Salt Lake City, Utah

Salt Lake City rests along a convenient stretch of the greater West Coast corridor between other major stops like Denver, Boise and Las Vegas. Not only is it perfectly positioned to break up a long drive, but loaded with ample show opportunities. Touring bands will find the SLC boasts plenty of 21+ clubs and a plethora of all-ages venues, as well as cafes, record stores and more alternative spaces. Myriad genres find audiences in the supportive music community, with indie, alt-country, emo a la Utahans The Used, straightedge punk and folk especially popular. Having recently completed the first annual hip-hop and house showcase, Salt Lake City Music Festival, Utah belies its reputed conservativeness as a surprisingly dedicated lover of the arts eager to embrace music of all sorts.

Guide to Gigging in Salt Lake City

Venues

KILBY COURT
741 SOUTH 330 WEST
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84101
(801) 364-3538
www.kilbycourt.com
The go to all-ages venue in SLC promises top-notch shows by national indie acts and lesser-known locals of all genres nearly every night. Contact booker Will Sartain at willsartain@yahoo.com two to three months in advance.

URBAN LOUNGE
241 SOUTH 500 EAST
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84102
(801) 746-0557
myspace.com/theurbanlounge
This 21+ club hosts shows about four nights a week, attracting touring bands of genres ranging from hip-hop to rock. For booking, check the Urban Lounge MySpace blog for referrals, as most shows are put together by local promoters and bands.

VELOUR
135 NORTH UNIVERSITY AVENUE
PROVO, UT 84601
(801) 818-2263
www.velourlive.com
Just 40 minutes south of SLC in Provo, home of Brigham Young University, the all-ages Velour hosts open mic acoustic Tuesdays and primarily indie and rock shows an average of four nights a week. Email Utah music community staple Corey Fox at booking@velourlive.com.

NOBROW COFFEE
315 EAST 300 SOUTH
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84111
(801) 364-3448
www.nobrowcoffee.com
Popular among hip locals, count on Nobrow for a built-in audience. Small but spacious and adorned with local art, the shop holds shows on Fridays with some exceptions. Book through its MySpace page at www.myspace.com/nobrowcoffeeandtea four to six weeks in advance.

RED LIGHT
179 EAST 300 SOUTH
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84111
(801) 355-1755
myspace.com/redlightbooks
Downtown bookstore is also part record label and part concert venue specializing in noise bands, punk and grindcore, though it welcomes all genres. Shows, which usually are held on Fridays and Saturdays, can be booked by sending a message to redlightbookslc@hotmail.com or via MySpace at least two weeks in advance.

SOLID GROUND CAFE
655 EAST 9800 SOUTH
SANDY, UT 84070
(801) 576-8080
www.solidgroundcafe.org
This coffee house in suburban Sandy puts on indie shows two to three nights a week for a decidedly all-ages crowd. Book with Chad about two months ahead through MySpace at www.myspace.com/sgcafe.

Gear/Repair

GUITAR CZAR
2953 EAST 3300 SOUTH
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84109
(801) 466-8666
www.guitarczar.com
Guitar Czar offers a knowledgeable staff, a wide selection of guitars and related equipment, and frequently accepts walk-ins for emergency repairs. Call to inquire. Open Monday to Saturday 10:30-6:30.

Media

SALT LAKE CITY WEEKLY
248 SOUTH MAIN STREET
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84101
(801) 575-7003
www.slweekly.com
SLC's free alternative weekly. For review consideration or an event write-up, contact Jamie Gadette at listings@slweekly.com at least three weeks in advance. For calendar listings, send info at least a week before the show.

SLUG MAGAZINE
351 WEST PIERPONT AVE 4B
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84101
(801) 487-9221
www.slugmag.com
Local zine includes listings submitted by the 20th of the month before shows. For calendar or a CD or show review, send a CD (preferred) or digital release two months ahead and email jeanette@slugmag.com.

KRCL 90.9 FM
1971 WEST NORTH TEMPLE
SALT LAKE CITY, CA 84116
(801) 363-1818
www.krcl.org
Staple independent radio station KRCL proudly plays local and national underground bands from an array of genres and sponsors both in-studio performances and interviews. Contact ryant@krcl.org.