SLUG Mag Soundwaves

On this week's episode, Squatters resident brewmaster Jason Stock drops by the Soundwaves studio to chat with our host Dan Nailen about their current brews and what's happening at the downtown pub; the two stars of Plan-B Theatre's "Adam & Steve and The Empty Sea" chat with SLUG writer John Ford about the play; and SLUG writer LeAundra Jeffs sits down with the founder of...

On this week's episode we take a last look at the film festival season, first with a review of Slamdance from SLUG writers John Ford and Jory Carroll; Then we'll recap Sundance with SLUG writer Cody Kirkland, SLUG's Managing Editor Esther Meroño and SLUG's film critic Jimmy Martin. We also get a visit from Yelp's Jeffrey Steadman who will talk with us about the best India...

On this week's episode, our fearless host, Dan Nailen, sits down with singer/songwriter David Williams; Mike Riedel drops in to talk the latest beer news in Utah; and SLUG Senior Staff Writer Mariah Mellus chats with Ashley Anderson of loveDANCEmore about Arrivals/Departures happening at the Rio Gallery. Plus, an exclusive track from Williams and the latest from Provo electronic indie band Po...

On this week's episode, SLUG writer Ischa B. sits down in the Soundwaves studio with Dr. Melissa Jones aka The Mormon Sexologist; SLUG contributor Chris Brunstetter chats with pro-snowboarder Jon Kooley; and SLUG columnist Mike Brown sits down with our host Dan Nailen to talk about his love for the Utah Jazz and their current season. Film festival season is in full swing and we’d like to he...

On this week's episode we preview the upcoming film festival season in Utah. First up, SLUG writer Jory Carroll chats on the phone with Slamdance head Peter Baxter; SLUG writer Alex Springer sits down in the Soundwaves studio with Brandon Smith form the LDS Film Festival; and SLUG's Managing Editor Esther Meroño talks on the phone with the new co-directors of the Sundance Film Festival,...

On this week's episode, SLUG Senior Staff Writer Mariah Mellus talks with metalworks artist Scotty Soltronic; Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp drops by to talk about healthy foods with Dan Nailen for those of you looking to keep your New Year's resolutions; and SLUG writer Justin Gallegos sits down in the Soundwaves Studio with Party Sober Clothing founder Dominic Suazo about their designs and...

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 yea...

This week's episode delves into local art, beginning as SLUG writer John Ford chats with Danica Farley from UMOCA; SLUG writer Anna Gedal sits down with Dunce School For The Arts co-founder Alexandra Karl; and SLUG writer Rebecca Frost talks with Michael Christensen and Cat Palmer about the Utah Arts Alliance event Connect. Plus, brand new music from SLC punk band Filth Lords and Provo indie-...

On this week's episode we explore several all-ages venues in Northern Utah. SLUG writer Cody Hudson sits down in the Soundwaves studio with Jesse Cassar, owner of The Shred Shed; SLUG writer LeAundra Jeffs talks with Randall Farrell from Richards St. Art Collective; and SLUG writer Steve Richardson chats with Darcy Roy and Debbie Philips of Muse Music Café in Provo. Plus, music from The Moth...

On this week's episode its all in-studio! First up, Hoopers head brewer Donovan Steele drops by to talk about their winter brew, Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp also pops into the studio to discuss Jewish foods around the valley, and SLUG's own movie critic Jimmy Martin chats with Dan about winter films and early Oscar contenders headed into 2013. Plus, brand new music from jazz ensemble the...

On this week's episode we talk old and new school punk, starting with an interview with longtime SLC punk musician Aldine Strychnine about his career, followed up with an interview he did with The Boards at a recent reunion show. Then, Dan chats with the Salt Lake Spitfires about the tragic death of their lead singer and moving on as a new version of the band. We also feature music from both...

On this week's episode, SLUG's Managing Editor Esther Meroño talks with anthropologist Martha Hayden about the recently discovered Martharaptor; SLUG writer Ischa B. chats fashion with Tina of Bad Wolf Style; and SLUG writer Ben Trentelman discusses the charity work being done by 1FaceWatch. Plus, brand new music from SLC hardcore band Accidente and Provo indie-folk group Robert & T...

