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MUSIC PICKS APR 9 - APR 15
The Mother Hips @ State Room 4/10-4/11, KBP Local Highlight @ Kilby Court 4/11, Bear Grillz @ VIP Event Center 4/11, and more.
The Mother Hips @ State Room 4/10-4/11 Formed in 1990 in Chico, California, The Mother Hips have resolutely charted their own unique musical path. Early releases showcased an indie-rock take on psychedelia, emphasizing a laidback vibe that delivered rich emotional texture in a seemingly effortless, unhurried manner.
Critics sometimes compared the band to overrated acts (Grateful Dead) and criminally underrated ones (Moby Grape), but the truth lies somewhere in the middle, as The Mother Hips don’t draw overtly from the sound or character of any specific musical forebears.
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- Kilby Court
Beloved all-ages venue anchoring Salt Lake City's indie and DIY music scene.
- The State Room
Downtown listening room for Americana, indie, and songwriter sets.