SLUG Mag Soundwaves

On today’s episode, SLUG’s Editorial Assistant Esther Meroño sits down with Sugar House Review editor Jerry Vanieperen to talk about the next volume hitting local book stores this month; Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp drops by and takes on the massive task of talking local sushi; and SLUG’s Film Critic, Jimmy Martin, pays a visit to the show to chat about the summer movies of 2012 with JP. Plus...

First up on our 40th episode, SLUG’s Contributing Editor, Ricky Vigil, chats with Chuck Ragan over the phone about The Revival Tour; we listen to a new track from the debut album of SLC/Provo pop-punk band Baby Ghosts; SLUG writer Johnny Logan chats with the playwright and director from the latest Plan-B Theatre production, The Scarlet Letter; our host JP talks one-on-one with S.L.F.M. while in...

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 Primar...

On this week's episode, JP sits down with the SLUG team, who trekked down to Austin for all the excitement that is SXSW 2012! SXSW (South By Southwest) is a yearly film and music festival held every March in Austin, Texas. The music portion of the festival runs over six days featuring hundreds of national and international musicians and bands, in dozens of showcases held at venues and tempora...

On this week's episode, SLUG writer Megan Kennedy sits down with Wasatch Roller Derby co-founder Honey Delunatic about the derby league, and our fearless host JP interviews Charu Das about the Sri Sri Radha Krishna temple in Spanish Fork and the upcoming Festival Of Colors, as well as Ischa and Raffi from SLC rock band Uncle Scam. We also preview some music from Uncle Scam's new album, along with...

On this week’s episode, our fearless host JP sits down with Brinton Jones of The Devil Whale to talk about their last US tour and being invited back to SXSW for 2012. We also play a track off their last album, SLUG writer Ischa B. sits down with Soundcheck Series founder Russ Dixon to talk about the program, and we listen to a brand new track from SLC gut rock band Dwellers before they go to SXS...

On this week's episode, SLUG writer Johnny Logan chats with director Jerry Rapier and playwright Debora Threedy from Plan-B Theatre's new production The Third Crossing, Jeffery Steadman from Yelp drops by to talk about Dim Sum, SLUG office coordinator and Soundwaves producer Gavin Sheehan talks with Logitech about their Ultimate Ears custom earbuds, and our host JP sits down with Ash San...

This week, JP sits down with Terrance DH from the band Danger Hailstorm to talk about the band and recent recordings, followed by their brand new single. JP switches gears and talks with Wasatch Community Gardens’ Network Coordinator Susan Finlayson about the program and their gardens, and SLUG Senior Staff Writer James Bennett chats with R&B legend Andre Williams about his new album and upc...

In this week’s episode, SLUG writer Chris Proctor interviews Drew Danburry about his brand new project Damien Fairchild – which we hear a track of from the new album, SLUG writer Ischa B. sits down with Joshua James and McKay Stevens to discuss their label Northplatte Records, and JP does a tour recap with Tcoy and Shane from Max Pain & The Groovies! Give us a ring about something from the...

This week, SLUG senior staff writer Gavin Hoffman sits down with Ben Dodds from Form Of Rocket about their two upcoming shows and we feature a track off the band’s first album, SLUG writer Henry Glasheen talks to one of the founders of SaltCON about the convention, we play a track from Palace of Buddies who are set to play SLUG’s 23rd Anniversary Show, and SLUG columnist Princess Kennedy talks...

This week, JP sits down with SLUG writers Johnny Logan and Cody Kirkland about their coverage of Slamdance 2012 and their favorite films from the fest, we go back into the archives with SLUG writer Sean Zimmerman-Wall talking to The Rider’s Project co-founder Brian Burge, and Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp pops by in time for Valentine’s Day to discuss the best places to find chocolate. Plus, musi...

Sundance hit Park City less than two weeks ago, and while the event may have wrapped up this past Sunday, reviews are still pouring in about the entire slate of films. Three of SLUG's writers: Jeanette Moses, Esther Meroño and Jimmy Martin, who have been at the festival since day one, took time away from the films and their reviews to talk about their favorites with JP. Give us a ring about...

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...

