Cameron David Smith

November 15, 2007

Music: “Hvarf-Heim”

By Cameron David Smith

"Heima" means "at home," which is where Sigur Rós' newest album, Hvarf-Heim, takes the listener.

November 8, 2007

Walking With A Ghost

By Cameron David Smith

On a cold Halloween night when many people were putting the finishing touches on their costumes, Tegan and Sara were getting ready to play at the Lobero Theater.

October 25, 2007

This Is Halloween

By Cameron David Smith

Halloween is something that I.V. is well known for, not to mention an excuse for the kind of debauchery that normally destroys reputations.

October 18, 2007

Write Stuff Sweet, Sweet Satire

By Cameron David Smith

Between studying for school, making money and attempting to squeeze in a social life, most college students have trouble finding the time to read for fun.

October 11, 2007

Strummer’s Saga

By Cameron David Smith

Any music fanatic or self-proclaimed punk knows the phrase "the only band worth knowing" can only refer to one group - the Clash. The Clash, which formed in 1976, revolutionized rock 'n' roll, and lead singer Joe Strumme...

September 27, 2007

The Bleeding Heart Show

By Cameron David Smith

Last Thursday night, I had the pleasure of witnessing one of the best bands play at the Henry Fonda Music Box Theatre. The New Pornographers are one of those bands that no matter which song they play, the audience knows ...

September 20, 2007

The Mouse That Does Not Squeak

By Cameron David Smith

Playing the Santa Barbara Bowl last Friday was Modest Mouse - a band that needs no introduction to the Santa Barbara crowd.

May 10, 2007

More Cleese Please

By Cameron David Smith

In front of a sold-out crowd, John Cleese was entertaining those that attended the screening of "Life of Brian" before he even took to the stage.

May 3, 2007

Opening Up

By Cameron David Smith

When attending a concert, the opening acts have the power to make a concert one of the best or in some cases, the worst. Either way, the opening band is crucial to any concertgoers' experience.

April 26, 2007