EDM Archives - Utah Concert Review

June 27, 2026July 9, 2026

Elderbrook

Ogden Twilight • June 25, 2026 • Ogden Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

The Ogden Twilight Concert Series has built a reputation for bringing an eclectic lineup of artists to one of Utah’s most unique outdoor venues, and Elderbrook’s performance was another standout addition to that legacy. As fans packed into Ogden Amphitheater on a beautiful summer evening, there was an unmistakable sense of excitement. The English singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist has become known for creating electronic music that carries genuine emotion, and his live show proved exactly why he has developed such a devoted following.

July 8, 2025July 9, 2025

X Games deadmau5

X Games • deadmau5 • June 27, 2025 • Utah State Fairpark

Reviewed and Photographed by Max Taylor

The X Games made its Salt Lake City 2025 debut on June 27, and if there was any question about whether Utah was ready to party, deadmau5 answered it loud and clear.

After a long, hot day filled with some of the best action sports on the planet—Moto X backflips, BMX tricks that defied gravity, and skateboarders flying off vert ramps—the energy at the Utah State Fairpark somehow didn’t die down. Instead, it hit a whole new level once the sun set and the stage lights came on.

June 26, 2025June 26, 2025

Ogden Twilight: Kaskade

Ogden Twilight • Kaskade • Mr. Tape • Cop Kid • June 20, 2025 • Ogden Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Marlo Matamoros

Ogden Twilight

8-time Grammy-nominated artist, Kaskade, brought Cop Kid and Mr. Tape to perform at the Ogden Amphitheater on June 20th. Both Cop Kid and Mr. Tape are from Utah. The first time that I heard Kaskade was in 2011 with the Song “Eyes” featuring Mindell Gledhill. Having performed around the world on the biggest stages, it was an exciting day to see Kaskade hit the stage here in Utah. Kaskade has been consistent throughout his career, releasing hit after hit, and currently has over 4 million monthly listeners on Spotify alone. He has had an influential career and has had impactful collaborations with artists such as Deadmau5, Skyler Gray, Haley, Meghan Trainor, and Skrillex. It was another warm and soon-to-be-packed show.

September 23, 2024September 23, 2024

Fred Again

Fred Again • Keenan Mathias • September 15, 2024 • Utah First Amphitheatre

Reviewed and Photographed by Austin Dayton

This weekend, British DJ and Producer Fred Again brought his “Places we’ve never been” tour to Utah, a place he has never played, as he DJ’d and sang for a huge and excited crowd at the Utah First Credit Union Amphitheater. With him, he brought his “brother” fellow DJ Tony and had Keenan Mathias as the supporting opening set.

July 5, 2023

Ogden Twilight: KASKADE

KASKADE• SOHMI• June 30, 2023• Ogden Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

Although it wasn’t technically a holiday weekend, with Independence Day being on a Tuesday, Friday, June 30 in Ogden had a festive summer holiday vibe with DJ and Producer, KASKADE headlining Ogden Twilight at the Ogden Amphitheater. The venue filled up quickly and everyone seemed to be in a great mood. I can’t say what crowd I was expecting for a show like this, but the crowd that arrived wasn’t what I expected. Fans of all ages filled Ogden Amp and it was cool to see that Electronic Dance Music is far-reaching.

October 1, 2021

Porter Robinson September 29, 2021 The Great Saltair

The Great Saltair filled up quickly Wednesday for Porter Robinson on his Nurture Live Tour. There was calm and positive energy throughout the venue as EDM fans filled up the indoor space.

September 3, 2021

Ogden Twilight: Louis the Child August 28, 2021 Ogden Amphitheater

2021Ogden Twilight Series

The 2021 Ogden Twilight Series has been pretty amazing so far this year. Sold-out shows, huge crowds, and great bands have made for a really entertaining series so far. Their fourth show in the series was no exception. Louis the Child, are a DJ production combo, Robby Hauldren, and Frederic J. Kennett. I’m not sure if they were quite ready for this Twilight crowd when they booked this date.

September 3, 2021

SLC LIVE: Zhu August 28, 2021 Gateway Olympic Plaza

SLC LIVE

Salt Lake City Live has already established itself at a premier concert event in Utah to catch some of the best EDM DJs in the world. Having already put on two sold out and extremely successful shows with two legendary DJs, Steve Aoki and Diplo. Their final event of the summer was no doubt going to be up to par with their previous shows. Electronic producer and singer, Zhu was bringing his talents to Salt Lake City!

July 15, 2021

Steve Aoki w/ Gattüso July 9, 2021 SLC Live The Gateway

SLC LIVE

Concerts are back baby! Utah fans of EDM were in for a treat when DJ Royalty, Steve Aoki showed up to Salt Lake City to headline the inaugural Salt Lake City Live lineup at the Gateway. This was the first show I’ve covered since the shutdown. I was really excited to get out and be part of a live performance again!

March 9, 2020

Hippie Sabotage March 7, 2020 The Union

By: Kinsi Cook

Marking their tenth stop on the Direction Of Dreams Tour, Hippie Sabotage took Salt Lake City by storm. Hippie Sabotage is an indie duo from Sacramento California, composed of brothers Kevin and Jeff Saurer. Stopping by Utah for the first time since last summer’s SLC Twilight, Hippie Sabotage put on one of the best concerts that I have ever been to. Fans were allowed into The Union at 7 PM, however, they started lining up long before then trying to secure their spot at the front of the barricade.