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Jesse McCartney performing at The Us homecoming concert.

Jesse McCartney Brings Nostalgia to Homecoming Week

By Oakley Burt, Arts Editor September 26, 2019

On Wednesday night, University of Utah students were treated to a vibrant, energetic concert featuring Jesse McCartney and Dallas Wayde, as part of the U’s homecoming week.  Wayde, a local pop artist,...

Modest Mouse at Red Butte Garden Amphitheater (Photo by Kate Button I The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Modest Mouse Shines with Relaxed Rock at Red Butte

By Kate Button, Arts Writer, Copy Editor September 21, 2019

On Sept. 20, Modest Mouse delivered a setlist ranging from ‘90s grunge to modern alternative rock at the Red Butte Garden Amphitheater. This venue, which can accomodate around 3,000 visitors, was sold...

Artist of the Week: Ben Tufte

Artist of the Week: Ben Tufte

By Oakley Burt, Arts Editor September 12, 2019

Pianist, bassist, composer and eventual conductor — these are just a few words to describe Ben Tufte. Tufte, a junior in the School of Music at the University of Utah, has been studying music since...

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Greg Laswell Brings Haunted Covers to SLC

By Kate Button, Arts Writer, Copy Editor September 12, 2019

  Greg Laswell — an indie alternative rock artist from Long Beach, California — is set to release his second album of covers, aptly entitled “Covers II.” The release is set for Sept. 13...

Music duo Matt and Kim. Photo by Colin Devon Moore. (Courtesy Right On PR)

Matt and Kim Bring Infectious Energy to Ogden Twilight

By Kate Button, Arts Writer, Copy Editor August 3, 2019

  On Aug. 2, indie duo Matt and Kim took to the Ogden Twilight Concert Series stage and filled the night with their high energy dance music. The duo, comprised of Matt Johnson and Kim Schifino,...

Roselit Bone. Courtesy Charlotte McCaslin

Roselit Bone Will Bring Desert Punk to SLC

By Kate Button, Arts Writer, Copy Editor July 28, 2019

  Roselit Bone — a genre-bending band from the Pacific Northwest — released their third album, “Crisis Actor,” on July 19, 2019. In conjunction with this release, the band is embarking...

Courtesy Right On PR. Photo by Caleb Kuhl.

Indie Duo Matt and Kim Prepare for the Ogden Twilight Concert Series

By Kate Button, Arts Writer, Copy Editor July 21, 2019

  The Brooklyn-based electronic dance-punk duo Matt and Kim released their latest album “Almost Everyday” in May 2018. This album marks the duo’s sixth studio album. The two — Matt Johnson...

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Brutally Honest Rock Band Badflower is Coming to SLC

By Palak Jayswal, Arts Editor July 12, 2019

  California-based hard-rock band Badflower released their debut album “OK, I’M SICK” just five months ago. Now, with the same electrifying honesty that defines their music, the four-member...

The 1975. Courtesy Flickr.

The 1975’s Concert Captivates Crowds of Devoted Fans

By Hannah Keating, Arts Editor May 12, 2019

On tour for their latest album “A Brief Inquiry into Online Relationships,” The 1975 played at the UCCU Center at Utah Valley University on April 29. For most of their set, the power filling the arena...

Kilby Courts 20th Anniversary: A Celebration of Local Music

Kilby Court’s 20th Anniversary: A Celebration of Local Music

By Hannah Keating, Arts Editor May 5, 2019

  Salt Lake’s oldest all-ages venue is turning 20 in just a few days. Kilby Court, whose intimate garage feel attracts artists of all musical genres, presents its own anniversary celebration...