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Jimmy Martin Memorial
A set of rememberance for Jimmy Martin, SLUG’s longtime film critic and film festival coverage specialist who passed away on June 18 of 2019. … read more
In Memoriam: Anthony Bourdain
I’m not sure if a word exists to describe the combination of anger, shock and genuine sadness I felt when I heard that Anthony Bourdain had taken his own life. To say that it was a surprise or a tragedy does not give it enough weight. It was heartbreaking and unexpected. … read more
George Starks: In Memoriam
“I first met George in the late ’90s when Slamdance was determined yet struggling to establish itself in Utah. If it wasn’t for George, we wouldn’t be where we are today.” … read more
Remembering the Lamb
Feb. 9, 2016 was the day that the one and only Jason Lamb was gone. He was my dear friend and a dedicated musician. He never slowed down until his death at age 47. He punched his time card and checked out. … read more
Kenny Tadrzynski
Homage to Kenny Tadrzynski’s accomplishments in life seems ill-fitting, as he wasn’t one to boast about his achievements, nor did he ever define himself by them. … read more
Julie N. Xiety: 07.08.94 – 01.23.15
Julie touched countless, endless souls. Through time here and now there, any, everywhere … together yet we are here. … read more
Kyle Trammell aka Tyler Mackmell
Kyle Trammell aka Tyler Mackmell: Jan. 10, 1989 — Jan. 2015
Burt’s Tiki Lounge – In Memoriam
Burt’s Tiki Lounge was a place where one checked their “scene cred” at the door and let the bar’s flier-ridden walls tell the venue’s story—and a damn-good chunk of Utah’s underground music tale at that. … read more
Jeff Michael Vice – February 2, 1965 – May 27,...
On May 27, Salt Lake City lost one of its favorite sons. Jeff Vice was somebody that everyone in town knew—he couldn’t walk into any bar or coffee shop without seeing a friend or being recognized by a fan with whom he would instantly interact, as if they were already friends. He gave everyone his attention and was always ready to talk movies, music and comics expertly and passionately. … read more