Category: Concert Reviews

Mariachi Los Camperos Christmas• Concert December 8, 2022• Noorda Center

Reviewed by Kevin Rolfe

Photographed by Emily Muñoz

When I was invited to review Mariachi Los Camperos I was really excited. Growing up in Southern California, I’ve seen Mariachi bands like many of you might have, at parties, restaurants, and a variety of other appearances. But to see an entire concert of this beautiful style of music was something that I have waited much too long to see. When I heard that this was going to be a Christmas concert I was intrigued. When I think of Christmas music, I’m not sure if Mariachi is the first genre of music that comes to mind. But it was clear very quickly that this night would educate me on just how amazing Christmas music is when performed by a Mariachi band.

Eileen Ivers• December 3, 2022• The Noorda

Reviewed by Kevin Rolfe

Photographed by Emily Muñoz courtesy of Utah Valley University

Don’t you hate it when you see someone so talented, so incredibly gifted, and think, “How is this the first I’m learning of this person?”  That’s how I felt when I saw American Fiddler, Eileen Ivers.  Turns out I’m familiar with a lot of her work.  But I’m kicking myself that I wasn’t familiar with her name. However, after seeing Ms. Ivers at the Noorda Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of Utah Valley University, I’ll never forget it.  Here’s just a snippet from the bio on Eileen’s website.  Her accolades are extensive and impressive…

Postmodern Jukebox November 10, 2022 Noorda Center

Reviewed by Kevin Rolfe

It has been recommended to me that I see Postmodern Jukebox for years.  People who know me know that I love great voices.  They also know that I’m a sucker for a good cover song.  So my friends have told me time and time again that PMJ as they’re often called, would be a perfect fit for me.  They were not wrong.  From start to finish Postmodern Jukebox had my full attention.  

Jake Scott w/ Rosie & Brynn Cartelli• November 14, 2022• The Union

Reviewed and Photographed by Josilyn Wakkuri Lybbert

Jake Scott brought his Lavender Tour to The Union Event Center in Salt Lake City on Friday, November 14th. Openers Brynn Cartelli and Rosie joined Jake on the tour as well! 

Lucius w/ Abraham Alexander• November 12, 2022• The Commonwealth Room

Reviewed and Photographed by Alisha Gregson

On Saturday, November 12th, the band Lucius brought their Feels Like Second Nature tour to Salt Lake City. They put on an unforgettable concert for a sold-out audience at the Commonwealth Room. This was only my second time attending a concert at the Commonwealth Room. But it has quickly become one of my favorite venues in the area. I enjoy its intimate atmosphere and have been impressed with many of the artists I have seen on their concert schedule.