Queers in Comics

Queers in Comics
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On Sept. 10, Black Cat Comics and the 1 to 5 Club teamed up to host an impromptu comic book panel. … read more

Wasatch Theatre Company’s State Premiere: A Bright New Boise

Wasatch Theatre Company’s State Premiere: A Bright New Boise
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A Brand New Boise is about a man named Will who fled his fundamentalist church after a major scandal ensued and heads to Boise to meet his estranged son, Alex. Of all the uncomfortable plays I’ve seen in my life, this one has made it near the top of my list. … read more

Wallowing with PIG: Raymond Watts

Wallowing with PIG: Raymond Watts
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The Lord of Lard, Raymond Watts, took time out of his birthday, of all days, to have a conversation with SLUG Magazine about ’s upcoming album and tour. Watts was working on gathering the troops for the little war they are going to wage on the smaller venues of North America, and SLC could not be happier about ’s stop on Sept. 28 at Area 51 for the Dark Arts Festival. … read more

SLUG Style: Abraham von Waffles + Squid Vishuss

SLUG Style: Abraham von Waffles + Squid Vishuss
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Squid Vishuss is an artist, photographer, poetess, mermaid and toy collector. Abraham von Waffles is an artist, model, ukulele player and thrifter. Together, their unique combination has formed a distinctive aesthetic. … read more

 
 
Review: The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension

Review: The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension
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The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension is a quirky watch but a must-see. It is overly silly, simplistic and utterly charming. No wonder it is deemed a cult classic. … read more

Allah-Las: The Ineffable Concept

Allah-Las: The Ineffable Concept
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Allah-Las are on the road again promoting their new album, Calico Review, out Sept. 9, and they’ll be stopping here in SLC on Sept. 6 at Urban Lounge. Vocalist and guistarist Miles Michaud shared his thoughts on the new record and the band’s current tour. … read more

Violent Soho: Finding a Way Out of this Thing

Violent Soho: Finding a Way Out of this Thing
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Violent Soho released their fourth album, Waco, in March, and are set to promote it in America this fall in cities like Toronto, Denver and Salt Lake City on Sept. 2. … read more

Kurt Vile: Believe He’s Coming Up

Kurt Vile: Believe He’s Coming Up
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Listening to Kurt Vile for the first time, or even returning to him after a long while, can feel strangely disarming. This past year has given him his largest amount of exposure to date, including live television performances, two radio singles, a Rolling Stone interview with J. Mascis, animation appearances and more. … read more

Creature Feature: King of Drag Loke

Creature Feature: King of Drag Loke
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Tori Loke is a bi-structured creature who flawlessly represents both ends of the gender spectrum of drag. She’s beautiful—long and strong, boasting a smile and a gentle aura. I’m instantly intrigued by how captivating her look is. It almost perfectly reflects the blend of femininity and masculinity that exudes from her as she opens up about herself and her art. … read more

Stepping Into THE VOID

Stepping Into THE VOID
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Stepping into THE VOID’s studio felt like stepping onto a movie set—a set that’s only further enhanced by the power of virtual reality. This wasn’t an arcade- nor laser tag–like setting—this was moving platforms, secret hatches, magic-like effects and suits you put on that look like armor from the Halo series. … read more