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Gary Allan

Gary Allan • June 12, 2026 • Sandy Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

Photo Credit: Kevin Rolfe

Country music fans were treated to a memorable summer evening when Gary Allan brought his signature blend of heartfelt storytelling and rugged country sound to Sandy Amphitheater. Set against the backdrop of Utah’s beautiful mountain scenery, the concert delivered everything fans have come to expect from one of country music’s most respected performers. From emotional ballads to energetic crowd favorites, Allan’s performance showcased the authenticity and consistency that have defined his career for more than two decades.

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Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band • June 14, 2026 • Sandy Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

Photo Credit: Kevin Rolfe

For nearly six decades, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band has occupied a unique place in American music, blending country, folk, and rock into a sound that has influenced generations of artists. Their appearance at Sandy Amphitheater as part of their “All The Good Times” Farewell Tour, “60 Years of Dirt,” was more than just another concert stop. It felt like a celebration of a remarkable career. And this was indeed their final tour stop in Utah, a chance for fans to say thank you to a band whose music has become part of countless lives.

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UCR Interview: The Crane Wives

UCR Interview • Emilee Petersmark & Kate Pillsbury of The Crane Wives

After an expansive run of 2025 tour dates, indie rock band The Crane Wives (1.3m Spotify monthly listeners, 763.5k TikTok likes) are showing no signs of slowing down. The Crane Wives will bring their dynamic live show back to stages nationwide, delighting audiences in cities including Los Angeles, Portland, Houston, Seattle, San Francisco, San Diego, and beyond. They will be here in Salt Lake City on Friday, June 26th, at The Complex.

We had the opportunity to catch up with Emilee Petersmark and Kate Pillsbury of The Crane Wives on a tour stop in Portland, leading up to their second visit to Salt Lake City. They were so fun to talk to, and there is no doubt that their show is going to be amazing. Enjoy!

Interviewed by Kevin Rolfe

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The Dead South

The Dead South • June 19, 2026 • Sandy Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Ava Dalton

Photo Credit: Ava Dalton

On June 19th, a Friday night, through the yellow summer sunset glow, the Sandy Amphitheater was packed with people of all ages. The Dead South completely sold out the Sandy Amphitheater on the Salt Lake City stop of their self-titled tour. The bluegrass band began their Summer 2026 America tour on June 11 in Oregon, making Salt Lake City the sixth stop of their tour. From Utah, they head to seven more U.S. shows before heading to Europe.

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Pitbull

Pitbull • Lil Jon • June 3, 2025 • Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

Photo Credit: Kevin Rolfe

There are concerts, and then there are parties. When Pitbull rolled into Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre, he delivered what can only be defined as a massive party in spectacular fashion. Known as “Mr. Worldwide,” Pitbull transformed the venue into a high-energy celebration filled with hit songs, nonstop dancing, and an atmosphere that felt more like a massive nightclub than an outdoor concert. This was my first time seeing Pitbull. I had heard good things about his shows. But I was in no way prepared for the energy level of the fans, and all that was happening on stage

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Metric, Broken Social Scene, and Stars

Metric • Broken Social Scene • Stars • June 13, 2026 • Sandy Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Amelia Weyerstall

Photo Credit: Amelia Weyerstall

The warm summer night had Metric fans of young and older generations having the best time of their lives. Fans of Metric, Broken Social Scene, and Stars were dressed in full handmade outfits of their merch, had bright colored hair in pinks and greens, and had an electric energy that was contagious. The night was filled with fun, friendship and all the feels on the “All the Feelings Tour”

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Back to the Future

Back to the Future the Musical • June 9, 2026 • Eccles Theater

Reviewed by Kevin Rolfe

Photo Credit: Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade

Back to the Future: The Musical Brings Time-Traveling Spectacle to Eccles Theater

There are few films as beloved and instantly recognizable as Back to the Future, so transforming the iconic movie into a stage musical comes with enormous expectations. Audiences at Eccles Theater in Salt Lake City arrived with memories of DeLoreans, flux capacitors, and Marty McFly’s adventures firmly in mind. What they experienced was a production that embraced the spirit of the original film while delivering a theatrical spectacle that stood on its own.

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The Black Keys

Ogden Twilight • The Black Keys • June 9, 2026 • Ogden Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Marlo Matamoros

Photo Credit: Marlo Matamoros

The Ogden Twilight Concert Series made its return to the Ogden Amphitheater on June 9. Just like last year, it features a stacked lineup, including series opener, The Black Keys. I would consider the Ogden Twilight series to be one of Utah’s strongest summer music series. The series brings nationally and internationally well-known artists to downtown Ogden with affordable pricing. The value that you get when attending any of the shows is something that is recognized in the community and by music fans around the state.

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