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October 31, 2019

Six Songs That Will Scare Your Parents This Halloween

By Neha Makkapati, Hannah George

Here are some of the best songs for you to blast on your speaker to give your parents a good fright this Halloween.

October 31, 2019

DJ Mustard, Leikeli47 and Kenny Beats Ignite HalloWeekend at the UCSB Thunderdome

By Omar Reyes

Last weekend, Associated Students Program Board hosted the fifth annual Delirium concert in which DJ Mustard headlined and gave Gauchos an unforgettable night of music at the Thunderdome.

October 31, 2019

Artsweek Highlights: TV’s Best Halloween Specials

By Kristina Valencia, Neha Makkapati, Sonya Raytburg, Arielle Bitton

While of course there are several classic horror films to indulge in during Halloween, Artsweek instead presents you with a carefully curated list of some of TV’s best takes on this costumed, candy-filled holiday of mi...

October 31, 2019

Hozier Takes the Santa Barbara Bowl to Church

By Sonya Raytburg

The genre of Hozier’s work is categorized as blues, indie rock, soul and contemporary R&B, but more importantly his music is simply the kind you want to sing along to.

October 30, 2019

In Photos | Hozier at The Santa Barbara Bowl

By Daily Nexus Photography

This past Thursday, Hozier graced the Santa Barbara Bowl in support of his latest album, Wasteland, Baby!, in front of a capacity crowd. This was his second performance at the venue, with the first being in 2015. His em...

October 28, 2019

Adult Swim Festival to Hit L.A. This November

By Neha Makkapati

After its initial debut last year, the Adult Swim Festival is back for lovers of music and comedy alike with its diverse lineup of both musical artists and comedians. Held by the television network Adult Swim, it will ta...

October 28, 2019

Local I.V. Musicians Come Together for Surf Team Fundraiser

By Hannah Ponsford

The fundraiser was held at a house on Segovia Road, where members of the surf team, their friends and anyone else who wanted to join came together to listen to five talented local bands and musicians perform.

October 26, 2019

Trevor Wallace Draws a Packed House to Embarcadero Hall

By Jennifer Sor

For someone who’s never attended UC Santa Barbara, there is no one who fits the epitome of Isla Vista quite like Trevor Wallace. 

October 23, 2019

Director Hao Wu Accompanies Documentary Screening at Pollock Theater

By Martha Gonzalez

Recently, UC Santa Barbara’s Pollock Theater screened “People’s Republic of Desire,” a documentary that presents an alternate perspective of China’s livestreaming universe. 

October 23, 2019

In Review: “El Camino”

By Aayush Dixit

“El Camino,” the long-awaited follow-up movie to the hit series “Breaking Bad” is finally here.

October 17, 2019

In Photos | Roy Blair in The Hub

By Daily Nexus Photography

Last Friday night, singer Roy Blair gave Gauchos an uplifting end to Week 2 with a show full of passion, excitement and dreamy pop songs to sing and dance along to.

October 14, 2019

In Review: Todd Phillips’ Controversial ‘Joker’

By Aayush Dixit

Terrifying, devastating and ultimately stunning, “Joker” will probably leave you speechless in the theater seat.

October 10, 2019

Chanel Miller Stands Up to Sexual Assault With New Book

By Kristina Valencia

With her recent book release "Know My Name," UC Santa Barbara alumna Chanel Miller gives readers a personal insight into what it was like experiencing sexual assault and the turmoil that followed.

October 10, 2019

The Significance of “Industry Plants” in the Music Community

By Sunidhi Sridhar

Coined by the hip-hop community, "industry plant" is most often used to undermine an artist as being nothing more than a pawn in a record label’s quest for industry domination.

October 3, 2019

In Photos | Welcome Back Concert with YBN Nahmir and Vincent

By Daily Nexus Photography, Kristina Valencia

Trap star YBN Nahmir electrified Storke Plaza last weekend, welcoming Gauchos back to campus with an evening of flashing lights, rap and opportunities for students to dance on stage.

October 3, 2019

Gary Clark Jr. Brings Blues and Rock to Santa Barbara Bowl

By Ivan Gonzalez

On tour for his most recent album “This Land,” Gary Clark Jr. electrified, mesmerized and satisfied passionate fans last Friday night at the Santa Barbara Bowl.