Year: 2023
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Contributor Limelight: Alton Barnhart
Alton Barnhart joined our team of Editorial Interns last November, and his incomparable wit has been a fixture of our office life since. In his writing, Alton balances this jubilant personality with a nuanced understanding of journalistic technical processes—he’s one of the brightest new voices we have on the team. Check out his feature on
![Local Review: ECHOES FROM THE VALLEY](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/heckcomp-artwork-1024x1024.png)
Local Review: ECHOES FROM THE VALLEY
Featuring over a dozen bands from the early ’00s, ECHOES FROM THE VALLEY compilation is equal part lost aughts treasures and equal part fresh bangers for 2023. … read more
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Film Review: From Black
From Black is about as paint-by-numbers as a supernatural horror flick can get. … read more
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Film Reviews: Chevalier
Chevalier is a haunting film that will inspire people to research Joseph Bologne and his many accomplishments. … read more
![Queers in Wonderland: Utah Pride Center’s Adult Queer Prom 2023](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/QueerProm_EmBehringer_2023-13-1024x682.webp)
Queers in Wonderland: Utah Pride Center’s Adult Queer Prom 2023
Queer Prom provides a safe space for LGBTQ+ folks to celebrate all forms of expression without the stress of conformity. … read more
![Dreamers Wish Foundation 1st Annual Dance Party and Gala @ The Clubhouse 04.21](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/2023-SLUG-WEB-Dreamers-Wish-Foundation-Gala-BARKIPLE-72-5040-1024x683.jpg)
Dreamers Wish Foundation 1st Annual Dance Party and Gala @...
Dreamers Wish Foundation’s commitment to service is sincere, and anyone who’d like to join the organization on its journey is invited to come along. … read more
![Film Review: Beau Is Afraid](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/p23818362_i_h10_ab-1024x576.webp)
Film Review: Beau Is Afraid
Beau Is Afraid must be seen to be believed, and one cannot deny that Aster’s singular vision is one of the most undiluted endeavors to receive a wide release. … read more
![Bold & Beautiful: Tara Lipsyncki](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/SLUG-bold-and-beautiful-april-2023-tara-lypsincki-bonneville-jones-2-1024x842.webp)
Bold & Beautiful: Tara Lipsyncki
If anyone is the epitome of being both bold and gorgeous AF, it’s Tara Lipsyncki, a drag performer, activist, comedian and all-around amazing individual. … read more
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Film Review: Somewhere In Queens
Somewhere in Queens easily ranks among the best films of 2023 to date and has the heart of a contender. … read more
![Bold & Beautiful: Lexa Leigh](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/SLUG-2023-Bold-and-Beautiful-Lexa-Leigh-Bonneville-Jones-12-1024x806.webp)
Bold & Beautiful: Lexa Leigh
Most of us would never consider exposing our souls on stage to a crowd of strangers. For pole dancer Lexa Leigh, this experience is familiar. … read more