Episode #97 – Best Friends Animal Society, The Moths, Black Pus, Ether, Humane Society Of Utah

Episode #97 – Best Friends Animal Society, The Moths, Black...

On this week's episode, our host Dan Nailen sits down with Temma Martin from Best Friends Animal Society in our podcast studio to talk about their organization and Super Pet Adoption; SLUG writer Alex Cragun chats on the phone with Brian Chippendale about his solo project, Black Pus; and SLUG Senior Writer, Gavin Hoffman chats with Carl Arky from the Humane Society of Utah about their organization and their work to find homes for homeless pets. Plus, brand new music from The Moths and Ether! Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp will be back in a few episodes to talk about the best new places that have popped up in SLC over the past few months, and we'd like to hear what new places you've been digging! Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more

Episode #113 – Beer News with Mike Riedel, Parlor Hawk, Yelp, Coral Bones, Fall films with Jimmy Martin

Episode #113 – Beer News with Mike Riedel, Parlor Hawk,...

On this week’s episode, our fearless host Dan Nailen takes the reigns for all three interviews. First up, SLUG’s own been columnist Mike Riedel drops by to talk about the latest beer combinations hitting late summer; Jeffery Steadman from Yelp will pop in to talk about the best BBQ in the valley; and SLUG’s film critic Jimmy Martin visits the Soundwaves studio to talk about the movies coming out this Fall. Plus, hear brand new music from local bands Parlor Hawk and Coral Bones. Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp will be returning to the podcast in a few weeks to talk about the best spots in the River District, and we want to hear your thoughts on the subject. Call our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324 and tell us your thoughts. You may get played on the show! … read more

Episode #129 – Cam Pierce, Rotten Musicians, Mic Masters Alliance, Ben Q. Best/Karl Jorgensen, The Kid Labs

Episode #129 – Cam Pierce, Rotten Musicians, Mic Masters Alliance,...

The snow is still falling outside, so put a little rum in your ‘nog and let Dan Nailen and our guests keep you company with Episode 129 of Soundwaves. 

– Even as a young, East Coast greenhorn Cam Pierce wanted to go pro and now that he’s made it he is still driven to learn more and continually evolve as a snowboarder.  Cam shares his story and explains why he doesn’t like to stick to a certain style, but prefers to dabble in the many outlets that the industry has presented him with.

– At first you might ask, “What in the fuck are the Rotten Musicians talking about?” Science, video games and other concepts, baby girl. This three-piece nerd rap group will instill knowledge via hot fire spit from their educated lips over funky, philosophical beats in their track “eGGsheLLs” on Episode 129 of Soundwaves.

– Hip-hop musicians, lyricists and rhymers have been a part of the Mic Masters Alliance since its establishment in September of 2011. This group brings together local and regional emcees and gives them the opportunity to exhibit the power and complexity of spoken word through competitive rap battles.

– Sounding like it could be straight from the soundtrack of an 80s era video game, “Endgame” is a trippy, run and gun romp through the electronic genre. Utah County based producers Ben Q. Best and Karl Jorgensen have been hard at work creating a minimalist, analog blend of tunes that they recently released on Jorgensen’s label, Hel Audio.

– The Kid Labs have been very busy creating a place for parents and their children to put aside the hustle of everyday life to come together and learn. Founder, John Hansen speaks on his organization and how it is working to create a place to hold community events that will benefit kids and families in the surrounding area while exposing them to the many forms art and expression that are found right here in the Valley.

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SLUG Messes With Texas

SLUG Messes With Texas

SLUG was represented at SXSW by our own Angela H. Brown, Alexander Ortega, Cody Kirkland and Joshua Joye. This fearless troop took a few opportunities to get away from the chaos in Austin, Texas and record a bonus episode of Soundwaves, so that they could give insight into the madness and music they witnessed. Along with bacon-wrapped hot dogs, killer beer and visits from Utah musicians, including David Johnson of Max Pain and The Groovies, the SXSW team recount their most memorable, and least favorite, parts of the weeklong music festival.

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Episode #159 – Utah Blitz, Mike Brown’s Utah Jazz Report

Episode #159 – Utah Blitz, Mike Brown’s Utah Jazz Report

The women of the Utah Blitz football team discuss the league and their season while Mike Brown vents about Dantè Exum, a new coach and the Utah Jazz’s draft.

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Episode #175 – Transgender Awareness Month

Episode #175 – Transgender Awareness Month

In honor of Transgender Awareness Month, SLUG’s John Ford speaks with Dayne Law from the Utah Pride Center, as well as Troy Williams and Owen Smith from Equality Utah.

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Episode #191 – Latin American Foods, Winter Farmer’s Market

Episode #191 – Latin American Foods, Winter Farmer’s Market

This week we take a look at local food, first with Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp as we explore Latin American food, and then Alison Einerson from the Downtown Alliance talking about the Winter Farmer’s Market.

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Episode #207 – 2015 SLC Mayoral Race

Episode #207 – 2015 SLC Mayoral Race

SLUG’s Editor, Angela H. Brown, sat down with all five candidates currently running for the office of Salt Lake City Mayor, and asked them your questions submitted to us through social media. The candidates in this episode include incumbent Mayor Ralph Becker former State Representative Jackie Biskupski, City Councilman Luke Garrott, community activist George Chapman and local businessman Dave Robinson.

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Episode 223 – Charles Moothart of Fuzz

Episode 223 – Charles Moothart of Fuzz

Today on Soundwaves, we’re speaking with Charles Moothart, a longtime friend and collaborator of Segall who has been a member of several bands including: Charlie & The Moothearts, Culture Kids, Epsilons, Fuzz, The Perverts and the Ty Segall Band. … read more

Episode #246 – INVDRS

Episode #246 – INVDRS

As a band that started nine years ago with every intention of becoming the world’s loudest band, INVDRS are currently making some noise around the country at various festivals this year—and their trajectory looks like it’s going to get even louder. … read more