Thursday May 29
They Shot a Man In...Orange County?
Apparently not only did the Man in Black give the members of Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash permission to use his name for their band, but he dolled out praises their alternative honky tonk. Hmmm...sounds legit. Then again, the group hails from San Diego—a far cry from Memphis. Lou thinks they blow and he believes Cash’s blessing was an act of senility. Discover the truth when the boys hit the Zephyr, 301 S. West Temple. It Worked for Tom Morello

It Worked for Tom Morello
Sarah Dougher has a Ph.D. in comparative literature—but can she rock? Dougher is signed to Mr. Lady Records, home to Le Tigre, so that might aid in raising her musical credibility. Find out for yourself at Kilby Court, 741 S. 330 West.

Friday May 30
Big Big Carbs!
Pasta on the Plaza gives all of those Atkin’s Diet devotees a justified reason to be bad. Stuffing yourself plump with noodles isn’t wrong as long as you participate in the Salt Lake City Classic. The annual race will takes place the morning after (it will run in front of many downtown homes and take up valuable parking spots).

Tower Midnight Movie:
"Rushmore"
Before "The Royal Tenenbaums," there was "Rushmore," a movie that divides the human race between those who understand and appreciate post-modern humor and those content with movies that stay the true course of mainstream Hollywood schlock. Stay up late and join elitists as they celebrate the fantastically strange mind of Wes Anderson.

Drink of the Week
In honor of the latest greatest denizens of pop (see the Beat Section), we adopted a yummy fix from the indie rockers’ Web site.
Starlight Mints
* 1 large box of Jell-O, any flavor
* 1 small box of Vanilla Instant Pudding & Pie Filling
* 1 Cup hot water
* 1/2 Cup cold water
* 1 Cup Milk
* 1/2 Cup Peppermint Schnapps

Saturday May 31
They Get Older and I Stay the Same Age...
Remember that scene in “Dazed and Confused” when the freshmen are making out at the middle school dance? That was hot. The moment was particularly poignant thanks to “Love Hurts,” a song that should only be played when your heartbroken and/or high. Come listen to Nazareth kick it out live when the band appears at The Ritz (a bowling alley turned hot spot for washed up hair bands).

Warhol Was Right
Sugar Ray parodied the notion of 15 minutes of fame on its debut album, yet failed to stop while ahead. Now band members are touring with Rob Thomas whose work with Carlos Santana instilled in him the (false?) impression that he’s got soul. Come rock or mock when Matchbox 20, Sugar Ray and Maroon 5 come to the E Center.

Hungry Like the Wolf
In keeping with the sudden outpour of new material from local bands, garage rockers The Wolfs release the requisite long-awaited album. Celebrate, support and get down at the underground. It’s all happening at the Urban Lounge, 241 S. 5th East.

Sunday June 1
SLUG’s Sunday Sinema Series hosts a showing of cult classic Donnie Darko at Brewvies. Come watch Jake Gyllenhaal talk to a big, scary, freaky, fake rabbit. If that doesn’t tempt you, the kick ass soundtrack (featuring ’80s cult icons Echo and the Bunnyman) should be incentive enough. Plus, it’s a classic—and you don’t want to be that loser who doesn’t understand Darko references. Proceeds benefit the underground rag’s Death By Salt compilation featuring the city’s finest local bands. It’s happening at 7 p.m. at Brewvies, 200 W. 677 South.

Monday June 2
Tuition is due!
Celebrate with some Ramen and Schlitz! Just when you thought you understood the true meaning of poverty...

The Old Ones Are Doing Time
The New Pornographers is one of those bands with a line-up that could be torn apart and reconfigured to form several additional stellar acts. Each member boasts mad skill. Fans of Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds might also note the presence of Neko Case. See what all the of the fuss is about at Liquid Joes, 1249 E. 3300 South.

Tuesday June 3
All Grown Up!
RED’s Pete Koelsch turns 22 today! Send money (in lieu of gifts) to our offices and we’ll make certain that he gets it. Really.There’s one thing Salt Lake is definitely missing: bands with music that reflects a love for monster movies, obscure ’50s rockabilly and sleazy sex. Fortunately, The Cramps are still around to temporarily fill the gap. The seminal punk rock act comes to town with Quintron and Miss Pussycat. Dress up like Lux Interior and freak everyone out. It all goes down at DV8, 115 S. West Temple.

There's one thing Salt Lake is definitely missing: bands with music that reflects a love for monster movies, obscure '50s rockabilly and sleazy sex. Fortunately, The Cramps are still around to temporarily fill the gap. The seminal punk rock act comes to town with Quintron and Miss Pussycat. Dress up like Lux Interior and freak everyone out. It all goes down at DV8, 115 S. West Temple

Thursday June 5
Dave Grohl Is Mighty Easy on the Eye
For those who have been living in a box for the past two decades, let’s catch up on a bit of music history: Dave Grohl used to drum for this little alternative band called Nirvana, however, the group disintegrated after its lead singer met an untimely demise, so Grohl decided to show everyone how he could sing, play guitar and make witty videos with his new band The Foo Fighters. Wheh! The Foos (don’t ever actually use this term in social settings) will play infectious, radio-friendly rock at the E Center.

Friday June 6
But I Want to go Fucking Ice Skating!
The Gallivan Center has closed down the rink, disappointing many winterphiles. However, now sun lovers can break free from their overly air-conditioned offices and take pleasure in the daily display of live music. Bring your leftover tuna casserole but please don't spill any on the lawn. They work hard to keep things clean. The Gallivan Center Lunch Bunch Concert Series runs Monday through Friday from noon to 1pm until Sept. 18. Fun times are located at 239 S. Main Street.

Saturday June 7
Holy Hardcore!
Most Precious Blood finished up its tour with A.F.I. and immediately jumped into another. Now it’s attacking the country with Terror and The Takeover, delivering passionately brutal music to devoted fans. The action takes place at DV8, 115 S. West Temple.

Boxers or Briefs?
Alchemy’s Dave Durrant recently played a good part of the band’s show with his jeans on the floor. The somewhat unusual display only added to the local rocker’s appeal. And if you have a problem with indecent exposure, just listen with your eyes closed. The music is worth it. Alchemy plays at Todd’s, 1051 S. 300 West.

Three Very Decent Options
Run Walk or Roll your way through the streets at Utah Pride’s 2nd Annual 5k.
Pride Day 2003—20th Anniversary, Washington/Library Square, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sunday June 8
Be Yourself Out Loud!
Come downtown and erase the false assumption that there’s more to Utah than bigots and polygamists.
Pride Parade opens at 300 South/State, North on State to South Temple, East on South Temple to 200 East, South on 200 East to Washington/Library Squares, 9 a.m.