Music

In Review: “Pony” by Rex Orange County

November 20, 2019 by

Released in late October by Sony Music Entertainment, Rex Orange County’s third LP, “Pony,” graduates from the homespun, DIY aesthetic that characterized his earlier work.
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10 Songs for Your (Soon-To-Be) Ex

November 19, 2019 by and

Who doesn’t like a good song recommendation by their (soon-to-be ex) significant other?
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A Weekend of Music, Fun and Boos: Camp Flog Gnaw ‘19

November 14, 2019 by

Tyler, the Creator brought weirdos together for the eighth year at his annual Camp Flog Gnaw music festival, giving fans a weekend of seesawing emotions.
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Extremophiles Bring Excitement to Campus at Noon Storke Show

November 5, 2019 by

Those who were lucky enough to catch the hour-long ensemble were graced with good vibes from the Isla Vista/Temecula masterpiece.
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Tracks of the Month: October 2019

November 3, 2019 by

Check out this list of October's tracks of the month for some new recommendations to add to your handy-dandy Spotify playlist!
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Inside Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes With Thom Yorke

November 2, 2019 by

Thom Yorke, renowned for his role as the lead singer and songwriter for the critically acclaimed electronic rock group Radiohead, flooded the Santa Barbara Bowl last Friday.
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Tenacious D Rocks Arlington Theater

October 31, 2019 by

Laughter and cheers filled Arlington Theatre in downtown Santa Barbara as Tenacious D took the stage on Oct. 27 for the second-to-last stop of the Post-Apocalypto Tour.
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Six Songs That Will Scare Your Parents This Halloween

October 31, 2019 by and

Here are some of the best songs for you to blast on your speaker to give your parents a good fright this Halloween.
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DJ Mustard, Leikeli47 and Kenny Beats Ignite HalloWeekend at the UCSB Thunderdome

October 31, 2019 by

Last weekend, Associated Students Program Board hosted the fifth annual Delirium concert in which DJ Mustard headlined and gave Gauchos an unforgettable night of music at the Thunderdome.
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Hozier Takes the Santa Barbara Bowl to Church

October 31, 2019 by

The genre of Hozier’s work is categorized as blues, indie rock, soul and contemporary R&B, but more importantly his music is simply the kind you want to sing along to.
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Adult Swim Festival to Hit L.A. This November

October 28, 2019 by

After its initial debut last year, the Adult Swim Festival is back for lovers of music and comedy alike with its diverse lineup of both musical artists and comedians. Held by the television network Ad...
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Local I.V. Musicians Come Together for Surf Team Fundraiser

October 28, 2019 by

The fundraiser was held at a house on Segovia Road, where members of the surf team, their friends and anyone else who wanted to join came together to listen to five talented local bands and musicians ...
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The Significance of “Industry Plants” in the Music Community

October 10, 2019 by

Coined by the hip-hop community, "industry plant" is most often used to undermine an artist as being nothing more than a pawn in a record label’s quest for industry domination.
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In Photos | Welcome Back Concert with YBN Nahmir and Vincent

October 3, 2019 by and

Trap star YBN Nahmir electrified Storke Plaza last weekend, welcoming Gauchos back to campus with an evening of flashing lights, rap and opportunities for students to dance on stage.
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Gary Clark Jr. Brings Blues and Rock to Santa Barbara Bowl

October 3, 2019 by

On tour for his most recent album “This Land,” Gary Clark Jr. electrified, mesmerized and satisfied passionate fans last Friday night at the Santa Barbara Bowl.
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