Azizi Gibson Electrifies Velvet Jones
Though his set was brief, his performance was packed with energy and enthusiasm. The venue itself is probably what contributed to the overall enjoyment of the concert.
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Toro Y Moi Is Blissed Out at SOhO
Toro Y Moi is a total icon, not only in image and cultural positioning but also in diverse musicianship, intimate performative value and sheer, raw talent.
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Jonah Hill Kickflips Into Our Hearts with ‘Mid90s’
Hill was able to create a skate movie without any of the generic tricks and references that frequently plague the genre.
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Experimental Folk and Electronic Sounds Saturate Biko Garage
The Biko House is one of five student housing Co-ops in Isla Vista that stresses the importance of inclusion while supporting a community free of discrimination.
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Songs to Cry to During Midterms: An Artsweek Playlist
In honor of midterms season, Artsweek has compiled a playlist of songs that are the perfect catalyst for emotional release.
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‘Halloween’: In Review
“Halloween” having yet another sequel at this point kind of just sounds like having another “Paranormal Activity.”
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Young Thug Brings Energy to Hallo-weekend
A.S. Program Board pulled through and succeeded yet again in another year of bringing Gauchos together during the harsh times of our annual Halloween lockdown.
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Tom Hardy Delivers Stellar Performance in ‘Venom’
Even if you don’t particularly enjoy the film, I’d highly recommend staying for the scene during the closing credits.
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Young Thug To Headline Delirium 2018
Superstar rapper and contemporary poet Young Thug has been announced as the headliner for Delirium, the annual Halloween show from A.S. Program Board.
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SG Lewis Makes His Return to SB With an Arsenal of New Sounds
Lewis has proven his ability to master a myriad of sounds, and if Wednesday night was any indicator of how effective his forthcoming album will be in telling the narrative he intends, I am positive he...
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Desert Daze 2018: In Review
Though there were some pretty big hiccups with the organization and execution of this festival, Desert Daze still gave its attendees a great playground to meet new people, camp, swim and, of course, e...
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Yes, You Should Go See ‘A Star Is Born’
Bradley Cooper, who also directed and produced the film, plays disenchanted country singer Jackson Maine in earnest, performing all of the songs and even earning a few writing credits on the soundtrac...
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Cuco Welcomes Students Back in Annual Storke Show
Cuco is not motivated by money or “making it big” with a record label; he’s doing music because that’s what he’s always wanted to do.
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Miguel Closes Out Summer at SB Bowl
The stage presence of Miguel is articulate and precise, alarmingly reminiscent of the way Michael Jackson used to move about the stage and command his audience’s attention.
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Bloom by Troye Sivan: A Mature Leap Toward Pop Stardom
Sivan’s bright, fruitful and flowery imagery subverts the typical masculine pop archetype, perhaps ushering in a new era of artists who reject toxic masculinity and embrace vulnerability.
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