SLC Concerts Archives - Page 5 of 29

August 23, 2025August 23, 2025

311

311 • August 17, 2025 • Sandy Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

Summer nights at Sandy Amphitheater always carry a certain magic. With the Wasatch Mountains silhouetted against the twilight sky and the open-air setting lending itself to a communal atmosphere, the venue is tailor-made for concerts that thrive on energy and connection. On August 17, that spirit was in full force as 311 brought their signature blend of rock, reggae, hip-hop, and funk to Sandy, Utah. For fans who have followed the Omaha-based band for decades, as well as those experiencing their live show for the first time, it was a reminder of why 311 concerts remain such a powerful, communal experience.

August 21, 2025August 21, 2025

My Morning Jacket

My Morning Jacket • August 11, 2025 • Red Butte Garden Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

Few bands manage to capture the balance between raw rock energy, cosmic exploration, and emotional intimacy quite like My Morning Jacket. Seeing them in concert is not just watching a performance—it’s stepping into a musical experience that feels both timeless and transcendent. That feeling was on full display when the band took the stage at Red Butte Garden Amphitheater in Salt Lake City, turning a summer night into a sweeping journey of sound and spirit.

August 19, 2025August 19, 2025

Simple Plan

Simple Plan • Bowling For Soup • 30H!3 • LØLØ • August 16, 2025 • The Plaza at America First Field

Reviewed and Photographed by Max Taylor

On August 16, 2025, The Plaza at America First Field in Sandy, Utah, hosted one of the most feel-good lineups of the summer as Simple Plan’s Bigger Than You Think! Tour rolled through with openers LØLØ, 3OH!3, and Bowling for Soup. Against the backdrop of Utah’s mountains, a glowing sunset, and the stadium plaza alive with families, longtime fans, and new faces alike, the night was filled with laughter, nostalgia, and heartfelt moments.

August 18, 2025August 18, 2025

DISPATCH

DISPATCH • John Butler • August 5, 2025 • Red Butte Garden Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

When Dispatch takes the stage, it’s never just another concert—it’s an experience rooted in camaraderie, storytelling, and the kind of communal spirit that has defined their career for more than two decades. The Boston-born indie/roots band, long hailed as one of the most successful independent acts in history, has always carried a special ability to turn a performance into a shared moment of humanity. Their concert on August 5 at Red Butte Garden Amphitheater was no exception. Blending their eclectic mix of folk, rock, reggae, and jam-band improvisation, Dispatch reminded fans why their music continues to resonate across generations.

August 14, 2025August 14, 2025

Mt. Joy

SLC Twilight: Mt. Joy • The Moss • August 12, 2025 • Library Square

Reviewed and Photographed by Matisse McMullin

Salt Lake City’s annual Twilight Concert Series is a dream come true for Utah music fans. Tuesday night’s insane pairing of headliner and opener drew a sold-out crowd full of excitement. Many attendees sought shade beneath the trees, enjoying the variety of food trucks and beverage tents while desperately waiting for the music to begin.

Despite it being one of the hottest days of the year in Salt Lake City, crowds of people pressed together across the grounds, hoping to secure a good spot to enjoy the music and catch a glimpse of the artists.

August 13, 2025August 13, 2025

Shinedown

Shinedown • Bush • Morgan Wade • August 11, 2025 • Maverik Center

Reviewed and Photographed by Max Taylor

On August 11, 2025, the Maverik Center roared to life as legendary American rock band Shinedown brought their “Dance, Kid, Dance” Tour to Utah. With support from singer-songwriter Morgan Wade and ’90s alt-rock veterans Bush, fans were treated to an evening packed with powerhouse performances, storytelling, and enough pyrotechnics to rival a Fourth of July finale.

August 13, 2025August 13, 2025

Old Dominion

Old Dominion • ERNEST • Redferrin • August 9, 2025 • Maverik Center

Reviewed and Photographed by Josilyn Wakkuri Lybbert

Country music fans filled the Maverik Center on Saturday, August 9th, for a stacked lineup featuring Redferrin, ERNEST, and the headlining band that Utah just can’t get enough of, Old Dominion, for their How Good Is That Tour!

I was looking forward to this show as I hadn’t seen Old Dominion since 2017 at a country music festival local to my hometown in Washington. I remember their performance being a highlight of the festival for me, so I was excited to see another performance of theirs nearly a decade later!

August 11, 2025August 12, 2025

The Lumineers

The Lumineers • Tom Odell • July 30, 2025 • Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre

Reviewed and Photographed by Alisha Gregson

On July 30, The Lumineers brought their Automatic World Tour to Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre to promote their newest album. With them, they brought their signature mix of emotional storytelling and foot-stomping folk energy. The excitement was felt long before the music started. Merch lines stretched far, and fans were chatting with friends while anticipation grew. Many came dressed in nods to the band’s aesthetic. Including plenty of flower crowns in tribute to their hit “Flowers in Your Hair.”

August 10, 2025August 11, 2025

SLC Twilight: Waxahatchee

SLC Twilight • Foxwarren • Wilbere • August 6, 2025 • Gallivan Center

Reviewed and Photographed by Sam Howard

This summer has been an absolutely exciting one for music lovers. With the Salt Lake City Twilight Concert series continuing its granola summer, Waxahatchee was yet another amazing show. As the summer itself is nearing the end, with only a few more Twilight shows left in Salt Lake, Waxahatchee was the perfect show to keep the music and the fans going strong.

August 5, 2025August 8, 2025

Regina Spektor

Regina Spektor • August 1, 2025 • Sandy Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

August concerts started off on a good note with Regina Spektor bringing her Midsummer Daydream Tour to Sandy Amphitheater. It was a hot August night, as you might expect. But that didn’t stop fans from filling the amphitheater. Utah seems to really love Regina and her music. I’m glad she keeps coming back. And judging by the size of the crowd, she’ll always have a fanbase here.