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Record Recap: Four Years Since Rejjie Snow’s “Dear Annie”

February 18, 2022 by

“Dear Annie,” the Dublin-based rapper’s debut full-length album, details both the blossoming and slow passing of a relationship.   
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10 Rom-Coms to Soothe Your Lonely, Bitter Heart Post-Valentine’s Day

February 18, 2022 by

This year’s V-Day may have come and gone, but for those of you who can still feel the love in the air, here are 10 flicks to keep you in the romantic spirit.
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Valentine’s Day Listicle: Love Songs Throughout the Decades

February 14, 2022 by

For those alone on Valentine’s Day (or for those couples who are still hopeless romantics), here are some timeless songs – throughout the decades – to add to your playlist this month.
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Valentine’s Day Playlist: 14 Songs, 14 Scenarios

February 10, 2022 by

Here are 14 songs (and some honorable mentions) for 14 possible scenarios you may encounter on Feb. 14. 
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Artsweek on Spotify: Valentine’s Day Tracks for the Hopeful Heart

February 10, 2022 by

With Valentine’s Day approaching, I thought what better way to celebrate than to give to those reading this a playlist from the depths of my more or less emotionally wounded, yet hopeful, heart. 
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In Review: Mitski’s “Laurel Hell” Waves Away Sad Girl Season

February 10, 2022 by

Mitski has just released her sixth studio album, “Laurel Hell,” but don’t get confused. It is by no means “Sad Girl Season.”
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Tracks of the Month: January 2022

February 8, 2022 by

Here's Artsweek's selection of the best tracks to kick off 2022!
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Literature in Review: Insane Girls Thinking About Stuff

February 4, 2022 by

So, for this book review, we’re celebrating the insane girls and the wacky women who look at life differently.
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Morganfield Burnett & Da Blues Bring the Real Deal to Isla Vista

February 3, 2022 by

Morganfield Burnett & Da Blues brought their New Orleans-inspired unique fusion of jazz, blues, soul and Americana straight to the heart of Isla Vista. 
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UCSB Library Hosts Beyond The Wall: The Prison Art Resistance Exhibit

January 28, 2022 by

The UC Santa Barbara Library hosted the Gaucho Underground Scholars Program on Jan. 19 for an online opening event and curator discussion of their exhibit, Beyond The Wall: The Prison Art Resistance.
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Artsweek’s Most Anticipated Pop Culture Releases of 2022

January 28, 2022 by

From books to shows to movies and music, it’s shaping up to be an exciting year for arts and entertainment. Let’s check out 2022’s most exciting releases.
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On This Day: Revisiting Beach House’s Masterpiece Album “Teen Dream” 12 Years Later

January 26, 2022 by

If someone were to ask me to name all of the albums that have completely swept me off my feet, “Teen Dream,” Beach House’s third studio album, would easily be one of them.
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Literature in Review: Shabby Chic Lyricism Shines in “Some Things I Still Can’t Tell You”

January 25, 2022 by

Collins’ deeply personal collection systematically covers love, loss, lust, childhood, parenting, the joys (and dangers) of jogging in Los Angeles and the disintegration of a romantic partnership.
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Staff Writer Picks for Most Anticipated Albums of 2022

January 24, 2022 by

Here are Artsweek writer Lorna Kruesel’s most anticipated albums of 2022!
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In Review: The Lumineers Release Their Fourth Studio Album “Brightside”

January 24, 2022 by

“Brightside” is an ode to the love stories from all walks of life, and all the poignant and wistful pain that accompanies them. 
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