Talmage Garn

Music Writer, Journalist, Radio

United States

Talmage Garn is a Utah-based music writer and radio journalist covering hip-hop, indie rock, and music history, with a focus on radio, streaming, sampling, and cultural scenes. He manages digital content for 92.5 The Beat (U92) and X96, providing context to new releases, live shows, and industry shifts. He holds a B.A. in Professional Writing from Portland State University and also produces beats under the alias LBOWDEEP.

Available for: features, artist interviews, scene reporting, liner notes, pro wrestling, and deep-dive explainers.

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Hip-Hop & R&B

92.5 The Beat - The Beat of Salt Lake
10/07/2025
Doja Cat's Top 15 Tracks: Timeline & Backstory

From "Mooo!" to "Paint the Town Red," here are the 15 Doja Cat songs that map her evolution-quick facts on age, height, ethnicity, and net worth.

92.5 The Beat - The Beat of Salt Lake
10/25/2023
Wu-Tang Clan Members | A Comprehensive Guide

Dive deep into the Wu-Tang Clan members, the group from Staten Island that reshaped hip-hop with their sound, style, and ethos. Learn more about each member.

92.5 The Beat - The Beat of Salt Lake
07/28/2023
Best Playboi Carti Songs | The Definitive Ranking

Embark on a sonic journey with our countdown of the best Playboi Carti songs. From ethereal beats to distinctive vocals, explore the genius of Playboi Carti.

92.5 The Beat - The Beat of Salt Lake
07/12/2023
How Many times was 50 Cent Shot? - 92.5 The Beat

How many times was 50 Cent shot? Discover the true story behind 50 Cent's infamous 2000 shooting, how he survived, and how it shaped his career."

92.5 The Beat - The Beat of Salt Lake
06/08/2023
Best Hip-Hop Dance Choreography in Music Videos

Explore the best Hip-Hop dance & R&B choreography in music videos. From MJ to Beyoncé, discover the moves that made music videos unforgettable.

92.5 The Beat - The Beat of Salt Lake
08/08/2023
"Back That Azz Up" | The Unlikely Twerk Classic

Dive into the ironic tale of Juvenile's 'Back That Azz Up,' the 90s hip-hop track that sparked the twerking craze and became an enduring cultural phenomenon.

92.5 The Beat - The Beat of Salt Lake
11/15/2023
Unveiling BIA (Rapper): A Guide - 92.5 The Beat

Explore the captivating journey of rapper BIA, from her unique style blending Spanish music and trap to her high-profile collaborations and hits.

92.5 The Beat - The Beat of Salt Lake
05/01/2023
Reliving the Best 2000s R&B Songs - 92.5 The Beat

Take a trip down memory lane as we explore the Best 2000s R&B Songs. Let the smooth tunes and iconic jams reignite your love for an unforgettable era of music.

92.5 The Beat - The Beat of Salt Lake
03/15/2023
Too Short Songs | Bay Area's Best - 92.5 The Beat

Take a trip down hyphy lane with our list of the best of Too Short songs that defined an era and a Bay Area! Discover more about one of hip-hop's greats.

Alternative Rock/Indie Rock

X96 - Utah's Original Alternative
03/20/2025
TV on the Radio's Genre-Bending Legacy - X96

TV on the Radio's sound is impossible to copy. Discover why this Brooklyn band remains one of a kind, from soulful harmonies to glitchy chaos.

X96 - Utah's Original Alternative
05/08/2024
Steve Albini | Iconic Producer Passes at 61 - X96

Steve Albini, acclaimed producer/engineer behind Nirvana, Pixies, and Shellac, died at 61. His signature live-sounding style left a lasting imprint on rock

X96 - Utah's Original Alternative
04/17/2025
How LCD Soundsystem Went From Indie to Icon - X96

How James Murphy turned DFA Records into a powerhouse-and gave us LCD Soundsystem in the process. Learn more about dance punk history and revisit some classics.

X96 - Utah's Original Alternative
11/29/2023
2023's Best Vinyl Reissues | Gift Guide - X96

Explore the most anticipated vinyl reissues of 2023! From Meteora to Dark Side of the Moon, discover limited editions and remastered classics.

X96 - Utah's Original Alternative
09/17/2025
The Secret Samples Behind Alt-Rock Classics - X96

Discover how New Order, Depeche Mode, and others turned film quotes, field recordings, and funk loops into alternative rock gold. Learn more about sampling.

Music History

100.7 & 105.5 BOB FM - 80s...90s...Whatever
06/26/2025
Needle Me This: Vinyl's Spinning Story - BOB FM

Explore U.S. vinyl record sales from the 1960s peak through decline, 90s near-death, and 21st-century revival. Learn market share shifts and vinyl's comeback.

Hip-Hop History - A complete timeline of Hip-Hop
06/23/2023
Iceberg Slim | Influence on Hip-Hop - Hip-Hop History

Join us on a journey through the gritty streets of hip-hop's past as we uncover the influence of author Iceberg Slim on the genre's lyrics, names, & aesthetic.

Pro Wrestling & Music