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You Can’t Look Away From “Tiger King’’

April 1, 2020 by

Tweets, memes and uppity think pieces alike all have their own takes on this absolute madhouse of a show.
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Dua Lipa’s “Future Nostalgia” Blends Past and Present, Brilliantly

April 1, 2020 by

On “Future Nostalgia," Lipa carefully constructs her sound around ‘80s pop and brings it to the present, embracing retro trends while putting a fresh perspective on them. 
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In Review: “After Hours” by The Weeknd

March 28, 2020 by

New listeners can revel in a melancholic sound that they may not be familiar with yet, and long-time fans can take comfort in the fact that The Weeknd has not really lost sight of who he is after all.
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7 Netflix Shows to Watch While Quarantining

March 23, 2020 by

In need of good television and entertainment while you’re stuck at home during this global pandemic? Well, look no further.
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Pete Davidson Stand-Up Comedy Special Review

March 13, 2020 by

To a generation that greatly values authenticity, Davidson’s voice may very well be one of the more sane ones to rise up.
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Track Review: “Stupid Love” by Lady Gaga

March 13, 2020 by

Lady Gaga has returned after a four-year gap since her last studio album with a new hyper-addictive track, “Stupid Love."
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White Reaper Wakes Up Santa Barbara With Concert at SOhO

March 10, 2020 by

Recently, White Reaper, a Kentucky-based quintet rock band, headlined a concert at SOhO Restaurant & Music Club downtown along with supporting acts The Aquadolls and Native Sun.
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“All the Bright Places”: A Trip Back to Middle School

March 10, 2020 by

It’s better late than never for Netflix to finally release an “All the Bright Places” screen adaptation.
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Zack Fox Brings Laughs to I.V. Theater Amidst End-of-Quarter Stress

March 10, 2020 by

Zack Fox packed I.V. Theater last Wednesday night at UC Santa Barbara as crowds arrived early and waited excitedly for Fox to bring a pre-dead week treat of laughter.
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“Portrait of a Lady on Fire” Crafts a Smoldering Love Story

March 9, 2020 by

“Portrait of a Lady on Fire” is a poignant, brilliantly realized story about love. But more specifically, it is a beautiful meditation on the memory of love.
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Bad Bunny Does What He Wants On “YHLQMDLG”

March 6, 2020 by

Bad Bunny, who grew up with aspirations to become the Daddy Yankee of his time, has undeniably altered the landscape of the genre with his commitment to stay true to his craft.
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Gauchos Crowd The Hub for Battle of the Bands 2020

March 4, 2020 by

Yung Fuzz, Pretty Cheeky, Closeout and Tastegood all showed up to The Hub last Thursday to prove themselves as worthy contenders among the long list of other prestigious bands in town.
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The Consequences of Pursuing Art: “Miss Anthropocene” by Grimes

March 3, 2020 by

In “Miss Anthropocene,” Grimes explores the consequences of the pursuit of art by personifying her self-destructive tendencies.
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Poet Claudia Rankine Talks Race and Creativity at Corwin Pavilion

March 3, 2020 by

Recently, poet, author and editor Claudia Rankine brought her insights on the relationship between creativity and racial projects to a discussion at UCSB's Corwin Pavilion.
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Tracks of the Month: February 2020

March 1, 2020 by

The best tracks to come out of February 2020!
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