Fork Fest 2025 Day Two

The Aquabats

Fork Fest 2025 Day Two • The Aquabats • June 7, 2025 • Art Dye Park

Reviewed and Photographed by Sam Howard and Kevin Rolfe

Fork Fest is the perfect local festival for Utah bands to bring their music to new and returning fans. Out in the middle of Art Dye Park in American Fork, Utah, Fork Fest is the hottest festival in the county, literally. Though the blazing heat was upon the festival, that didn’t stop some folks from getting out early to support some of the best bands in the state.

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OMD

OMD

OMD • June 6, 2025 • The Union

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

Summer is here.  The warmer weather means more concerts.  There are so many shows coming to Utah this summer and anticipation is high for so many of them.  It’s one thing to get excited about seeing one of your favorite bands come to Utah.  It’s another thing when that band was scheduled to play almost a year ago and had to cancel.  That was the case with Orchestral Maneuvers in the Dark, or OMD. 

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West 22nd

West 22nd • June 7, 2025 • Kilby Court

Reviewed and Photographed by Matisse McMullin

Photo Credit: Matisse McMullin

There’s something undeniably magical about summer nights at Kilby Court, like an electric and hazy feel that settles in as the sun goes down. I was reminded of that magic at West 22nd’s show on Saturday night. 

The Austin-based indie rock band finally made their long-awaited stop in Salt Lake City as part of their Nowhere To Be tour. They took the stage and played a show that was sweaty, loud, and perfect in a way only a summer concert in a tiny, authentic venue can be. With the crowd pressed close under the stage lights and guitars echoing off of the graffiti-covered walls, it seemed like one of those nights that feels like pure summer.

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Fork Fest 2025 Day One

Fork Fest 2025 Day One • June 6, 2025 • Art Dye Park, American Fork

Reviewed and Photographed by Matisse McMullin

On Friday, Fork Fest 2025 kicked off the summer season in Utah with an unforgettable celebration of music, art, and community. What makes Fork Fest unique is its blend of a serene mountain backdrop, a lively communal spirit, and a strong emphasis on showcasing local music.

Founded in 2010, Fork Fest was born out of a desire to create a festival that showcased Utah’s vibrant and growing music scene. This year’s event was, once again, held at the beloved  Art Dye Park in American Fork and featured a lineup of 32 bands across multiple genres.

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Ava Maybee

Ava Maybee • Annika Rose • Sabrina Fair • June 2, 2025 • Kilby Court

Reviewed and Photographed by Amelia Weyerstall

The excited energy flowed through an intimate crowd at Kilby Court on the cool summer night. Ava Maybee, American Idol alum and daughter of Red Hot Chili Peppers’ drummer, Chad Smith, headlined with Annika Rose and Sabrina Fair making the night one to remember.

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Ogden Twilight: KHRUANGBIN

KHRUANGBIN • John Carrol Kirby • June 1, 2025 • Ogden Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Marlo Matamoros

KHRUANGBIN performed at the opening show of the Ogden Twilight Concert Series on June 1st. John Carroll Kirby would join the trio and open the show. The Ogden Twilight series is an annual summer music event held in Ogden, Utah at the Ogden Amphitheater. Walking into the amphitheater one of the first things that I noticed were the food trucks and merch booth that were full of lines. I was excited to photograph here because it’s another event center I’ve never been to.

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Trampled By Turtles

Trampled By Turtles

Trampled By Turtles • May 29, 2025 • Red Butte Garden Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

Photo Credit: Kevin Rolfe

I’m only two shows into the 2025 Red Butte Garden Outdoor Concert Series.  So far, this concert series has not disappointed.  Cheap Trick started things off on a chilly but rockin’ night.  Trampled By Turtles showed up on a beautiful evening and delighted their fans with a setlist perfectly crafted for an evening at Red Butte Garden.  I think this summer at the garden is going to be another good one!

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Cheap Trick

Cheap Trick • May 19, 2025 • Red Butte Garden Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

It’s hard to believe, but it’s once again that time of year.  The Red Butte Outdoor Concert Series has officially begun!  Concerts at Red Butte have been a highlight of my Utah summers long before I ever began reviewing concerts.  The location is amazing, the lineup is without fail some of the best artists in music. One of my favorite things about heading up to a Red Butte show is that no matter how hot it is in the Salt Lake Valley, you can head up to Red Butte Garden for a concert and it’ll definitely be cooler.  In fact, you may just need a sweatshirt and blanket by show’s end.

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The Play That Goes Wrong coming to The Ruth

Mayhem and Mischief Take Center Stage in The Play That Goes Wrong at The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater

PLEASANT GROVE, Utah – May 28, 2025

What happens when an amateur theater troupe attempts a murder mystery well beyond their capabilities? Total, glorious chaos. This Summer, The Play That Goes Wrong will turn catastrophe into comedy at The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater.

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