The Mother Hips Bring Indie-Rock Psychedelia to Salt Lake City

The veteran California band plays two shows at The State Room this weekend.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 6:06pm

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A striking black and white illustration featuring the silhouettes of two guitar necks crossing, conveying the indie rock sound of the band The Mother Hips.The Mother Hips bring their signature indie-rock psychedelia to Salt Lake City for a two-night stand at The State Room.Chico Today

The Mother Hips, a veteran indie-rock band formed in Chico, California in 1990, is bringing their signature laidback psychedelic sound to The State Room in Salt Lake City for two shows on April 10-11. The band has charted its own unique musical path over the past three decades, evolving from an early indie-rock style to a more expansive psychedelic sound.

Why it matters

The Mother Hips have built a loyal following over their long career, known for their blend of psychedelic influences and indie-rock sensibilities. Their shows at The State Room will give local fans a chance to experience the band's singular sound live.

The details

Formed in 1990 in Chico, California, The Mother Hips have released numerous albums showcasing their indie-rock take on psychedelia, emphasizing a laidback vibe that the band's co-founder Tim Bluhm has described as 'It takes a long time to sound like yourself.' The group is known for its improvisational live performances and ability to blend genres.

  • The Mother Hips will perform at The State Room in Salt Lake City on April 10-11, 2026.

The players

The Mother Hips

An indie-rock band formed in 1990 in Chico, California, known for their blend of psychedelic influences and laidback sound.

Tim Bluhm

Co-founder of The Mother Hips, known for his quote 'It takes a long time to sound like yourself.'

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What they’re saying

“It takes a long time to sound like yourself...”

— Tim Bluhm, Co-founder, The Mother Hips

The takeaway

The Mother Hips' shows at The State Room will give local fans a chance to experience the band's singular blend of indie-rock and psychedelia, showcasing their ability to evolve their sound over their three-decade career.