MUSIC PICKS JAN 16 - JAN 22 

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• Swerved By Blondes

Swerved By Blondes, Lonely Heights, The Bombshell Flowers @ Kilby Court 1/18
Are you hitting some fun shows so far in 2025? If you haven't been to any, or you need another one to enjoy, you may want to consider this lovely local lineup. Swerved By Blondes is well-known for their fun, loud and exciting sound. You'll be able to take all of that in as they play the entirety of their newest EP, Dead Inside With a Side of Fries. The title track for the EP, released in January 2024, has quickly become one of the band's most streamed songs. It's insanely energetic, and the rock sound they've honed in on is extremely addicting. Other songs on this EP include previous releases "Rainfall" and "High School Hijinx," songs with the same fun and intense energy as the title track. Joining Swerved By Blondes is Lonely Heights, a fellow rock band who is celebrating their newest single "Drowning," a contemplative track with heartfelt lyrics and driving sound. Also on the bill is The Bombshell Flowers, who have unveiled two brand new songs in time for this show. Head out to Kilby Court on Saturday, Jan 18 at 7 p.m. to hear their new songs and jam out with Swerved By Blondes and Lonely Heights. Tickets for the all-ages show are $10 and can be found at 24tix.com. (Emilee Atkinson)

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• Tank and the Bangas

Tank and the Bangas @ The Commonwealth Room 1/18
One of the most intriguing and compelling musical acts to gain national attention in recent years is Tank and the Bangas. The New Orleans-based group combines spoken word, hip-hop, gospel and other styles into a unique sound all its own. Tank and the Bangas won the prestigious Tiny Desk Contest in 2017, and has released three studio albums, a live set and no fewer than seven EPs to date, with their latest, the vinyl Floating EP, released in November. Slam poet Tarriona "Tank" Ball started the group in 2011; her approach of alternating sections of spoken word, freestyle rap and spirited vocals earned the group a strong following in New Orleans and beyond. A breath of fresh air on NOLA's musical scene, Tank and the Bangas offered up a modern alternative to the city's jazz traditions. With wide exposure has come even more recognition: the group scored Grammy nominations in 2020 (Best New Artist) and 2023 (Best Progressive R&B Album). They were nominated yet again in 2024—this time for Best Global Music Performance—for "Todo Colores," the group's collaboration with renowned trumpeter Ibrahim Maalouf and Havana-based singer-songwriter Cimafunk. Tank and the Bangas come to the Commonwealth Room on Saturday, Jan 18 at 8 p.m. Austin Brown and BLVK CVSTLE open this 21+ show. Tickets are $32, available at axs.com. (Bill Kopp)

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• PhaseOne

Basscase @ The Complex 1/18
Last year's BASSCASE by V2 Presents was a success, and now they're back with another round to start off 2025. It's by far the rowdiest, heaviest night for bass-lovers in Salt Lake City. On their website, V2 says, "This year, expect walls shaking, speakers booming, and a bass-driven experience in every room of the venue that you won't forget. From relentless drops to unstoppable wubs, BASSCASE is here to deliver. Expect it loud. Expect it rowdy!" Enough said! This year, the lineup is stacked with local support from Derksta, DJ Rondo, homesixck, Kenny Pham, Neon Drip, RamZ, Salem, and SHSTR, proving that our city is bursting with talent. Top bass DJ/producers include: Austeria, Calcium, Dirtysnatcha, Friction, Kill Safari, MUZZ, Rated R, Smoakland, Stoned Level, YVM3, and Awon; but the headliners Deathpact and PhaseOne will be the stars of the show. Deathpact keeps his identity secret with his signature LED mask, but is an undeniably popular powerhouse despite the anonymity. Check out his collaborations with Rezz, Zeds Dead and 1788-L for a taste. PhaseOne's distinct sound can be described as "metal meets electronic," and has earned millions of streams globally as well as multiple sold-out headlining shows and festivals including such events as Tomorrowland, EDC, Rampage and Lost Lands. Doors open at 6 p.m. at The Complex. This is an 18+ show with a separate 21+ bar area. Tier two tickets cost $55. Go to v2presents.com. (Arica Roberts)

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• Collective Soul

Collective Soul @ The Union 1/20
There's something to be said about a group that not only survives the passing of time and trends, but also manages to deliver the same steadfast energy and exuberance even some 30 years on. Credit Collective Soul with doing that and more. The band, which still includes seminal members Ed Roland (vocals/guitar), Dean Roland (rhythm guitar), Will Turpin (bass/background vocals), Jesse Triplett (lead guitar/background vocals) and Johnny Rabb (drums/background vocals), released a critically acclaimed double-album—aptly titled Here To Eternity—this past May, and watched it climb to the top of the charts and garner some of the best sales of their career. Interestingly enough, they also managed to connect the present with the past, having recorded that latest effort at Elvis Presley's legendary estate in Palm Springs, making them the the only musicians other than The King himself to utilize the landmark where Elvis and Priscilla Presley spent their honeymoon and celebrated their Las Vegas wedding in 1967. That's an impressive legacy to live up to, but more than that, it's the confidence, credibility and endurance Collective Soul have maintained throughout the years that allowed them to make their music in such an auspicious setting. Then again, their drive and determination have never been in doubt, as they're sure to prove when they visit our environs. To borrow the title of one of their best-known songs, there's no doubt that Collective Soul continues to "Shine." Collective Soul performs at The Union on Monday, Jan 20 at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $42.50 GA at ticketmaster.com. (Lee Zimmerman)