Artsweek

November 1, 2018

‘Halloween’: In Review

By Antonio Morales

“Halloween” having yet another sequel at this point kind of just sounds like having another “Paranormal Activity.”

November 1, 2018

Young Thug Brings Energy to Hallo-weekend

By Kristina Valencia

A.S. Program Board pulled through and succeeded yet again in another year of bringing Gauchos together during the harsh times of our annual Halloween lockdown.

October 30, 2018

Tom Hardy Delivers Stellar Performance in ‘Venom’

By Manuel Carlos

Even if you don’t particularly enjoy the film, I’d highly recommend staying for the scene during the closing credits.

October 25, 2018

Young Thug To Headline Delirium 2018

By Jasmine Rodriguez

Superstar rapper and contemporary poet Young Thug has been announced as the headliner for Delirium, the annual Halloween show from A.S. Program Board.

October 25, 2018

SG Lewis Makes His Return to SB With an Arsenal of New Sounds

By Austin Fauni

Lewis has proven his ability to master a myriad of sounds, and if Wednesday night was any indicator of how effective his forthcoming album will be in telling the narrative he intends, I am positive he will be successful.

October 17, 2018

Desert Daze 2018: In Review

By Kristina Valencia

Though there were some pretty big hiccups with the organization and execution of this festival, Desert Daze still gave its attendees a great playground to meet new people, camp, swim and, of course, enjoy the music.

October 10, 2018

Yes, You Should Go See ‘A Star Is Born’

By Zoe Jones

Bradley Cooper, who also directed and produced the film, plays disenchanted country singer Jackson Maine in earnest, performing all of the songs and even earning a few writing credits on the soundtrack.

October 4, 2018

Cuco Welcomes Students Back in Annual Storke Show

By Fiona Moriarty-McLaughlin

Cuco is not motivated by money or “making it big” with a record label; he’s doing music because that’s what he’s always wanted to do.

September 27, 2018

Miguel Closes Out Summer at SB Bowl

By Max Pasion-Gonzales

The stage presence of Miguel is articulate and precise, alarmingly reminiscent of the way Michael Jackson used to move about the stage and command his audience’s attention.

September 20, 2018

Bloom by Troye Sivan: A Mature Leap Toward Pop Stardom

By Alex Modiano

Sivan’s bright, fruitful and flowery imagery subverts the typical masculine pop archetype, perhaps ushering in a new era of artists who reject toxic masculinity and embrace vulnerability.

September 20, 2018

Get Your Be-hinds Ready for Hinds

By Kristina Valencia

Fresh off the release of their second studio album, I Don’t Run, Hinds will be taking the stage of Santa Barbara’s very own SOhO on Sept. 22.

September 20, 2018

Miguel to Elevate the SB Bowl

By Max Pasion-Gonzales

After a year of touring off of his recent success, and with special guest DVSN along the way for this stretch, the SB Bowl stage is set for a wavy end to the summer.

September 9, 2018

In Review: Be the Cowboy by Mitski

By Hannah Jackson

With so much available content about relationships and all that comes with them, Mitski still finds a way to offer a refreshing take.

August 24, 2018

Under the Radar: A Profile of the SB DIY Scene

By Sean Edwards

Santa Barbara is not typically one of the cities mentioned when discussing music’s DIY movement, but the underground scene’s influence has moved up the coast and found a home amongst the waves.

August 24, 2018

Artsweek’s 7 Favorite Local Places to Catch a Show

By Zoe Jones, Jasmine Rodriguez

From amphitheater concerts at the SB Bowl to backyard shows in I.V., Santa Barbara has a lot to offer when it comes to live music.

August 15, 2018

Bon Iver Graces the Bowl with Summertime Show

By Melody Pezeshkian

Throughout the first three songs, I felt disoriented and distorted. I began to forget the peaceful side of Bon Iver that lulled me to sleep many nights in a row.