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In Review: “Positions” Is The Return of Classic — Albeit More Sultry — Ariana

November 3, 2020 by

“Positions” proves itself to be a succinct 41-minute album that is a strong resurgence of classic Grande, in all of her textural and high soaring vocals.
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In Review: “Featuring Ty Dolla $ign” Proves Ty $ is More than a Background Artist

November 1, 2020 by

"Featuring Ty Dolla $ign" is undoubtedly an album to vibe to, a concoction of catchy songs that are short enough to leave you craving the next, but long enough to make you appreciate Ty’s mastery.
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The Best Family-Friendly Halloween Movies For This Year’s Spooky Season

October 31, 2020 by

Here are some staff recommendations for Halloween classics that the whole family can enjoy! 
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Tracks of the Month: October 2020

October 31, 2020 by

Here's a list of Artsweek's favorite new tracks from October 2020!
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Defeating Fear With Laughter: “The Great Dictator” in a Modern Context

October 25, 2020 by

Associate Professor Maggie Hennefeld, from the University of Minnesota, invited UCSB students for a Zoom discussion as part of the Carsey-Wolf Center’s ongoing series on subversive cinema.
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Record Recap: In Memoriam of Eddie Van Halen

October 21, 2020 by and

Eddie Van Halen was not only one of the most innovative and unique guitarists of all time, but a musical inventor and a pioneer in guitar construction and technology.
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In Review: Is “Emily in Paris” Binge-Worthy or Cringe-Worthy?

October 19, 2020 by

Overall, “Emily in Paris” falls very short of becoming an iconic series and instead is more like a dollar store’s “Gossip Girl.” That being said, it was difficult to stop watching.
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In Review: Róisín Murphy Tells Her Own Story on “Róisín Machine”

October 12, 2020 by

On “Róisín Machine,” the music is stripped back and drawn out, but still has the essence of her personality through these slow disco and house anthems.
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In Review: “Savage Mode 2” by 21 Savage and Metro Boomin

October 8, 2020 by

“Savage Mode II” finally arrived last Friday, and both Metro Boomin and 21 Savage delivered a gritty, dark and menacing project that exceeded the original.
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In Review: Joji Nuances His Sad Boi Style on “Nectar”

October 7, 2020 by and

On his latest album “Nectar,” Joji expands his sonic range, simultaneously embracing his lo-fi sound as well as including a more diverse musical palette.
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In Review: “I’m Thinking of Ending Things”—I’m Thinking I Need to Watch This Again

September 28, 2020 by

From the beginning, the film fulfills its dark and cerebral labels, and though not quite a horror movie, the cinematography contains elements of new wave horror films.
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Highlighting Nature’s Beauty, UCSB Student Alex Funk Shares His Art To Raise Money for Charity

September 23, 2020 by

Inspired by the natural beauty of Santa Barbara and saddened by the onslaught of tragedies in recent months, Funk wants to help his community through his art. 
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In Review: NIKI Offers Glimmers of Magic on “MOONCHILD”

September 18, 2020 by

NIKI steers her debut album “MOONCHILD” in a grandiose cinematic direction, creating a mixture of breathtaking but ultimately incohesive moments.
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The Baddest Bitch in Town: Bretman Rock

September 15, 2020 by

Instead of coming off like a disconnected interview, Bretman Rock’s openness and vibrant energy made the event feel like a FaceTime call with your best friend.
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In Review: Big Sean Comes Home on “Detroit 2”

September 15, 2020 by

“Detroit 2” is the sequel to Sean’s “Detroit” mixtape,  where he pays homage to the city where he was born and raised.
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