Year: 2014
Skeletons In The Closet: Utah’s Horror Film History
Though Utah got its cinematic start with the westerns of John Ford, it’s no stranger to the horror genre. Our state has been the backdrop to several celluloid slashers—peruse the list … if you dare. … read more
Product Reviews
Product reviews for Bern, Chrome Industries, PasteUp, Syck Trix and Copper Urban. … read more
Video Game Reviews
Video game reviews for Abyss Odyssey, Another World 20th Anniversary Edition, Armillo, Crypt of the NecroDancer, Godfire: Rise Of Prometheus, Magic 2015, Murdered: Soul Suspect, One Piece: Unlimited World Red, Outlast, Squids Odyssey, Transistor, Valiant Hearts: The Great War, Wayward Manor and The Wolf Among Us. … read more
Playing With Fire: An Interview with Godflesh’s Justin K. Broadrick
A World Lit Only By Fire is fueled by Broadrick and Green’s desire to return to what Godflesh was when the band began in the late ’80s. “Having Godflesh not existing for such a long period of time afforded me the luxury of being able to examine what I loved the most about Godflesh. And what I loved the most was the intent of the first few records,” says Broadrick. … read more
Summer of Death: Roughside of the Trax V
SLUG’s Summer of Death skate contests have been a skateway drug for countless Utah skaters for 15 years. This summer’s second and final installment of Summer of Death, Roughside of the TRAX, took place on Sept. 13, and made use of some sweet spots along Salt Lake’s TRAX lines. … read more
Book Reviews
Book reviews for… 331/3 Beach Boys, Brian’s Search, Darklight, Farscape Vol. 7, 33 1/3 Gang Of Four, J. Dilla’s Donuts, Judge Dress Classic, 33 1/3 Kanye West, The Midnight Rose, Murder Me Dead, Revivial: Vol 1, 33 1/3 Richard Hell, Seconds, Ranpopo Vol 2, The Walking Dead Vol. 21, WonTon Soup and WWE 50. … read more
King Diamond: A Visit From The Dead
King is the kind of guy who has heavy metal in his soul—in a way that goes far beyond the theatrics and posturing that dominate the scene today. When I asked him about the biggest changes he had seen in the heavy metal scene over his long career, his answer was simple but thoughtful. “It hasn’t changed that much,” he says, “but you keep learning more and more all the time.” … read more
Gallery Stroll: Strolling 101
In recognition of all the students returning to school, I offer a little Gallery Stroll education. Gallery Stroll is a monthly event when local galleries stay open later in the evening, typically from 6–9 p.m. for extended viewing opportunities. … read more
The Rest
The Rest is my “why Salt Lake is great” restaurant/bar of choice right now, which might be a problem, as it is so small and so special. I almost hate to share it with anyone new—not for fear that it will go away, but that there won’t be any room left for me. … read more
Beer Reviews
The Bohemian Brewing Company, located in Midvale, Utah, is one of the state’s most unlikely success stories in Utah’s recent beer history. Founded by Czech immigrant Joe Petras in 2001, Bohemian took a big chance on making old-world craft beer styles when the majority of craft beer drinkers were moving toward more hoppy and modern interpretations on English and Belgian styles. Joe’s philosophy was basically to make four beers, but make them well. … read more