Friday May 16
Holy shit, there’s a lot going on. Choose wisely...Or take it all in. It’s quantity, not quality right? Right?

Gallery Stroll
What better way to celebrate the awaited coming of spring than to nibble on free food, sip spiked punch and marvel at the brilliance of home-grown art? This month features a postmortem display of Dale Bryner’s work, along with exhibits by Michael Godard, Steven Larsen, Jimmy Lucero and Edward Hopper. A reception for the Colmeneros at Rose Wagner, 138 W. 300 South (see the Art’s Section for more details) will also take place. Don’t miss it!

James McMurtry plays two nights at the Zephyr

Living Traditions Festival
(see cover story for more details)

Midnight Movie
“Groundhog Day”
Again? C’mon guys...You call your store a haven for videophiles? Let’s see some originality for chrissakes! Part of Tower Theatre’s (876 E. 900 South) Midnight Movie Bill Murray series month(?) every Friday and Saturday around 11:59 p.m.

Saturday May 17
More Local Reconfigured Bands
Fifi Murmur is Alchemy without Dan Thomas—it is also potentially the next best band to rock Salt Lake City. Tolchock and the Rodeo Boys will also play. Christ, do these guys ever sleep? Go to Burt’s Tiki Lounge, where you may or may not have to pay a cover. It’s conveniently located on 726 S. State.

Sunday May 18
Don’t forget to watch TV
The Sopranos, the Simpsons or maybe the “news.”

Monday May 19
Drink of the Week
In honor of the recently released and impossible to get into “The Matrix Reloaded,” try one of these to calm your anxious nerves as you realize that it’s going to be a while before you view the second chapter of this on-screen trilogy. By the way, Jamie and Lou made this one up all by themselves.

THE MATRIX SHOOTER
1/2 oz. Vodka
1 oz Midori
1/4 oz. Jaegermeister
Top with Sprite

Instructions: Pour all ingredients into a large shot glass. Shoot and reload!

Boring Virgin Version: A Green Algae Smoothie from Wild Oats.

Shake It All Night Long!
Two months ago, Los Angeles’s Flash Express shook things up with its shamelessly arrogant rock and roll in the now-defunct Xscape basement. Now the group is back, and ready to party with Starmy. Come have some cake and celebrate the birthdays of Mike and Aja. Go to the Urban Lounge, 241 S. 500 E.

Tuesday May 20
Dustin’s birthday party at Todd’s...You know as much about it as we do. Todd’s is located on 1051 S. 300 West.

Waste of Time or Money? You Decide
Stone Sour and Powerman 5000 share the bill at Bricks, 579 W. 200 South. Hmmm...Save your money, stay home and play Parcheezi.

Wednesday May 21
Snakes, Coyotes and Cowboys!
Kilby hosts an evening with the Black Eyed Snakes (which features neither Wil I Am nor Apl de Ap, but rather Alan Sparhawk from sadcore outfit Low) and local acts Coyote Hoods and the Rodeo Boys (who are not at all country, but quite a bit rock and roll). Go to 741 S. 330 West to enjoy the tunes.

Stop Being So Elitist
What’s that? You missed the Burning Brides the last time the group rolled through town? It’s alright—so did we. Yes, it’s another art-school dropout garage rock band, but this Philadelphia bred trio actually lives up to the hype. Come to the show and help transform Liquid Joe’s from a cheesy pick-up bar into a brawlin’ joint suitable for raucous rawk. Visit 1249 E. 3300 South and rock your socks off.

It’s Better Than Sum 41
Fat Wreck Chord’s Lagwagon will play some semi-old-school West-Coast punk. Bring your friends and argue over what constitutes legitimate punk rock, but refrain from fighting over the style of each others mohawks. The show takes place at Brick’s, 579 W. 200 South. Call 328-0255 for additional information.

Thursday May 22
We only print twice a month in the summer so go ahead and read something else—just don’t make it a habit. Besides, the next issue will be the only local source for all your Cannes Film Festival inquiries. Yes, we are that awesome.

Friday May 23
Don’t Stop the Party
The boys from Tolchock Trio can’t wait for you to hear their new album. Come listen to the real deal before getting your hands on a facsimile. They play with the Chronies at Todd’s, 1051 S. 300 West.

See—we support more than just indie rock!
Symphonic, dark, ambient, avant-garde, gothic rock/metal from Virgin Black, Agalloch, Antimatter and Utah’s own Anima Nera! We defy you to come up with creepier names. Black dress code strictly enforced. We will give you a prize if you show up wearing a pink tuxedo (provided you supply adequate documentation of yourself doing so). The darkness goes down at DV8 (formerly Xscape, which was formerly DV8) Ouch, my head hurts. Oh, fuck it, it’s the same goddamn address, 115 S. West Temple.

Saturday May 24
The Boys Are Back In Town
Fresh off a whirlwind tour in L.A., Alchemy returns to its roots for another performance, proving that it’s more than just a “three ear” band. Black Black Ocean and Nova also appear. Come on down to the Urban Lounge 241 S. 500 East. Don’t forget to get sponsored ahead of time.

Help Kilby Thrive
Dub Narcotic and Theta Naught play at our city’s beloved all-ages venue. Phil is excited about the headliners. Come see what all the fuss is about at 741 S. 330 West.

Sunday May 25
Beer and Reggae
Go check out Jah Sunday at the Urban Lounge, 241 S. 500 East—we know it’s not a concert but hey, two-week calendars are hard.

Monday May 26
Drink of the Week

BUTT SEX
Ingredients:
1 bottle Bud Light
 6 oz Orange Juice
Instructions: Mix the two ingredients together and enjoy.

Tuesday May 27
Ziggy Marley Gives Good Vibes
Not feeling white enough? Come to Club Suede, 1600 Ute Blvd. Kimball Junction, and dance with a bunch of frat boys and horribly dredlocked granolas who just can’t accept the fact that Bob Marley is dead.

All By His Lonesome
Will Sartain plays sans Redd Tape in a must-see solo extravaganza. It’s new to you... Go to the Urban Lounge, 241 S. 500 East to bear witness.

Wednesday May 28
Don’t Stop Believing!
Come sail away with some of the best guilty pleasure bands in the universe. Journey, Styx and REO Speedwagon come to town to play, among other things, Eric Cartman’s favorite song. Come marvel at the fact that these precursors-to-buttrockers are still alive. The show takes place at the Delta Center, 301 W. South Temple. For additional information call: 355-3865.