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).

May 1, 2017

Tracks of the Month: April 2017

By William Emmons, Max Pasion-Gonzales, Zoe Jones

Following a controversial Fox News sample invalidating his lyrical effectiveness, Kendrick's "DNA." is a fierce declaration of war that rattles the musical and political world to its very core.

April 13, 2017

Homeshake Brings Silky Sounds to Storke

By Zoe Jones

Homeshake does not boast a sound that is daytime-ready, but nonetheless, the soulful melodies were pleasantly warm.

February 10, 2017

Six Songs About Girls: A Valentine’s Day Playlist

By Zoe Jones

Sugar, spice and everything nice.

January 18, 2017

Dawes, Dad Rock and the Modern Meaning of Genre

By Zoe Jones

Genres are, in fact, boxes; they’re compartmentalized for conveniently choosing what we want to consume in a culture constantly flooded with new music. However, some music is best created by challenging these very cate...

November 8, 2016

Election 2016: 6 Songs for a Young, Apprehensive Voter

By Zoe Jones

Let’s cling to our technology, put our earphones on and reflect on politically aware songs of the past and present.

September 29, 2016

Iron & Wine: Mighty Fine

By Zoe Jones

“I don’t have a setlist,” the musician cooed lowly into the microphone... He then welcomed requests, prompting polite shouts from the audience for music old and new.

August 25, 2016

Frank Ocean, ‘Blonde’ and the Visual Album

By Zoe Jones

Using the phrase “long-awaited” would be trite in welcoming the release of Frank Ocean’s third album. The reclusive writer, singer and producer has been clamored after since last summer when fans were promised new ...

May 26, 2016

Rudy Francisco Shares Truth in Poetry

By Zoe Jones

The AΦA/ Poet's Club event was smartly structured; the first hour was a showcase featuring members from the club, and the second hour was slated for Rudy Francisco’s set.

May 24, 2016

Lumineers Ho-Hey Their Way to SB Bowl

By Zoe Jones

The Lumineers translate the passion of their music into one of the most emotional, genuine shows a band could put on, which they're bringing to SB Bowl on May 28th.

January 21, 2016

Beach Punks Surfer Blood Rock SOhO

By Zoe Jones

My first time attempting to find downtown Santa Barbara’s SOhO music club proved to be more difficult than I thought it would. As I wandered down State Street in the frigid, 45-degree weather, I thought, “This show b...

January 10, 2016

Surfer Blood Coming to SOhO

By Zoe Jones

Despite the abundance of recent California rain, you can still jam to music intended for 90-degree weather. Beach rockers Surfer Blood will take the stage on Tuesday, Jan. 12 at SOhO Music Club in Downtown Santa Barbara ...

October 19, 2015

Twelve Songs that Sound Like a Pumpkin Spice Latte

By Zoe Jones

For lots of you, it may be hard to believe that it’s officially fall. Despite being early October, some days it can still be up to 80 degrees outside. So, to help ease you into a more autumnal mood, here’s 12 cozy, f...