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 Naile...

On this week's episode, SLUG writer Ischa B chats with Charity April about her results with the Bikini Body Project; Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp drops in to talk about the best places to find Thanksgiving foods; and SLUG's Managing Editor Esther Meroño talks on the phone with stand-up comedian Jenna Kim Jones. Plus, music from two of our November Localized bands, Despite Despair and Top...

This week we welcome our new host, Dan Nailen, in the most fitting way we could think: An all-metal roundtable! Six of SLUG's finest metal writers join us for a discussion of haunting, spooky and horrifying metal music just in time for Halloween, which becomes really informative and even heated! This week's panel includes SLUG writers Dylan Chadwick and Megan Kennedy, Senior SLUG writers...

This week we bid our dear friend and host JP a fond farewell on his last episode of the podcast and welcome in our new host, Dan Nailen. We also have SLUG writer Mariah Mellus chatting with dancer and choreographer Monica Campbell; Dan sits down with local beer blogger Mike Riedel to talk the latest beer news; and SLUG's Contributing Editor Ricky Vigil chats with rapper P.O.S. on the phone ab...

This week, SLUG writer Brighton Metz sits down with Casey Wardell of Punctured Piercing about their vegan tattoos and business; SLUG writer Alex Springer talks with Veronica Lynn Harper of Sketch Cabaret in the Soundwaves studio; and SLUG writer Henry Glasheen visits with the creators of The Power Pot about their invention. Plus, brand new music this week from SLC metal band Odium Totus. What meta...

On this week's episode, Gentry Densley and Chubba from legendary SLC band Iceburn drop by the studio to chat with JP before the Revelation Records 25th anniversary show; Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp also pops in to talk all things pizza in SLC; and SLUG writer Jory Carroll sits down with Ryan Stanfield and Darren Corey of Theta Naught to talk about the band's 10th anniversary. Plus, we pre...

On this week's episode, SLUG's Contributing Editor Ricky Vigil chats with local zine creator and artist Jess Smart Smiley about his new book; SLUG writer Johnny Logan sits down with Jared Greenhouse from The Hive Theatre to talk about their new production, Who Are You?; SLUG writer Ben Trentelman discusses Autism and insurance issues with Derrick & Amanda Gainsforth behind the film &...

On this week's episode, SLUG writer Steve Richardson sits down with three of the men behind the BYUtv show Audio-Files; our fearless host JP sits down with Jon Lee from the Utah Brewers Cooperative to talk about fall beers from Wasatch and Squatters; and then Hillary and Carla from the SLC Pickle Factory drop by to talk about the new changes coming to the downtown venue. Plus, new music from...

On this week's episode, SLUG writer Ischa B. sits down with three members of the Salt City Sirens burlesque troupe; Jeffrey Steadman from Yelp drops by to talk food trucks and carts with JP; and John Kammerer from 5 State Killing Spree chats in studio with JP about the band and his other musical projects. Plus, brand new music from SLC punk band Problem Daughter and groove grunge rockers Dais...

On this week's episode, SLUG writer Kia McGinnis chats with Slug from the hip-hop group Atmosphere; SLUG writer Ischa B. sits down with Sam Hanson from loveDANCEmore to talk Mudson; and SLUG photographer John Barkiple interviews fellow SLUG photographer and SLC Photo Collective founder Dave Brewer about their one-year anniversary and their Twilight Concert Series exhibition. Plus, brand new m...

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 foo...

This week, SLUG writer James Orme chats on the phone with punkabilly singer Hank3 while he tours the country; SLUG writer Johnny Logan sits down with Tony Weller of Weller Book Works to talk about their book collector salons; then Logan heads over to Epic Brewing to chat with co-founder Dave Cole about the recent DABC rate increases. Plus, brand new music from SLC doom rockers Eagle Twin and the d...

On this week’s episode, JP sits down with Art Raymond and Bianca Shreeve from the SLC Mayor’s office to talk about the new City Kickstarter project; Jeffrey Steadman from YELP drops by to talk about the best tapas restaurants; and SLUG writer Megan Kennedy interviews Sara Hansen from C.A.W.S. about the work they do for homeless pets in Utah. Plus, brand new music from Michael Gross & The S...