Utah Concert Review

August 27, 2026August 27, 2026

Passion Pit

Passion Pit • Arden Jones • August 11, 2026 • The Complex

Reviewed and Photographed by Morgan Newbold

Tuesday night, August 11, in Salt Lake City, Passion Pit played a wonderful show at The Complex on their ‘The Pretty Penny Tour’! They were originally set to play in April, but that show was sadly postponed. Fans were eagerly waiting for their return, which absolutely paid off because the energy in the room was so joyful! The last time they played here was 2019! The crowd showed up early for the opener, Arden Jones, and hung out chatting with increasing excitement as showtime neared!

August 25, 2026August 25, 2026

Toto

Toto • Christopher Cross • The Romantics • August 21, 2026 • Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre

Reviewed and Photographed by Josilyn Wakkuri Lybbert

On August 21, 2026, fans of all ages gathered at Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre in West Valley City for a night full of songs that have been around for decades from Toto, Christopher Cross, and The Romantics! Luckily, the summer storms that could have brewed and threatened the events of the night kept their distance so all could proceed as normal!

August 22, 2026August 22, 2026

UCR INTERVIEW: Kenny Hensley of The Head and The Heart

Beloved Seattle band The Head and The Heart have embarked on tour in support of the 15-year anniversary of their RIAA Certified Platinum self-titled debut album. They are playing Sandy Amphitheater on August 22. We had the opportunity to talk with Kenny Hensley (Piano) earlier in the week. We discuss how he met the other members of the band, celebrating the first album, and much more.

Kenny was interviewed by Kevin Rolfe. Enjoy!

August 18, 2026August 24, 2026

Idina Menzel

Idina Menzel • Utah Symphony • August 5, 2026 • Deer Valley

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

On a beautiful summer evening at the Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater in Deer Valley, Broadway, Film, and Contemporary music converged in an amazing setting on a memorable night with Idina Menzel and the Utah Symphony. Surrounded by the mountains and the natural beauty of Park City, the setting provided an almost perfect backdrop for an artist whose voice has become synonymous with some of music’s most powerful and recognizable moments.

August 15, 2026August 19, 2026

Andy Grammer

Andy Grammer • Walk Off the Earth • August 3, 2026 • Red Butte Garden Amphitheatre

Reviewed and Photographed by Jenica Howden

If there’s one thing Salt Lake City knows how to do, it’s show up for Andy Grammer.

On August 3, Red Butte Amphitheatre was packed for a sold-out night of music, dancing, singalongs, and plenty of feel-good energy as Andy Grammer returned to one of his favorite Utah crowds. And judging by the number of people on their feet, Salt Lake City was more than ready for him.

August 14, 2026August 19, 2026

Wet Leg

Ogden Twilight • Wet Leg • August 5, 2026 • Ogden Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

Just two days before their amazing set at Outside Lands Music & Arts Festival, Wet Leg brought its unique brand of indie rock to the Ogden Twilight Concert Series. The British band kept the crowd engaged with infectious melodies, quirky lyrics and a performance that never took itself too seriously.

There is something refreshing about a Wet Leg concert. The band can be funny without becoming a comedy act. Nothing feels forced. Their humor, tight playing and high energy all seem natural to the performance. Judging by the totally sold out Ogden Amphitheater, this is a style a lot of people are drawn to.

August 13, 2026August 17, 2026

Death Cab For Cutie

Death Cab for Cutie • Nation of Language • July 28, 2026 • Sandy Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Alisha Gregson

Death Cab for Cutie proves the past and present can share the same stage at Sandy Amphitheater. There are some bands whose music becomes intertwined with different seasons of life. For many, Death Cab is one of those bands. Judging by the sold-out crowd at Sandy Amphitheater on Tuesday, July 28, their music still hits just as deeply today as it did decades ago. Originally scheduled for a single Utah date for their I Built You A Tower tour, the demand was so high that a second night was added quickly. I had the opportunity to attend night one.

August 12, 2026August 14, 2026

UCR Interview: Josh Lovelace of NEEDTOBREATHE

UCR Interview • Josh Lovelace of NEEDTOBREATHE • August 14, 2026

GRAMMY-nominated rock band NEEDTOBREATHE is set to play Sandy Amphitheater on August 15. The band recently released their powerful new album, The Long Surrender.

Known for fan favorites including “Brother” (feat. Gavin DeGraw), “Who Am I,” my personal favorite, “The State I’m In,” and many more, NEEDTOBREATHE continues to blend rock, Americana, Soul, and Gospel into songs that resonate through themes of hope, resilience, and redemption. Their electrifying live performances have built a passionate global following and continue to sell out venues across the country.

Utah Concert Review had the opportunity to visit with keyboard player and backing vocalist Josh Lovelace as the band was gearing up to begin the tour. Lovelace talks about the new album, the tour, his origins with the band, how people interpret NEEDTOBREATHE’s music, and more. Enjoy!

Interviewed by Kevin Rolfe

August 10, 2026August 11, 2026

Motionless in White

Motionless in White • Lorna Shore • Fit For a King • Static Dress • August 7, 2026 • America First Field

Reviewed and Photographed by Colton Kresser

I went to my first concert back in 2007, and I’ve been attending shows ever since, which is almost twenty years of experience and many, many shows under my belt. Motionless in White with support from Lorna Shore, Fit for A King, and Static Dress at the America First Field has been added to my list of “Most Memorable”. Some of those reasons are obvious while others will defy expectation.

August 8, 2026August 18, 2026

Sarah McLachlan

Sarah McLachlan • Allison Russell • July 30, 2026 • Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

There are certain artists whose music seems to age alongside us. Sarah McLachlan is one of those artists. Her songs have been part of weddings, breakups, quiet nights, road trips, and countless personal milestones. Hearing these songs performed live can feel like revisiting pieces of your own life. I have very specific memories of being both introduced to her music and moments where her music was a soundtrack of sorts to certain moments in life.