Category: Concert Reviews

Alec Benjamin w/ Claire Rosinkranz• October 5, 2022• The Union

Reviewed and Photographed by Tomo Crestani

With yet another sold out show in Salt Lake, The Union supported Alec Benjamin and Claire Rosinkranz on Alec’s 2022 Tour. Both artists are on the rise currently, and don’t seem to be stopping anytime soon. Alec Benjamin is a little more established as he has been popular for a while. However, that doesn’t mean he isn’t still rising in popularity. Claire on the other hand has been a recent trend, with multiple songs blowing up on social media in the past couple years. I was very excited for both artists, as I have listened to them both a decent amount. I was also very excited to visit The Union again. It is one of my favorite venues in the Salt Lake area. 

A Tremendous Evening with Jackson Browne• September 23, 2022• Sandy Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Justin Hicken

The Sandy Amphitheatre was privileged to host “An Evening with Jackson Browne” on Friday the 23^rd of September. And it was special. It had been over four years (July 2018) since Utah was last treated to this type of Jackson Browne experience. 

Jackson did pay us a visit last October (2021) accompanying his good friend James Taylor. But his opening set from that show was more of an appetizer to nibble on. The “Evening with Jackson Browne” was more comparable to a Thanksgiving feast for ears and soul. 

Kehlani w/ Dustin Conrad• September 22, 2022• The Complex

Reviewed and Photographed by Eli Valle

When an artist has to postpone or even cancel a performance, a lot has to go into the decision. Not only does it impact the people who were originally planning on attending the show, but now the tour, the venue, any VIP reps hired for the show, and the promotion company are scrambling to find a solution that can benefit everyone at the end of the day. Oftentimes, artists and the venue cannot find a date to reschedule and the show is canceled and folks are refunded.

ODESZA w/ Sylan Esso, Elderbrook & NASAYA• September 20, 2022• USANA Amphitheatre

Reviewed and Photographed by Eli Valle

Almost close to nothing beats a good summer concert for any music fan. A nice summer breeze, 80-degree weather out in the open with a slight breeze here and there, and great live music. As thousands gathered at USANA Amphitheater on September 20th  for the “ODESZA: THE LAST GOODBYE TOUR”, one thing was clear, Utah was going to show up and party. Even on a Tuesday night. Along with headliner ODESZA, the tour brought NASAYA, Elderbrook, and duo Sylvan Esso to sing and dance with the crowd. All and all, the lights went on until they could no longer run. And the audience left with their minds blown.

Gaslight Anthem w/ Tigers Jaw• September 20, 2022• The Union

Reviewed and Photographed by Alisha Gregson

After an eight-year hiatus, alternative rock band Gaslight Anthem has finally returned to making music. Salt Lake City was just one stop on their reunion tour. On Tuesday, September 20th, their loyal fans gathered at the Union Event Center to show the band how much they have been missed. 

Novo Amor• September 23, 2022• The Complex

Reviewed and Photographed by Tomo Crestani

After years of shows outside of the US, Novo Amor played one of his first shows back in the states in Salt Lake City. Visiting The Complex, Novo was able to sell out The Grand room at the venue. I was shocked to hear that he had such a large fan base here. Having listened to some of his music before, I didn’t expect so many people to show for a slower concert like his. However, he was able to bring a lot of emotion and passion to the music as he performed that night. I was pleasantly surprised with how he was able to change up parts of his music to be more fun to listen to live. 

LANY w/ Surfaces and Annika Bennett September 17, 2022 USANA Amphitheatre

Reviewed and Photographed by Tomo Crestani

With all the anticipation and hype, USANA Amphitheater hosted a sold out show of 20,000 people for LANY and support. Bringing along Surfaces and Annika Bennett, the venue was absolutely packed. I had never seen so many people in one place. The atmosphere was truly special.