This week, SLUG columnist Mariah Mellus chats with Stephen Brown of SB Dance and Brittany Reese of the Sugar Space about the upcoming Sugar Show, SLUG writer Ben Trentelman talks with curator Shari Firlot about the New Frontier art exhibition taking place during Sundance, and SLUG writer Scott Farley interviews the NOVA Chamber Series’ artistic director Jason Hardink. Plus, music from Provo folk...

In this week’s episode, JP sits down with SLUG columnist Princess Kennedy about her concealed firearms permit experience, Jeffery Steadman from Yelp is here to talk about the best places to find Mac & Cheese, SLUG writer Johnny Logan interviews Tony Weller about the new Weller Book Works moving into Trolley Square, and SLUG writer and Office Intern Kia McGinnis chats with Anna West as she di...

On this week’s episode, SLUG writer Sean Zimmerman-Wall talks with We Are One Skatepark co-owners Mat Farnworth and Zach Nelson. Our host JP chats with local belly dancer Stephanie Buranek about her experience opening for Beats Antique last month and SLUG writer Lauren Paul talks with William Marquis, the marketing coordinator of Tilly’s surf and skate shop, who just opened a new location in F...

This week’s episode focuses on SLUG Magazine’s Top 5 issue, as we bring in a panel of writers to discuss their lists and listen to some of their favorite tracks. Join JP along with SLUG writers James Bennett, Courtney Blair, Cody Hudson and Mame Wallace for this roundtable discussion about what they feel was the best from 2011. Give us a ring about something from the show, drunk dial us, ask f...

If you're a fan of metal in any genre, today's episode is sure to "blow your bush back" as JP gathers six of SLUG Magazine's metal writers from our weekly online exclusive feature Napalm Flesh to discuss their favorite bands and songs from 2011. This roundtable discussion includes Metal Coordinator Bryer Wharton, writer/photographer Megan Kennedy, writer Henry Glasheen, writ...

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, Jeffer...

This weeks episode begins with Utah’s newest music ensemble, the Salty Cricket Composers Collective. Soundwaves Host JP interviews musician and composer Crystal Young-Otterstrom about the collective, followed by a sampling of her music. Next, SLUG writer Ben Trentelman sits down with the Executive Director of Local First Utah, Michelle Thompson, about the organization and how you can shop local...

On this week’s episode, SLUG writer Megan Kennedy interviews Carrie Vondrus of Endless Indulgence about the shop and their upcoming charity event, we delve back into the archives as SLUG writer James Bennett talks to Anthony Bourdain, and SLUG writer Mariah Mellus sits down with the creative trio behind the Beehive Bazaar. We also have new music from local art-faux DJ Jimmy Hack Up and atmospher...

On November 12, 2011, Salt Lake City Police shut down the Occupy SLC camp at Pioneer Park in response to the death of an Occupy camper. The night resulted in eighteen arrests and the decimation of the camp, which sent many up north to Occupy Ogden, and others questioning the new direction of the movement. In this bonus episode, JP interviews Occupy SLC organizer Tara Bueche about the teardown, the...

Happy Thanksgiving! This week's episode features SLUG writer Chris Proctor sitting down with snowboarder Travis Rice, we go back into the archives with SLUG alumni Aaron Anderson talking to Kalle Lasn about Buy Nothing Day, and JP chats with Anthony Woo from the U of U Bike Collective about winterizing bikes. We also listen to new music from the experimental rockers Max Pain & The Groovie...

You wanted more Jimmy Martin, and now you’ve got him! A complete bonus episode from this week’s recordings, just JP and Jimmy talking about the films from last week and this Friday, as well as the rest of 2011 and a few thoughts on possible Oscar nominations. Tell us what you think of the episode by calling our automated voicemail line at 858-233-9324. … read more The post Bonu...

This week's episode features SLUG writer Megan Kennedy interviewing artist Shalee Cooper about the “Heel To Toe” Project, Jeffery Steadman from YELP drops in to chat about Pho, we dive into the archives with Contributing Editor Ricky Vigil as he chats with Touche Amore, and JP sits down with designer Thy Doan to talk about Salt Lake Design Week. Plus we check out new music from the electr...