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"Fruitcake" EP cover (Courtesy of Island)

Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Fruitcake’: A Pleasant and Poppy Start to the Season

By Ethan Blume, Arts Writer December 11, 2023

  Sabrina Carpenter is a name most people will recognize — either as the Disney Channel star, or as the singer. Being only 24, it is impressive that she already has years of stardom. Not only...

The Utah-based gospel-folk music group "The Lower Lights" performs their annual Christmas show in Kingsbury Hall in Salt Lake City on Friday, Dec. 8th, 2023. (Photo by Luke Larsen | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Photo Series: The Lower Lights Christmas Concert

By Luke Larsen, Photographer December 10, 2023

  The Lower Lights is a revival Christian folk band with a proclivity towards traditional hymns and a general nature of professionalism. My first introduction to their music was three minutes before...

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The Dreamy Soundscape of Unflirt’s ‘April’s Nectar’

By Grier Abercrombie, Arts Writer December 4, 2023

  Following the releases of singles “Someday” and “Had Enough” in the last quarter of 2023, bedroom pop singer-songwriter Unflirt released her second EP, “April’s Nectar,” on Nov....

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December Arts Desk Recommendations

  Happy December y'all, you made it. It's finally getting cold outside so break out those sweaters, ignore your finals for a few hours and curl up with these December recommendations. Films "For...

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What Does Fall Sound Like?

By Graham Jones, Assistant Arts Editor November 27, 2023

  Come this time of year, thousands celebrate the transition from summer to winter by dressing in oversized sweaters, baking apple-based treats and listening to what can be distinctly described...

George Balanchine's "Serenade," which the University of Utah School of Dance will present in spring 2024. (Courtesy of Luke Isley)

The School of Dance Presents Balanchine’s ‘Serenade’

By Haley Freeman, Arts Writer November 9, 2023

  In spring 2024, the University of Utah School of Dance will present George Balanchine’s "Serenade." 'Serenade' Created at the School of American Ballet in 1934, "Serenade" was the first...

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‘Blanket’ Review: Kevin Abstract Gets Experimental

By Audrey Hall, Arts Writer November 8, 2023

  Kevin Abstract — well-known as one of the founding members of hip hop boy band Brockhampton — has made a complete pivot in his music career as of Nov. 3, when he released an indie rock album...

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November Arts Desk Recommendations

  We at the Arts Desk love good media. This is the start of a more casual monthly piece to recommend the art that has been connecting with us. We hope you enjoy them as much as we have! Films “Harry...

"1989 (Taylor's Version)" album cover (Courtesy of Republic)

‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’ is One of the Best Albums of the Year

By Ethan Blume, Arts Writer October 31, 2023

  Taylor Swift is someone everyone knows, but does not necessarily have an opinion of. When her stuff came on the radio I would listen, but never actively put her music on. However, Swift has had...

"ONE MORE TIME" Album Cover (Courtesy of Columbia)

Blink-182 ‘ONE MORE TIME’ Shows Nothing Can Hold Them Back

By Ethan Blume, Arts Writer October 24, 2023

  When most people hear "Blink-182" they either think of “All The Small Things,” “What’s My Age Again?” or  “I Miss You.” All of those songs came out before 2005. Not many people...