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In Review: Pop Princess Taylor Swift Paints the Town Red With “Red (Taylor’s Version)”

November 18, 2021 by

“Red (Taylor’s Version)” is a re-recording of her fourth studio album “Red,” and it’s not surprising that it’s even better than when it first came out. 
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In Review: Beach House Releases the First Chapter of Their Upcoming Album “Once Twice Melody”

November 18, 2021 by

At midnight on Wednesday, Nov. 10, Baltimore-based musical duo Beach House sent their fans into a sublime trance with the release of the first chapter of their upcoming album, “Once Twice Melody.”
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In Review: ABBA Returns To Deliver More Polished Pop Anthems

November 11, 2021 by

After 40 years of downtime, demand from fans and numerous pushbacks, ABBA’s ninth album, “Voyage,” was released last Friday.
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On This Day: A Tribe Called Quest’s “Midnight Marauders,” Rap’s Most Uplifting Classic Album

November 9, 2021 by

A Tribe Called Quest's third studio album, “Midnight Marauders,” is the pinnacle of their fun style and has stood the test of time as a never-ending party inviting all to join. 
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Delirium 2021: Rappers Denzel Curry and Doechii Light Up Storke Plaza

November 4, 2021 by

Doechii and Denzel Curry both showcased their remarkable talent and versatility as musicians and the ebullient crowd that descended upon Storke Plaza demonstrated, as always, that UCSB does it better.
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Artsweek on Spotify: Study Tunes To Get Through Midterm Season

November 3, 2021 by

I found that I can be productive with my studying while listening to music with words, so I present to you a little collection of songs I enjoy listening to while studying. 
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Violinist Vijay Gupta and Essayist Pico Iyer Take the Stage at Campbell Hall

November 3, 2021 by

On Thursday, Oct. 28, violinist and citizen artist Vijay Gupta and essayist Pico Iyer took the stage at Campbell Hall to discuss wholeness, homelessness and music. 
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Dream Through the End of the World With Lana Del Rey’s “Blue Banisters”

November 2, 2021 by

The record is so calming and beautiful that if you were to fall asleep to it, you would dream beautiful dreams.
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Artsweek on Spotify: October Tracks of the Month

November 1, 2021 by

As we say goodbye to October, the Artsweek staff selected some of the best new releases to drop in the past month!
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Artsweek On Spotify: Spooky Halloween Bangers Throughout the Years

October 28, 2021 by and

From orchestral compositions to heavy metal classics to hip-hop collaborations, the exploration of horror through music is ubiquitous in every genre of music.
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Book Review: Three Thrillers for the Halloween Season

October 28, 2021 by

Artsweek talked to three authors with new novels that will keep you up late at night, desperate to find out what happens next.
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Willie Nelson & Family Hit the Santa Barbara Bowl

October 28, 2021 by

This past Thursday on Oct. 21, the father of outlaw country, Willie Nelson, took the stage at the Santa Barbara Bowl.
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In Review: Want Self Esteem? Listen to Her New Album, “Prioritise Pleasure”

October 28, 2021 by

Taylor’s taken on the task of combining bold, brash pop music with piercing and honest lyrics, and on “Prioritise Pleasure,” it all comes together.
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Santa Barbara’s Hidden Gem: The “Pianos on State” Initiative

October 28, 2021 by

Strolling down State Street with your eyes shut certainly would induce some sort of euphoric — even magical — feeling, as every corner of the road’s 10 blocks were lined with pianos.
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Wilco and Faye Webster Hit the Stage at the Santa Barbara Bowl

October 26, 2021 by

Following a nearly two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Jeff Tweedy and his bandmates hit the road again to finish out the West Coast leg of the “Ode to Joy” tour.
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