Podcasts: SLUG Mag Soundwaves
Episode #23 – Parallax, YELP, Wanda Jackson, Vic Back
This week’s episode begins with SLUG’s Contributing Editor Ricky Vigil sitting down with Parallax guitarist Elliot Secrist about the re-releases of the band’s first and only full-length album, Mediums & Messages, recorded before the death of the band’s lead singer Blake Donner in 2005. In tribute to the re-release, we preview two songs off the album throughout the show. Next up, Jeffery Steadman from Yelp drops by again, this time he and JP discuss pie and the best local places for a slice. Then, SLUG writer James Orme chats on the phone with rockabilly legend Wanda Jackson in an archived interview from February 2011 about her new album with Jack White and parts of her career. Then SLUG writer Mariah Mellus drops by Blonde Grizzly to interview co-owner Caleb Barney and tattoo artist Vic Back about the Nutcracker showcase on display this month at the shop. Give us a ring about something from the show, drunk dial us, ask for our advice on anything, or just send us your feedback by calling our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324. You may get played on the show! … read more
Episode #39 – Ryan Baxter: Reenactor, Stark Raving Mad, Harlan,...
On this week’s episode, SLUG writer Cody Kirkland chats with the star of “Ryan Baxter: Reenactor,†Matt Whittaker, about the film and his performance; SLUG writer Johnny Logan talks to Adam Palcher of “A Damn Movie Podcast†about his short film “Harlan,†and SLUG’s Contributing Editor Ricky Vigil talks to Asian Man Records founder Mike Park about the latest 7†release from Primary. We also listen to tracks from that release, as well as music from SLC punk group and one of April’s Localized bands, Stark Raving Mad. What summer movies are you looking forward to? Do you have a specific 2012 film you’d like to hear SLUG’s film critic Jimmy Martin’s opinions on? Give us a ring, drunk dial us, ask for our advice on anything, or just send us your feedback by calling our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324. You might get played on the show! … read more
Episode #55 – SLUG Staff’s Local Music Picks (January-June 2012)
On this week's episode, the SLUG Magazine editorial team get together in the studio to discuss their favorite local music for the first half of 2012. Listen to picks and singles selected by Angela Brown, Jeanette Moses, Ricky Vigil, Esther Merono, Alexander Ortega and our host JP, as the six of them talk about each band and their thoughts on the tracks throughout the episode. What are you looking forward to the most from Craft Lake City? What are you hoping to find at Utah’s only DIY festival? Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more
Episode #71 – CD Baby, Spell Talk, Utah Lawyers For...
On this week's episode, we delve into the behind-the-scenes aspect of the music business. SLUG's Junior Editor Alexander Ortega talks to Kevin Breuner of CD Baby about their licensing program; SLUG Writer Nate Housley chats with Heather Sneddon from Utah Lawyers For The Arts about the legal work they offer artists; drummer Casey Hansen from GAZA drops by the studio to chat with Dan Nailen about his experiences with touring and what you should know before going. Plus, we listen the last EP of the recently broken-up Spell Talk. What’s your favorite all ages venue in Utah? We’ll be doing an upcoming episode on all-ages and underground venues and we’d like to hear what your favorite spot is. Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more
Episode #87 – Breath Advisor, Lady Murasaki, Sugar House BBQ,...
On this week's episode, SLUG columnist Mike Brown chats with Breath Advisor founder Jason Knott at Zest about the new kiosk; Sugar House BBQ owner Bill Smithers drops by the Soundwaves studio to talk with our host Dan Nailen about their upcoming move; and SLUG's film critic Jimmy Martin comes in to talk about the exciting spring film season in 2013. Plus, we preview March's Localized with music from Lady Murasaki and 90s Television. Mike Riedel will be joining us in the Soundwaves studio again in just a couple of weeks to talk about the latest beer news around town, and we’d like to hear your questions for Mike and what you’re most curious about happening in local brewing circles. Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more
Episode #103 – Black Sheep Cafe, The National Parks, The...
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Episode #119 – Mideau, Anime Banzai, Creature Double Feature, Utah...
On this week’s episode, SLUG writer Allison Shephard sits down with Libby Linton of the electro-pop band Mideau; SLUG writer Thomas Winkley chats with Chris Allen of Anime Banzai to talk about this year’s convention in Layton; and SLUG columnist and resident Jazz enthusiast Mike Brown dopes by the Soundwaves studio to chat about the upcoming season with our host Dan Nailen. Plus, brand-new music from neo-psychedelic duo Creature Double Feature. Next week, Jeffrey Steadman will return for another Yelp segment talking about the best Halloween-related treats and goodies to find around town, and we’d like to hear what some of your favorites are. Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more
Episode #134 – Liz Prince, Colossus, Dave Chisholm, Derek Hunter
On episode 134 of Soundwaves from the Underground, SLUG chats with local and distant illustrators to find out exactly what inspires them and what kind of careers are available to cartoonists.
– Often dealing with romance and bad luck, Liz Prince has a way of relating to readers through her comics. Her newest book, Alone Forever, deals with love, relationships, their eventual demise and the other problems that we, as humans, are bound to face.
– Dave Chisholm is both a comic book artist and an experienced musician. He was the mind behind “Let’s Go To Utah,” and since leaving the Beehive State to pursue higher education in New York, has collaborated with several groups. Last year Dave released an album with his jazz band, Colossus. Check out the track “Science Adventure” from their self-titled release on this episode of Soundwaves.
– Never one to limit himself to only a single form of expression, Dave Chisholm also releases music as a self-titled composer. This blend of jazz is more subtle and ethereal than his other projects, but is just as gripping. “Whisper,” from his 2011 release, Calligraphy, is a chilling walk through an array of sorrowful and wounded instrumentals.
– Derek Hunter, another cartoonist/musician from the valley, has found a career in cartoon illustration. His most current work includes backgrounds for Cartoon Network’s Adventure Time and various other creations for companies like Mattel, Disney and MTV Films. Despite keeping busy with his career, Derek also finds time to create original pieces for his website, PirateClub.com.
Episode #149 – Spread Stoke, OK Ikumi, Weston Colton
Episode 149 of SLUG Soundwaves is themed around photography.
– Spread Stoke allows outdoor enthusiasts to share their experiences with others by giving them an open forum via online photo and video blogging.
– SLUG photographer, Weston Colton, discusses his start in action sports photography.
– We hear a tunes from Orem-based electronica artist, OK Ikumi.
Episode #165 – Dan Nailed & Bad Brad Wheeler
Its Dan Nailen’s final episode as host! Dan Nailen is off on a new adventure to a new city, and he goes out in style talking with Bad Brad Wheeler and SLUG’s own Angela Brown. … read more