City Weekly · Music
MUSIC PICKS MAY 14 - MAY 20
Eric Johnson @ Commonwealth Room 5/15, Baby Keem @ The Union 5/16, Snail Mail @ Metro Music Hall 5/16, and more.
Eric Johnson @ Commonwealth Room 5/15 Ever since he broke through with his third album (1990’s Ah Via Musicom ), Austin, Tex. guitarist Eric Johnson has been a prominent musical figure and a widely-admired guitar hero. From his start, Johnson wedded dazzling technique to a strong melodic sense, gaining fans along the way.
His pre-fame work included a time leading Electromagnets, a fusion outfit compared to John McLaughlin’s Mahavishnu Orchestra.
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Places in this story
- Kilby Court
Beloved all-ages venue anchoring Salt Lake City's indie and DIY music scene.
- Metro Music Hall
Downtown · Downtown live music venue and bar hosting touring and local acts, drag nights, and dance parties.