Madilyn Paige performs new material at Velour

August 30, 2018

Reading Time: 2 minutes Over 200 people attended to hear the siren-like voice of Madilyn Paige, a 21-year-old singer-songwriter from Utah that has come to UVU many times. Debuting her new album at Velour Theater on Aug. 26, this will be her second time performing at the local Provo theater. She performed some of her favorite covers such as […]

Orem’s new event center will be more than just a music venue

August 16, 2018

Reading Time: 2 minutes The Rise, a new venue in Orem, recently launched its release party showcasing diversity in talented local artists on Aug. 4. The grand opening, which lasted from seven p.m. to midnight last Saturday, included eclectic musical performances from bands and artists in varying genres. Although rain pounded on the streets outside, the booming bass lines […]

The Backseat Lovers take Velour Battle of the Bands by storm

August 1, 2018

Reading Time: 3 minutes The Backseat Lovers are a rising band based out of Heber City – and one to definitely keep your eyes on. Within two months, they have already made impressive achievements. The band members have released “Elevator Days”, their indie rock EP twinged with the right mix of folk. This June, they won the Velour’s Battle […]

GENTRI prepares for fifth album with upcoming Covey Center shows

July 24, 2018

Reading Time: 2 minutes Local music group GENTRI – “The Gentlemen Trio” – are preparing for the release of their fifth studio album. Members Casey Elliott, Brad Robins and Bradley Quinn Lever originally bonded over their love for musical theatre. The three tenors met when performing in leading roles in Les Miserables at the Hale Center Theater directed by […]

Native Utahns, Foreign Figures, set to release Overzealous EP in late July

July 11, 2018

Reading Time: 3 minutes Foreign Figures, a music group originating from Orem, Utah, recently signed with KnightVision records. This music label will help the band release and gain traction for their thought-provoking and influential EP, Overzealous. Band members Eric Michels, Steve Michels, Seth Dunshee and Jonny Tanner formed their music group in 2014, meeting one another while attending UVU […]

Where To See Homegrown Live Music This Summer

August 5, 2015

Reading Time: 2 minutes Lee Thomas | Lifestyle Editor | @leenis85   Local music shows have become a huge part of summertime in Utah County. The following is a brief compendium to help you plan accordingly. Whether it’s up in the mountains or in the heart of the city, the U.C. is far from short of things to do. […]

Sammy’s Cafe food and events

September 29, 2011

Reading Time: 2 minutes Think of the best piece of pie you have ever eaten. Now imagine that piece of pie being shoved into a blender and turned into a creamy, rich shake topped with whipped cream. Welcome to Sammy’s Cafe.   Sammy’s Cafe joined the Provo eateries in May 2008. The new, hip burger joint was named after […]

Let’s talk about it: Desert Noises

September 26, 2011

Reading Time: 2 minutes Desert Noises have been a local favorite for a few years now.   With the help of local artist Joshua James and Slowtrain records, the band is releasing their first full-length album, Mountain Sea as an LP record. The band will celebrate the release of their record with a show on Monday September 26 at […]

Elizabethan Report is in

September 21, 2009

Reading Time: < 1 minute Funky and  chaotic dance rhythms will be enjoyed by any who visit Velour on Sept. 26 to see homegrown alternative/indie band Elizabethan Report. The band recently moved to Los Angeles, but they will return to play with One Man Short, also a local Utah band from Springville. Elizabethan Report is known for its clever songs, […]