Concert Photography Archives - Utah Concert Review

April 7, 2026April 22, 2026

LANY

LANY • Soft Tour • March 28, 2026 • Delta Center

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

LANY has developed a special relationship with the state of Utah. From their early days playing Kilby Court to multiple Delta Center stops to headlining last year’s Electric Revival Fest and everywhere in between, LANY has been a staple in the live music scene here in Utah. They even played a secret album release show at The Depot a few years back. We have had the honor of covering LANY since 2019. Every time we’ve covered them, we’ve witnessed the special bond between this band and their Utah fans.

March 26, 2026March 26, 2026

Hawthorne Heights

Hawthorne Heights • Let Live • Creeper • March 13, 2026 • The Depot

Reviewed and Photographed by Morgan Newbold

Hawthorne Heights’ fans gathered in droves to witness the 20th anniversary of their album “If Only You Were Lonely“ at The Depot! This band is a staple for emo-pop fans that provided several albums to soundtrack their lives since the early 2000’s. Newer and older fans came out to celebrate this milestone for the band and bond with like-minded fans as they played their 2006 album from start to finish!

March 25, 2026March 25, 2026

Boys Like Girls

Boys Like Girls • iDKHOW! • Arrows in Action • March 20, 2026 • The Union Events Center

Reviewed and Photographed by Josilyn Wakkuri Lybbert

On March 20, 2026, Boys Like Girls, joined by Arrows in Action and I DON’T KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME, kicked off their “The Soundtrack of Your Life Tour” in Salt Lake City at The Union Event Center. On what was likely the warmest day of the year so far, fans poured into The Union giddy with excitement for the show. Between the sunshine, energy, and the anticipation of good music ahead, it almost felt like summer!

February 17, 2026February 19, 2026

Del Water Gap

Del Water Gap • Hannah Jadagu • February 9, 2026 • The Depot

Reviewed and Photographed by Austin Dayton

On a chilly February night in downtown Salt Lake City, indie-pop artist Del Water Gap, the stage name of S. Holden Jaffe, brought his Chasing the Chimera World Tour to The Depot. The sold-out show was a clear sign to Del Water Gap that Utah has been anxiously awaiting his return. As the crowd funneled into the iconic and historic brick facade, a palpable buzz filled the air. A mix of anticipation, excitement, and an overall sense of community suggested that the night would be filled with one of the best performances of the year.

January 22, 2026January 29, 2026

The Ocean Blue

The Ocean Blue • January 17, 2025 • The Egyptian Theater Park City

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

On a crisp evening in Park City, Utah, the intimate and historic Egyptian Theatre provided an enchanting backdrop for an unforgettable night of music as The Ocean Blue returned to Utah on their Frigid Winter Days Tour. Known for their shimmering jangle and thoughtful lyricism, the band transformed their three-night residency in the cozy venue from quiet anticipation into a warm, pulsating world of sound that felt both nostalgic and immediate.

December 15, 2025December 15, 2025

Leon Thomas

Leon Thomas • Ambré • December 11, 2025 • The Depot

Reviewed and Photographed by Logan Fang

“My name is Leon Thomas, and I like to dance.”

Standing before what looked like a sold-out audience at The Depot last Thursday, R&B sensation Leon Thomas turned to the crowd to offer a brief introduction before launching into his performance. The succinct greeting was a reminder that, to many, Leon Thomas is not an artist needing an introduction. While the New York native has steadily gained traction online since the release of his debut album Electric Dust, he is no stranger to the spotlight. Thomas got his first start as Tyrone in Backyardigans, a familiar show to most kids who grew up in the 2000s. He then continued his tenure in children’s TV, playing a sentimental, loyal character named Andre Harris in Nickelodeon’s Victorious. Now, Leon is celebrating the release of his Grammy-clad album Mutt on tour, joined by fellow R&B singer Ambré.

December 12, 2025December 15, 2025

GENTRI

GENTRI • 10th Anniversary Christmas Tour • November 28, 2025 • Eccles Theater

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

GENTRI’s 10th Anniversary Christmas Tour arrived at Eccles Theater in downtown Salt Lake City with the kind of polish, heart, and theatrical sweep that has defined the trio since their earliest days, but there’s an added sense of celebration this time. An awareness that a decade of work has shaped them into performers who know exactly who they are and what their audience wants. The show feels like both a milestone and a love letter to the fans. Those who have followed them, to the craft they’ve sharpened, and to the cinematic-pop style they’ve spent ten years refining.

November 25, 2025November 25, 2025

John Legend

John Legend • November 20, 2025 • Maverik Center

Reviewed and Photographed by Marlo Matamoros

John Legend brought his Get Lifted 20^th Anniversary Tour to The Maverik Center on November 20^th. John Legend is a 13-time Grammy winner who has had a huge impact on music. One of the earliest songs that I can remember listening to from John Legend is “Green Light,” which features another impactful artist named Andre 3000. Love In The Future is one of my favorite albums. It features his most-streamed song titled “All of Me” with over 2.9 billion streams. This album was released in 2013, and I have been listening to his music journey since.

November 17, 2025November 17, 2025

King Princess

King Princess • November 14, 2025 • The Depot

Reviewed and Photographed by Austin Dayton

Utah can sometimes feel like a strange stop on a national tour, especially from an outside perspective. It could be easy to assume Utah is just a quiet religious community that keeps things relatively tame, and that concert audiences would mirror that. But, as the real artists know, Salt Lake City is the complete opposite. Just under three years ago, an up-and-coming artist built a fan base from a small show in the city. So this last Friday, when King Princess rolled into The Depot, she knew what she was getting herself into. She was coming back to “some of the wildest fans” she had ever been around.

November 8, 2025November 14, 2025

The Moss

The Moss • Bad Luck Brigade • October 25, 2025 • The Complex

Reviewed and Photographed by Morgan Newbold

A couple of weeks ago, Salt Lake’s local gems, The Moss, kicked off Halloween with their headline show at The Complex! These boys have always put on incredibly fun and dynamic performances. Tyke James is a stellar frontman. They are so full of life and energy, playing groovy bangers to get everyone jumping! They love to put on a good Halloween celebration, and everyone dresses up! The crowd of young and older fans came ready to party!