Congratulations to U. Utah Phillips on receiving the “Best of the West Performer” award at this year’s Folk Alliance Region West Conference. The “Best of the West” Awards honor musicians within the folk community whose talents and efforts have established them as true leaders. The judges look at excellence in one’s craft, enduring presence in the western Folk community for a decade or more, and embodiment or building upon Folk values and traditions. We couldn’t agree with their choice more!