Show, SLUG writer Ben Trentelman talks with curator Shari Firlot about the New Frontier art exhibition taking place during Sundance, and SLUG writer Scott Farley interviews the NOVA Chamber Series’ artistic director Jason Hardink. Plus, music from Provo folk band Ferocious Oaks and new music from groove grunge rockers Daisy & The Moonshines. 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 #44 – Napalm Flesh Roundtable #2

Episode #44 – Napalm Flesh Roundtable #2

In today’s episode JP sits down with five of the writers of SLUG’s weekly online exclusive metal feature, Napalm Flesh, to discuss the most influential metal albums of their lives. SLUG and Napalm Flesh writers Henry Glasheen, Megan Kennedy, Dylan Chadwick, Gavin Hoffman and Ricky Vigil discuss what albums had a profound effect on their music tastes and why they’re each so influential to the genre. The Heavy Metal Shop turns 25 years old this year and we’d like to hear some of your favorite memories from the shop! Call our voicemail line and tell us in detail for us to play on a future episode! 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