In Photos | Welcome Back Concert 2025
By Production and Lance Sanchez
October 17, 2025 at 5:00 pm
Smino and IDK electrified Storke Plaza last week at UCSB’s annual Welcome Back Concert. The smaller crowd created an intimate vibe, giving both artists the chance to connect directly with fans. Students from every year came out to celebrate, kicking off the 2025-26 academic year with energy and excitement.
Both artists delivered a mix of their biggest hits and deep cuts, keeping the audience fully engaged. No matter what they performed, the crowd matched their energy, turning the night into a memorable celebration of music and community.
"IDK brings the energy on stage." (Lance Sanchez/ Daily Nexus)
"The crowd gets hyped." (Lance Sanchez/ Daily Nexus)
"Smino gets the crowd energized." (Lance Sanchez)
"Smino lies down as he sings his song." (Lance Sanchez/ Daily Nexus)
"Smino performs under the bright lights of the stage." (Lance Sanchez/ Daily Nexus)
"IDK sings passionately on stage." (Lance Sanchez/ Daily Nexus)
"Smino raps in front of Storke Tower." (Lance Sanchez/ Daily Nexus)
"Smino dances on stage." (Lance Sanchez/ Daily Nexus)
"IDK takes it all in on stage." (Lance Sanchez/ Daily Nexus)
"IDK enjoys the cheers from the crowd." (Lance Sanchez/ Daily Nexus)
Lance Sanchez has been a member of the Daily Nexus since 2023, serving as Assistant Data Editor in 2024 before becoming Data Editor in 2025. Under his and the other editors’ leadership, the Data Section has earned multiple awards from the California College Media Association and the Associated Collegiate Press (ACP) National College Media Convention. In addition to his editorial work, Lance is an active contributor to the Nexus Photo Team, capturing major campus and community events such as The Warmup, headlined by Big Sean, and the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
Amazing photos from the Welcome Back Concert – such a great vibe and energy throughout the event. Can’t wait for more campus moments like this. Also shoutout to everyone getting ready for the semester – don’t forget to stop by hair cut before heading out – fresh look, fresh semester.
¿Qué pasa, chavales? Encontré este rincón de casualidad navegando por un foro de ocio en es. Lo que más me llamó la atención fue el diseño tan limpio que tiene. Después de una semana horrible donde solo veía números rojos, decidí apostar lo último que me quedaba en WinAirlines centrándome en las slots online. La jugada me salió redonda porque gané una suma considerable que no solo pagó mis pérdidas, sino que me dejó muy satisfecho con la tarde.