In this specially spook-tacular episode of SLUG Soundwaves, we’re breaking open the archive vault to see what goodies have been left inside. This time, we wined the clocks back to 2011 as our Metal Coordinator Bryer Wharton has a roundtable discussion about the best bands and tracks coming out of the local heavy metal scene. 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.” Whether riding solo or with his band The Rambling Roses, Young stays true to the country roots while perfecting his craft. So, it was only natural for SLUG to sit down with the musician to 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 Gontiks first appeared on SLUG Magazine.

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. Their lyrics focus on loneliness, memories and dreamlike states. On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, find out why the group describes their music as “cathedral gaze” and hear the song “The Definition” off their latest album Peaceful Uncertainty / With The post Episode #482 — The Madeline first appeared on SLUG Magazine.

Halee is a multi-instrumentalist with the ability to play the cello, flute, mandolin, drums, piano, saw and creates some instruments of her own. Member of Hoofless, RIFF TKR and GRGL. On this episode of SLUG Soundwaves, Halee discusses surprises in the music writing process, collaborations and solo work. The post Episode #481 — Halee first appeared on SLUG Magazine.

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 on SLUG Magazine.

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.