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May 24, 2022

In Review: Rina Sawayama Goes to Hell With Signature Style

By Sam Franzini

The multitalented musician released “This Hell,” the lead single to her album releasing this fall, “Hold The Girl.”

May 19, 2022

In Review: The Mystery of Marilyn Monroe Lives On in “The Unheard Tapes”

By Gabriel O'Brien

“The Mystery of Marilyn Monroe: The Unheard Tapes” absorbs viewers who may be interested in history, Hollywood or just casual enthusiasts of conspiracies.

May 19, 2022

Student Film “Figment” Explores the Absurd and Surreal

By Gabriel O'Brien

Stay tuned this summer for the release of an all-UC Santa Barbara student-led film called “Figment," an absurdist comedy about someone who realizes they’re living inside someone else’s dream.

May 19, 2022

A$AP Ferg, Dayglow and Valentino Khan Headline Extravaganza 2022

By Marisol Cruz

On May 15, UCSB students made their way to Harder Stadium to watch rapper A$AP Ferg, indie-pop band Dayglow and disc jockey Valentino Khan perform, free of charge. 

May 16, 2022

David Sedaris Brings Trademark Wit to Santa Barbara’s Granada Theatre

By Sam Franzini

As a champion of dry humor and satirical writing, Sedaris showed that he holds up and can pen a laugh-out-of-your-chair story even 30 years into his career.

May 14, 2022

In Review: The Welcome Solar Powerification of Carly Rae Jepsen

By Sam Franzini

"Western Wind" shows a more vulnerable, freer side to Jepsen, and her allusions to love as a natural process are refreshing and peaceful.

May 12, 2022

Lorde’s Solar Power Tour Felt Right at Home at the Santa Barbara Bowl

By Sam Franzini

The “Solar Power” album, a testament to living in the moment and appreciating the nature that surrounds us, was perfect for the venue.

May 11, 2022

Orville Peck Showcases “Queer Country” at The Arlington Theatre

By Graham Glass

Multitalented country singer Orville Peck was in Santa Barbara for the first time on his Bronco tour in support of his most recent album of the same name. 

May 10, 2022

In Review: Tove Lo Continues Her Winning Streak With “No One Dies From Love”

By Sam Franzini

Based on “No One Dies From Love,” her upcoming record is likely to fit perfectly into her already solid discography.

May 8, 2022

Dancers off the Stage: “Visions of Vibrancy” Spring Dance Concert

By Isabella Chichioco

The annual UC Santa Barbara Spring Dance Concert, “Visions of Vibrancy,” highlighted the talent of senior dancers as they showcased their dancing and choreography skills.

May 8, 2022

“The Unwritten Books”: Best of National Poetry Month

By Artsweek Staff

As National Poetry Month closes, here are some of the Artsweek staff’s favorite poems!

May 8, 2022

Literature in Review: The Future

By Sam Franzini

With a malfunctioning robot, a memory innovation and a happiness index, three writers attempt to peek into our future.

May 4, 2022

Tracks of the Month: April 2022

By Artsweek Staff

Here are some of the Artsweek staff's favorite new tracks from April!

May 1, 2022

Disclosure at the Santa Barbara Bowl

By Graham Glass

House music fans and those who like to have a good time are destined for a night of great music, stellar visuals and incredible vibes all around.

April 30, 2022

Record Recap: Revisiting Kevin Abstract’s “ARIZONA BABY” Four Years Later

By Lorna Kruesel

“ARIZONA BABY” has incredible production value and proved itself as Abstract’s strongest album.

April 30, 2022

In Review: “Killing Eve” Season 4, A Crushing Ending for a Riveting Series

By Anissa Estrada

BBC America’s spy-thriller “Killing Eve” has finally come to an end with its fourth and final season after a four-year-long run. In this season everything comes to a head in a disappointing end.