Zoe Jones

Zoë has been an Artsweek Editor since the 2016-17 school year and enjoys it much more than she lets on. In her free time, she enjoys reading Pitchfork and drinking chai lattes with almond milk (because, of course).

June 11, 2019

Father John Misty Undersells His Set at SB Bowl

By Zoe Jones

I’ve seen Father John Misty a total of three or four times now, so of course, I love the music. But I wasn’t convinced this time.

June 11, 2019

In Photos | Real Estate at SOhO

By Daily Nexus Photography, Zoe Jones

Last Wednesday, New Jersey beach rockers Real Estate took to the stage at SOhO for a late night show.

June 6, 2019

There is No Art to Succeeding: Farewell from a Former Editor

By Zoe Jones

I am so proud of the words that I wrote during my time at the Nexus. I will always cherish my time as an Artsweek Editor. This was all a part of my growth: a larger story that these four years are wrapped up in.

February 28, 2019

Black and I.V.: How I Live in Isla Vista

By Zoe Jones

Artsweek Editor Zoë Jones discusses her experiences as a Black woman who has lived in Isla Vista for four years.

February 27, 2019

Black Girls Like Guitars Too

By Zoe Jones

Music belongs to everyone, not only in parts deemed to be fit for certain groups.

January 17, 2019

‘Dissect’ Is the Music Podcast We All Needed

By Zoe Jones

Artsweek interviewed the host of the Spotify Original Podcast, Cole Cuchna, on passion projects, white discourse around black music and his own creative process when writing episodes for the show.

October 10, 2018

Yes, You Should Go See ‘A Star Is Born’

By Zoe Jones

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 soundtrack.

August 24, 2018

Artsweek’s 7 Favorite Local Places to Catch a Show

By Zoe Jones, Jasmine Rodriguez

From amphitheater concerts at the SB Bowl to backyard shows in I.V., Santa Barbara has a lot to offer when it comes to live music.

January 31, 2018

UCSB Swoons Over Smino

By Zoe Jones

His charisma and aesthetic are reminiscent of André 3000, down to his natural, grown-out hair and onstage gyrations. Like many soulful black artists, his relationship with the stage started in church and is still reflec...

January 18, 2018

New Talent: Isla Vista Bands to Watch in 2018

By Zoe Jones

Everyone watching the Isla Vista music scene, myself included, can’t wait to see what these bands are going to do.

December 8, 2017

The Year of the Album: a Look Into the Future of Media Consumption

By Zoe Jones

The advent of music editing technology has made the process of recording easier, slicker and faster — which makes a Beatles-esque creative yield even more achievable. This year, we saw a return to this level of relentl...

October 12, 2017

When Icons, Stars and Idols Go

By Zoe Jones

Perhaps the most comforting thing of all is this thought: An artist never truly dies, as long as there are people who are enabling their art to live on.

October 12, 2017

The Flaming Lips and Mac Demarco Ignite SB Bowl

By Zoe Jones

The Flaming Lips and Mac Demarco put on a weird, wonderful show — one that lit up the Santa Barbara Bowl with bright lights, beautiful colors and smiles alike.

September 28, 2017

Father John Misty Set to Enchant Arlington Theatre

By Zoe Jones

With the release of his latest album, Pure Comedy, Father John Misty took on a new role in the indie world. He has never been one to censor himself, but a shift in his focus is clear: He is looking outward more than he e...

August 24, 2017

Aoki, Electronica and the Live I.V. Music Scene

By Zoe Jones, William Emmons

When Aoki was merely 19, he was throwing roughly 20 shows a month out of his living room, recording tapes of every single one.

May 23, 2017

The Role of Art in Restoring a Community

By Zoe Jones, William Emmons

Singer and alumnus Jack Johnson got his start by playing shows in Isla Vista backyards. So, post-May 23, he decided to give a visit to his old stomping grounds and make sure UCSB and Isla Vista were not silenced.