Gregory Alan Isakov

Gregory Alan Isakov

Gregory Alan Isakov • Josiah and the Bonnevilles • August 29, 2024 • Snow Park Amphitheater • Deer Valley

Reviewed and Photographed by Austin Dayton

Photo Credit: Austin Dayton

This weekend indie-folk artist Gregory Alan Isakov brought his Appaloosa Bones Tour to Park City, Utah with special guest Josiah and the Bonnevilles. Gregory and his band delivered a phenomenal summer night concert at the open-air Snow Park Amphitheater and all in attendance seemed to be in agreeance. 

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Train + REO Speedwagon

Train

Train • REO Speedwagon • Yacht Rock Band • August 30, 2024 • Utah First Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Josilyn Wakkuri Lybbert

Train pulled into West Valley City for their Summer Road Trip 2024 Tour at Utah First Credit Union Amphitheater on August 29. They brought along Yacht Rock Revue and  REO Speedwagon making for a night of fun music that spanned across the decades!

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Khruangbin

Khruangbin • Peter Cat Recording Co. • August 24, 2024 • Granary Live

Reviewed and Photographed by Mark Daluz

There are only a few bands that truly scratch an itch in my brain, and Khruangbin. and Peter Cat Recording Co. do just that. Spending an evening with three psychedelic geniuses, paired with a band from India that delivers a seamlessly cohesive musical experience, was a treat I was going to savor. 

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Pink Martini

Pink Martini

Pink Martini • August 27, 2024 • Red Butte Garden Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Austin Dayton

Photo Credit: Austin Dayton

This last week, the musical group Pink Martini made their way to Salt Lake City, Utah to celebrate 30 years of music with all in attendance at Red Butte Garden. Those lucky enough to be in the crowd were treated to a lively and exciting multicultural night of music and dancing. As the clock stuck 7:00 and with no accompanying supporting group, Pink Martini, backlit with pink skies, made their way to the stage. Cheers and screams let the band know they were in the presence of fans. 

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Lamb of God + Mastodon

Lamb of God • Mastodon • Kerry King • Malevolence • August 27, 2024 • The Great Saltair

Reviewed and Photographed by Colton Kresser

Lamb of God and Mastodon embarked on their North American co-headliner, stopping at the Great Saltair in Salt Lake City on 8/27/24 to celebrate not only the release of both their albums (Ashes of The Wake – Lamb of God) – (Leviathan _ Mastodon) that were put out on the exact same day 20 years ago but that both bands are still taking the stage and giving it their all every single night just like they have for the past 20 years. 

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SLC Twilight: Alex G

Alex G

Alex G • Julie • Cannibal Queen • August 21, 2024 • Gallivan Center

Reviewed and Photographed by Amelia Weyerstall

Under the SLC skyline in the heart of the city sits the Gallivan Center, the venue for the SLC Twilight Concert Series. Alex G was the headliner with Julie and Cannibal Queen as openers for the end-of-season sold-out show. This cozy venue nestled downtown felt so welcoming and warm, everyone was ecstatic to be there. While walking into the venue, people all around were scouting out for their perfect spot to see the stage. Some climbed to sit atop the bridge surrounded by grass, others sat on barricades and railings in between VIP and GA.

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SLC Twilight: The Marias

The Marias

The Marias • Automatic • Homephone • August 16, 2024 • Gallivan Center

Reviewed and Photographed by Mark Daluz

For everyone living in Salt Lake City, we all are aware of how hot this summer has been but one event truly sizzled: SLC Twilight. My first ever show for UCR was for Rina Sawayama, capping off last year’s remarkable summer lineup. This year’s lineup was nothing short of incredible, with performances from Laufey, Watchouse, Jungle, and The Marias. The plethora of talent made for an unforgettable summer. I was thrilled to cover The Marias capping off this summer’s SLC Twilight Concert Series.

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Shakey Graves

Shakey Graves

Shakey Graves • Atta Boy • August 19, 2024 • Red Butte Garden Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Austin Dayton

Photo Credit: Austin Dayton

A sold-out crowd packed their way into Red Butte Garden this last Monday, August 19th, to spend their evening singing and dancing with folk-rock, singer-songwriter, Shakey Graves. The Salt Lake City crowd was treated to a high-energy yet personal show by the Austin city-based performer. One could not have asked for a better evening as all the stars seemed to align, the days of storming had just cleared up and set the stage for one of the best shows of the summer. 

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Ogden Twilight: St. Vincent

St. Vincent

St. Vincent • August 14 • Ogden Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

Ogden Amphitheater transformed into a vibrant hub of eclectic sound and energy as St. Vincent took the stage for the Ogden Twilight Concert Series. Known for her avant-garde style and electrifying performances, St. Vincent, whose real name is Annie Clark, did not disappoint the eager crowd that had gathered to witness her live.

The atmosphere at the Ogden Amphitheater was charged with anticipation even before the show began. The Ogden Twilight Concert Series, which has become a staple in the local music scene, brought together fans of all ages, united by their love for innovative and genre-defying music. The amphitheater, with its intimate setting and excellent acoustics, provided the perfect backdrop for St. Vincent’s performance.

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Stray Cats

Stray Cats • The Midnight Cowgirls • August 5, 2024 • Red Butte Garden Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

Photo Credit: Kevin Rolfe

On a warm summer evening, the setting of the Red Butte Garden Amphitheater was electrified by a night of Rockabilly and Country music. Stray Cats took the stage with support from The Midnight Cowgirls. The natural beauty of the amphitheater, nestled against the foothills with its lush gardens and panoramic views, provided a unique contrast to the high-energy performances that followed.

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