Relive the Utah Concert Experience!
Luke Bryan•Tyler Braden•Jon Langston•August 31, 2023•USANA Amphitheatre
Reviewed and Photographed by Nate Bonney
On August 31st Salt Lake City finally got to see Luke Bryan in concert at USANA Amphitheatre. The show had been postponed from earlier in the month due to some health issues Bryan has been dealing with. This time he brought along upcoming musicians Jon Langston and Tyler Braden as his openers.
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Reviewed and Photographed by Tomo Crestani
On a crisp evening in Salt Lake City, the anticipation outside The Depot built as fans of all ages gathered to witness a musical journey led by the incredibly talented Bruno Major. The intimate venue was the perfect setting for an evening of soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics. With Lindsey Lomis as the opening act, the stage was set for an unforgettable night of music and emotions.
Continue reading “Bruno Major”Weezer•Spoon•White Reaper•August 27, 2023•The Great Saltair
Reviewed and Photographed by Alisha Gregson
On Sunday, August 27th, Los Angeles-based rock band Weezer brought their Indie Rock Road Trip tour to Saltair. With supporting bands, Spoon, and White Reaper, they put on an incredible show for all their fans gathered near the shores of the Great Salt Lake. When Weezer first announced they would be going on tour, I was desperately hoping they would make a stop here in Utah. I felt pretty confident they wouldn’t skip over Weezer-loving Utah after a local fan got their attention with a billboard in 2022.
Continue reading “Weezer”Jelly Roll•Chase Rice• September 1, 2023•USANA Amphitheatre
Reviewed and Photographed by Logan Fang
On September 1st, renowned country artist Jelly Roll performed for a sold-out crowd at the USANA amphitheater. After topping the Billboard’s Emerging Artist chart for a record-breaking 25 weeks, Jelly stopped by Utah as part of his 44 state Backroad Baptist tour. As I arrived at the USANA amphitheater, I was greeted by an already staggering line that snaked its way into the parking lot. Rowdy concertgoers whooped as they walked through security, prompting other people in line to do the same.
Continue reading “Jelly Roll”Pantera•Lamb of God•Spirit in the Room•August 29, 2023•USANA Amphitheatre
Reviewed and Photographed by Nate Bonney
Alright! It’s about time for this concert! It has been 22 years since Pantera has toured. A lot has happened since then. Break up, sidebands, recovery, the untimely death of guitarist and brother/co-founder Dimebag Darrell, and the death of his brother, Vinnie Paul in 2018. It was about time for their songs to be heard again live and that is what this tour was about.
Continue reading “Pantera”Mind the Gap Music Festival•August 26, 2023•The Gateway
Reviewed and Photographed by Logan Fang
To celebrate National Women’s Equality Day on August 26th, Live Nation Women hosted a festival featuring various female artists at The Gateway. Titled “Mind the Gap”, this festival focused on bringing to light the gaps in equality that many women face in their lives, be it through disparities in income, political representation, or educational attainment. In partnership with Salt Lake Community College, Mind the Gap donated a portion of ticket sales towards funding scholarships for students in the entertainment industry. Hence, this concert was an excellent way to spread awareness and help remedy the gender gaps that are quite prevalent in Utah.
Continue reading “Mind the Gap Music Festival”Cigarettes After Sex•Ogden Twilight•August 23, 2023•Ogden Amphitheater
Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe
Cigarettes After Sex is a band that has captivated audiences with their dreamy and ethereal sound. The band recently performed at the Ogden Twilight Concert series, and it was a night to remember. The band’s music is characterized as “Dream Pop”, providing soft, soothing vocals, and a slow, steady tempo. I admit that I wasn’t very familiar with Cigarettes After Sex. But I knew this show sold out really fast and people were clamoring to find anyone willing to sell their ticket. Ogden Amphitheater was packed when I walked in.
Continue reading “Ogden Twilight: Cigarettes After Sex”Sylvan Esso•August 22, 2023• Ogden Amphitheater
Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe
Sylvan Esso’s performance at the Ogden Twilight Concert Series was a dazzling display of musical talent and showmanship. The duo of Amelia Meath and Nick Sanborn delivered a high-energy set that kept the audience on their feet and dancing throughout the entire show. There was quite a bit of rain leading up to the concert. I think it may have scared off a few fans. The show was sold out, but it looked like some people stayed home in fear of being caught in a major storm. Fortunately for those who were brave enough to show up, they were able to enjoy the show without any major precipitation issues.
Continue reading “Ogden Twilight: Sylvan Esso”Markéta Irglová•Glen Hansard•August 21, 2023•Red Butte Garden
Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe
There have been some huge concerts this summer. We at Utah Concert Review have had the opportunity to cover many of them. Massive shows out at USANA like the Foo Fighters, Smashing Pumpkins, and Shania Twain, or at Delta Center with major favorites like The Cure, NF, and Greta Van Fleet have made this summer special. But Markéta Irglová & Glen Hansard of The Swell Season at Red Butte Garden was one of my most anticipated concerts of the year. These artists at this venue are as good a match as you’ll find in a concert experience.
Continue reading “Markéta Irglová & Glen Hansard of The Swell Season”Sam Smith•Jessie Reyez•August 19, 2023•Delta Center
Reviewed and Photographed by Alisha Gregson
On Saturday, August 19, the Delta Center welcomed Sam Smith to Salt Lake City. As I drove downtown in the pouring rain, I was grateful to be attending an indoor concert that evening. The arena was filled with fans excited to attend the much-anticipated show.
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