SLUG Mag Soundwaves

In this special spook-tacular episode of SLUG Soundwaves, we wind the clocks back to 2011 as Bryer Wharton discusses the local heavy metal scene. … read more The post Halloween Throwback: Heavy Metal Roundtable first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

Lead vocalist Adam Borgione, bassist Alex Millet, keyboardist Joe Pedersen, guitarist Sam Morrison and drummer Bridger Croxford make up the band The Lingo. … read more The post Episode #487 — The Lingo first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

Sitting quaint in local Orchard Studios, the folky Americana artist Daniel Young is always stretching the definition of "country music." … read more The post Episode #486 — Daniel Young first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

Enriched with grunge-pop aesthetics and dabbling in shoegaze, SLC-based band the Gontiks has been continuing to expand their experimental sound. The team made up of Caine Wenner, Emmett Crofoot, Gibson Bracken and Nathan Marabello (who was away during this interview) detail their upbringing, from starting a friendship to slowly “putting poetry to music.” The post Episode #485 — The Gon...

Chris Proctor is the singer and bass player of the punk-surf rock band, The Modifiers. In a band that's 25 years old, Proctor has seen some shifting tides. … read more The post Episode #484 — The Modifiers first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

David Payne is a musician, game designer, artist and the creator of the Gallery of Fine Hyper-Art (GOFHA). Learn how he creates his unique multimedia pieces and hear "Sigh Gaires" by Red Bennies. … read more The post Episode #483 — David Payne first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

The Madeline has an atmospheric, ominous sound with a strong musical foundation in alternative rock. Find out why the group describes their music as "cathedral gaze" and hear the song "The Definition" off their latest album. … read more The post Episode #482 — The Madeline first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

Halee is a multi-instrumentalist who plays the cello, flute, mandolin, drums, piano and saw, along with some instruments of her own. She is also a member of many local bands including Hoofless, RIFF TKR and GRGL. On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, Halee discusses surprises in the music writing process, recent collaborations and solo work. The post Episode #481 — Halee first appeared on SLUG Magaz...

The soft grunge group and self-described “girlband” 4.PLAY has achieved a lot in just one year. From releasing a couple of singles to a full-length LP, the group continues to shine bright. On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, 4.PLAY discusses their influences, learning to play and their newly released LP Hard To Love.  The post Episode #480 — 4.PLAY first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

Gag City is one of SLC’s premiere femme grunge outfits and though they are fairly new on the scene, they have an undeniable momentum. … read more The post Episode #479 — Gag City first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

Patrick Buie is SLC’s newest indie rock darling. After working as a gig musician for a decade, he finally decided to start a solo project. On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, Buie discusses studying jazz, gigging and his newest self-titled album. The post Episode #478 — Patrick Buie first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

Salt Lake City band Lapdog is no slouch, taking on a blend of psych, bossa nova, singer-songwriter and jangly indie rock. On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, Fisher Huish chats about the band’s unique sound and improvisational approach and debuts a brand-new song.   The post Episode #477 — Lapdog first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

Rachael Jenkins is one of SLC’s most talented vocalists. From her introspective and tender lyricism to her thoughtful instrumentation, her music is truly one of a kind. On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, Jenkins talks about her musical journey and newest project The End. The End by Rachael Jenkins   The post Episode #476 — Rachael Jenkins first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

Melancholy Club is one of Utah’s premier emo outfits, made up of Tanner Padbury (lead vocals, guitar), Rex Blair (lead guitar, backing vocals), Zane Dees (drums) and Noah Shelton (bass, backing vocals). On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, we talk about the group’s new projects, signature sound and upcoming performance at Kilby Block Party in The post Episode #475 — Melancholy Club first appeared o...

On this episode, Cera Gibson discusses her recently released EP pinksoak, the evolution of her sound and her collaborative work. … read more The post Episode #474 — Cera Gibson first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

Gracemaker is an SLC post-noise outfit made up of Nicholas Bat (vocals), Darren Watts (bass, vocals), Matt Wiley (guitar) and Chris Garrido (drums). … read more The post Episode #473 — Gracemaker first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, the band discusses their sound, origin and upcoming projects.  … read more The post Episode #472 — The/Theys first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

Gilded Lillies are an SLC indie-rock project led by Macy Weekes (guitar, vocals) and supported by Noah Vaughn (drums) and Tyler Smith (bassist). … read more The post Episode #471 — Gilded Lillies first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

On this episode, the band discusses their new album Dogwood, how to describe their sound and a ton more. … read more The post Episode #470 — Boyfriend Sushi Town first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, the group chats about the bands that got them into playing music, the origin of the group itself and their songwriting process.  … read more The post Episode #469 — Cardinal Bloom first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, Muskies talk about curating vibes, busking in alleyways — even whole touring — and the creation of their debut album, Muskies.  … read more The post Episode #468 — Muskies first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, Laterza and Orellana talk about the band’s origins, their unpinnable sound and their experience playing Kilby Block Party in 2023. … read more The post Episode #467 – Musor first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

In this SLUG Soundwaves episode, the group talks about their sound, performance history and exciting new songs coming out soon. … read more The post Episode #466 – lucy first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, Itamura discusses her inspirations, new sonic directions and solo producing. … read more The post Episode #465 – Cali Flora. first appeared on SLUG Magazine .

Bone Throwers toss garage rock, deviant psychedelia and gristly surf into the genre-blender with one of a kind result that SLUG, and you, can’t get enough of. … read more The post Episode #464 – Bone Throwers first appeared on SLUG Magazine .