This article is jointly published with The Daily Utah Chronicle as part of collaborative coverage of the 2026 Sundance Film Festival.   “Without Kelly,” a short film by Lovisa Sirén, is...

In 2022, a band named nabeel dropped a piece of music that differed from traditional indie rock - reverb-heavy, dreamlike, singing in Arabic, Yasir Razak found a way to speak to all, despite language barriers. Originally...

  In the last Beats Per Minute issue, I discussed the effects of the dry, warm weather we’ve been having this winter. Right after publication, it snowed and has continued snowing. So, this time,...

  How Zara Larsson turned a summer trend into a full-fledged artistic revival Grammy-nominated pop sensation Zara Larsson has officially entered a vibrant new era. One defined by bright colors,...

It’s 2026 and we’re celebrating the new year, but there’s something else to feel festive about — according to the Chinese zodiac calendar, it's the year of the horse! In order to properly celebrate...

Storytelling through music is nothing new, as artists have long done so through individual songs. But what does it mean when a whole album tells a story? Concept albums are records in which each song...

  Seeking refuge from the cool December air, the crowd at Kilby Court huddled together in the warmth of the intimate garage setting. The audience trended towards the younger side, with many discovering...

  Sleigh bells are ringing, carolers are singing, Christmas lights are shining, the only thing that is missing is snow.  Coping with pop music Winter has always been the best time for running,...

Tyler Schlagenhauf has been playing music for a while now, but there’s something different about Mylo Bybee. The band consists of Schlagenhauf on guitar and lead vocals, Tim Fahlen on guitar and backing...

As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to hear some iconic holiday tunes. From the instant classics to the modern Christmas hit, music is one of the most important parts of the holiday season. Over...

  After nearly 50 years of collaboration, the productivity of David Byrne and Brian Eno is something to marvel at. Byrne has been on tour supporting his ninth solo studio album, “Who is the Sky,”...

On Nov. 21, Danny Brown brought his “Stardust” tour to local SLC venue The Complex. The album, which came out earlier this year, is a collection of songs ranging from vulnerable narratives to ego boosters....