Podcasts: SLUG Mag Soundwaves
Episode #29 – The People’s Market, The Weekenders, Milosport, The...
In this week's episode, JP sits down with Tiffin Brough from The People's Market to talk about their upcoming Seed Swap event, SLUG writer and photographer Katie Panzer talks to Benny Pellegrino from Milosport about Oakley's exclusive Crowbar goggles designed with the shop, and JP sits down with the Justice Party presidential candidate (and former SLC mayor) Rocky Anderson about his campaign and thoughts on foreign affairs and the Occupy movement. 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 #45 – GoGo 37, Burnell Washburn, Dennis Mecham, Yze,...
In today's episode, SLUG writer Westin Porter makes his way down to St. George for an interview on the all-ages venue GoGo 37; SLUG photographer Sam Milianta talks to longtime SLC photographer Dennis Mecham about Kodak and shooting on film; SLUG writer Johnny Logan heads over to The Leonardo for details about the traveling Civil Rights exhibit, "This Light Of Ours." Plus, we've got music from May's Localized performers, Burnell Washburn and Yze. The Heavy Metal Shop turns 25 years old this year and we’d like to hear some of your favorite memories from the shop! Call our voicemail line and tell us your Heavy Metal Shop stories for us to play on a future episode. Our automated voicemail line is 858-233-9324. You may get played on the show! … read more
Episode #61 – The Melvins, Cultural Confidential, The Suicycles, Fall...
On this week's episode, SLUG writer Dylan Chadwick chats with Buzz Osborne about the Melvin's world record attempt; SLUG senior staff writer Mariah Mellus visits with SB Dance to discuss Cultural Confidential; and SLUG's movie critic Jimmy Martin drops by to talk fall movies with JP. Plus, brand new music from the electronica-rockers The Suicycles. What are some of your favorite food trucks in town? Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp will be in to talk about food trucks for an upcoming episode and we’d like to hear what your favorite traveling hangouts 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 #77 – SLUG Staff’s 2012 Local Music Picks
On this week's episode, we gather the SLUG editorial and podcast teams together for a look at the best of local music for 2012. This show features Editor Angela Brown, Managing Editor Esther Meroño, Contributing Editor Ricky Vigil, Junior Editor Alexander Ortega, Office Coordinator/Producer Gavin Sheehan and our host Dan Nailen listening to each of their favorite tracks and recapping the year in general. The year is coming to an end, and a lot of people put dieting in their New Year’s resolutions. We’ll be talking to Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp about healthy places to eat out, and we’d like to hear your suggestions as well. Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more
Episode #93 – SLC Nerd, Hurris & Gig, Yelp, Golden...
On this week's episode, SLUG writer Matt Brunk chats with the organizers behind the SLC Nerd convention happening this weekend, Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp drops by to talk about the best places for Brunch, and Dana Baptiste from Centered City Yoga drops by to talk with SLUG writer Ischa B. about Yogis Give Back. Plus, brand new music from hip hop duo Hurris & Gig and a preview of SLUG's Record Store Day show with Golden Sun. The regular NBA season is wrapping up shortly, and SLUG’s resident Jazz analyst Mike Brown will be back to talk about the season and, hopefully, where the Jazz stand in the playoffs. We’d like to hear your thoughts on the ’12-’13 season and your own questions for Mike to answer. Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more
Episode #109 – Craft Lake City 2013
On this week's episode, it's all Craft Lake City as we prepare for the festival this weekend. First up, SLUG Senior Staff Writer Mariah Mellus sits down in the Soundwaves studio with Nathan McGee of Cricut; then, SLUG writer Thomas Winkley chats with Peter Reed, one of the men in charge of the DIY Engineer sumobot competition at the DIY Festival; and finally, SLUG Senior Staff Writer Ischa B. sits down with Megan Whittaker to talk about her tasty and decorative, crafted baked goods. Plus, we preview some of the music at this year's festival with Wildcat Strike and Golden Sun. Yelp's Jeffrey Steadman will be back in the studio soon to talk about ice cream and treats, and we'd like to hear what your favorite treats around the valley 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 #125 – U Of U Design Degree, Simian Greed,...
Ischa B. is at the helm once again and she takes us through Episode 125 of Soundwaves from the Underground!
– The U of U design department is offering a course in Product and Industrial Design. Department leaders and instructors are excited to teach new ideas and classes. Even Program Director, Jim Agutter, encourages students, new and current to “come make cool shit.”
– Take some speedy riffs, fast drums, creative visions and put it all together. What do you get? Simian Greed. These innovative punks released an EP back in October that comes with crayons and a black and white cover so you can color it however you see fit. Talk about D-OI-Y.
– Why sell out when you can just buy in? SLC Punk is due for a sequel and Rancid drummer and executive producer for SLC Punk 2: Punk’s Dead, Branden Steineckert, speaks on building steam and funds for the upcoming film project.
– Who the fuck gets banned from Burt’s Tiki Lounge?! When your music is about breaking all sorts of shit and kicking ass, something is just bound to happen. Ulteriors are a punk five piece that formed earlier this year and if your ears are looking for an ass whoopin’ check these dudes out now.
– Burlesque, tarot card readings, snake and belly dancers, magicians, and hypnosis are just a few of the incredible events that are available for booking through Voodoo Productions. Founder, and performer Jennifer Tarasevich gives us the details on why she started the company and how business has been.
Episode #140 – Joshua James, Desert Noises, Northplatte Records
We can’t rage all the time, so this week we’re going for some easy listening. We speak with local folk musician Joshua James and co-founder of Northplatte Records, McKay Stevens. We hear music from James’ newest studio album and fellow label-mates, Desert Noises.
– Since his first release in 2006, Joshua James has been swooning people all over the country with his take on Americana. With five full-length albums under his belt, this juggernaut of folk doesn’t show any signs of retiring his voice or instruments anytime soon. SLUG recently spoke with James to pick his brain and find out what he has in the works.
– Subtle, soft and quiet only scratch the surface when describing the musical stylings of American Fork-based artist Joshua James. Check out the track “Styrofoam Boots” from his newest release, Well, Then, I’ll Go To Hell.
– Hailing from Provo, Desert Noises are an indie rock band who have been very busy since releasing their full-length album, Mountain Sea, back in 2011. Most recently, the group finished up a tour promoting their newest album which is due to be out this March. Listen to the song “Out Of My Head” from their upcoming release, 27 Ways.
– Northplatte Records has become a staple of Utah County musicians, with groups and artists like The Vibrant Sound, Sayde Price, Isaac Russell and Desert Noises calling the label home. SLUG sat down with co-founder McKay Stevens to find out more about this local record label.
Episode #155 – Utah Arts Festival
We have the skinny on The Utah Arts Festival, which will take over Library & Washington Square this weekend, along with Fear No Film’s 2014 lineup.
Episode #171 – Melissa Merlot and Marcus
Melissa Merlot and Marcus are two of the leading names in SLC’s comedy scene. They discuss their comedic process and how the scene has blown up in the past five years.