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August 28, 2019

‘Blinded by the Light’: A Brilliant Tribute to the Boss

By Kristina Valencia

“Blinded by the Light” reminds all of us to not let the world get us down.

August 27, 2019

In Review: ‘Lover’ by Taylor Swift

By Joshen Mantai

“Lover” tackles not only love, but also topics of politics, sexism and individualism that vary from the typical subjects of Swift's music.

August 21, 2019

A Guide to Santa Barbara’s Best Entertainment Spots

By Kristina Valencia

In case you’re not yet familiar with the artistic terrain of Santa Barbara, here is a guide navigating the best spots in town for concerts, film screenings and performances of all kinds.

August 12, 2019

In Review: ‘The Lost Boy’ by YBN Cordae

By Neha Makkapati

YBN Cordae somehow embodies many older legendary rappers while still remaining characteristically similar to newer mumble rappers.

August 4, 2019

In Review: ‘The Big Day’ by Chance the Rapper

By Aayush Dixit

Chance the Rapper delivered another uplifting and soulful album that will please fans and critics alike.

July 28, 2019

Tarantino Sends His Love to Hollywood in His Biggest Box Office Opening Yet

By Kristina Valencia

A film that mixes fiction with reality, “Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood” stands apart from the rest of the reboots and remakes currently flooding movie theaters.

July 27, 2019

Great Outdoors, Greater Music — 9 Songs for Your Next Trip to the Mountains

By Hannah George

So grab your gear and a 30-rack because the mountains won’t be the only thing that’s rockin’.

July 19, 2019

The Friday Review: ‘Oasis’ by Bad Bunny and J Balvin

By Sunidhi Sridhar

As far as feel-good summer releases go, the album is perfection.

July 10, 2019

The Year of the Musical Biopic

By Katherine Swartz

These blink-and-you-miss-them genres will always be a part of film. Right now, we’re in the era of the musical biopic.

July 10, 2019

Looking Back on Avatar: The Last Airbender

By Aayush Dixit

We all have a tendency, whether we admit it or not, to look back on the past with rose-colored glasses.

June 23, 2019

In Review: ‘She is Coming’ by Miley Cyrus

By Morgan Wiitala

Instead of releasing an album that appeals to industry standards, Cyrus released a work of art that is honest and raw.

June 11, 2019

In Photos | Father John Misty at the Santa Barbara Bowl

By Daily Nexus Photography

Indie-folk artist Father John Misty co-headlined Santa Barbara Bowl this past Friday night with Jason Isbell and the 400, and special guest Jade Bird.

June 11, 2019

Father John Misty Undersells His Set at SB Bowl

By Zoe Jones

I’ve seen Father John Misty a total of three or four times now, so of course, I love the music. But I wasn’t convinced this time.

June 11, 2019

In Photos | Real Estate at SOhO

By Daily Nexus Photography, Zoe Jones

Last Wednesday, New Jersey beach rockers Real Estate took to the stage at SOhO for a late night show.

June 6, 2019

There is No Art to Succeeding: Farewell from a Former Editor

By Zoe Jones

I am so proud of the words that I wrote during my time at the Nexus. I will always cherish my time as an Artsweek Editor. This was all a part of my growth: a larger story that these four years are wrapped up in.