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April 1, 2020

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

By Hannah Jackson

Tweets, memes and uppity think pieces alike all have their own takes on this absolute madhouse of a show.

April 1, 2020

Dua Lipa’s “Future Nostalgia” Blends Past and Present, Brilliantly

By Sam Franzini

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.

March 28, 2020

In Review: “After Hours” by The Weeknd

By Sunidhi Sridhar

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.

March 23, 2020

7 Netflix Shows to Watch While Quarantining

By Joshen Mantai

In need of good television and entertainment while you’re stuck at home during this global pandemic? Well, look no further.

March 13, 2020

Pete Davidson Stand-Up Comedy Special Review

By Aayush Dixit

To a generation that greatly values authenticity, Davidson’s voice may very well be one of the more sane ones to rise up.

March 13, 2020

Track Review: “Stupid Love” by Lady Gaga

By Sam Franzini

Lady Gaga has returned after a four-year gap since her last studio album with a new hyper-addictive track, “Stupid Love."

March 10, 2020

White Reaper Wakes Up Santa Barbara With Concert at SOhO

By Kristina Valencia

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.

March 10, 2020

“All the Bright Places”: A Trip Back to Middle School

By Liliana Linan

It’s better late than never for Netflix to finally release an “All the Bright Places” screen adaptation.

March 10, 2020

Zack Fox Brings Laughs to I.V. Theater Amidst End-of-Quarter Stress

By Melody Pezeshkian

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.

March 9, 2020

“Portrait of a Lady on Fire” Crafts a Smoldering Love Story

By Jacqueline Wen

“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.

March 6, 2020

Bad Bunny Does What He Wants On “YHLQMDLG”

By Sunidhi Sridhar

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.

March 4, 2020

Gauchos Crowd The Hub for Battle of the Bands 2020

By Omar Reyes

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.

March 3, 2020

The Consequences of Pursuing Art: “Miss Anthropocene” by Grimes

By Justin Carrasco

In “Miss Anthropocene,” Grimes explores the consequences of the pursuit of art by personifying her self-destructive tendencies.

March 3, 2020

Poet Claudia Rankine Talks Race and Creativity at Corwin Pavilion

By Aubrey Valerio

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.