Mack the Knife

Brooklynite Bryan Scary and his supporting band, the Shredding Tears, achieve liftoff with their second album, Flight of the Knife, an exceedingly bizarre concept album about the heroic endeavors of Airship Valentine and his quest to commandeer the Knife, otherwise known as “the greatest flying machine ever to take to the skies.” And then there’s the fact that the album is inspired by a lengthy postmodern novel by Thomas Pychon (2005’s Against the Day).

Spring Break Embraces Lewd Nudes

I have never had sex on Spring Break. That confession isn’t meant to negate my credibility – in fact, it’s supposed to do just the opposite.

Never Gonna Get This Song Out of My Head

After overhearing a complete moron tell his friend that the Weather wasn’t funny yesterday, I couldn’t help but be amazed at how many people forget about April Fools Day each year.

Source of County Campaign Funds Elicits Questions

Third district county supervisor candidate David Smyser recently received some criticism after it was announced that his campaign accepted large donations from companies linked to a New York land developer.

On the Menu Makes a French Connection

Whether you’re looking for a table for two, a place to bring your parents or a classic lunch spot, let On the Menu transport you to the city of lights with every delicious bite from these local French restaurants.

Gauchos Demolish Waves at Home

There are tough wins, there are easy wins, and then there are flat out blowouts. UC Santa Barbara’s 14-0 triumph yesterday afternoon at Caesar Uyesaka Stadium against Pepperdine can only be classified as the latter.

Nicki’s Nifty News

Maybe it’s this weekend’s Floatopia that has everyone feeling giddy, or maybe everyone just found a dollar in their coat pockets. It seems to me like we’ve all been in a better mood since we got back from Spring Break.

‘Free’ Society Is Still Shackled by Labels

Why is it so appealing to go to the zoo to see beautiful creatures bound up in cages? My explanation is we relate unconsciously to these animals because likewise, society has put each of us into similar cages.

Sheriff’s Dept. Weeds Out Goleta Grower

Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s detectives discovered nearly $1 million worth of marijuana last Friday in what was called “the most sophisticated indoor grow ever seen in the county,” according to a sheriff’s department press release.

SB Hits Road in Search of Playoff Spot

When the #14 UCSB men’s volleyball team steps foot onto #7 UCLA’s Pauley Pavilion court today, more than just a bitter rivalry will be running through the Gauchos’ minds.