Localized: Cathode

Localized: Cathode
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Cathode got his start long ago Wisconsin. He cites his parents’ love of Elton John as getting him into music and his brother for showing him chiptunes. … read more

Localized: Runestomper

Localized: Runestomper
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I stepped away from the gorgeous, sunny day outside and into the dark, neon-tinged Quarters Arcade Bar in Sugarhouse to find the duo behind Runestomper. … read more

Local Review: Runestomper — Trials, Pt. II

Local Review: Runestomper — Trials, Pt. II
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Trials Pt. II is almost entirely instrumental, which lends itself to creating a soundtrack for the person listening to it. It took me on a futuristic journey as well as a trip into the past. … read more

SLUG Mag’s 37th Anniversary Party: Get to Know the Bands

SLUG Mag’s 37th Anniversary Party: Get to Know the Bands
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In anticipation of our biggest event of the year, SLUG asked each performing band or artist a few questions about their music, plus some just for shits and gigs. … read more

Local Review: fezmaster – unfezed

Local Review: fezmaster – unfezed
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The combination of organic and inorganic noise is whimsical and nostalgic; each sketch flows into the next so well that it truly feels like one long composition.  … read more