Arts & Entertainment
Q&A: Sammy Obeid
Comedian takes time off from the Axis of Evil, brings his laugh marathon to the Blue Lagoon.
Issue: March 27, 2013
read moreMichelle Shocked Cancelled in Santa Cruz
Moe's Alley owner asserts 'We will not tolerate bigotry' after singer's anti-gay rant.
Issue: March 20, 2013
read moreRoss Rock Goes Solo
Santa Cruz rapper known for his work with the Slop Opera crew prepares his first record.
Issue: March 6, 2013
read moreThe Return of ‘La Bamba’
An underrated film gets a proper tribute at the Watsonville Film Festival.
Issue: February 27, 2013
read moreQ&A: Paula Poundstone
The comedienne opens up about parenthood, losing on NPR and being a crazy cat lady.
Issue: February 20, 2013
read moreNot Just Another ‘American Idol’
M.A.R.S. Studio’s songwriter contest puts the focus on the craft of aspiring local musicians.
Issue: February 13, 2013
read moreJazz Center Re-Invents Itself With Club Night
Monthly ‘Club Kuumbwa’ taps into the underground music scene.
Issue: February 6, 2013
read moreHermit Convention: Out of the Loop
Born out of trippy bass looping, Santa Cruz solo project evolves into full-band sound.
Issue: January 30, 2013
read moreClassic Hell Music
Oakland’s Judgement Day brings classical instrumentation to metal.
Issue: January 16, 2013
read moreMoon Eater’s Blues Punk
Like an amped-up Black Keys, Santa Cruz band blasts onto the local scene.
Issue: January 9, 2013
read moreA Guide to New Year’s Eve
Where to find the best shows and celebrations around Santa Cruz County.
Issue: December 26, 2012
read moreReview: ‘A Night at the Nutcracker’
Cabrillo Stage puts a screwball spin on a holiday tradition.
Issue: December 19, 2012
read moreTater Famine Bring Punk Energy to Roots Scene
The Santa Cruz band's instruments give their audiences entirely the wrong impression.
Issue: December 19, 2012
read moreFred Keeley on Snoop Dogg
Santa Cruz County treasurer picks the best songs from his favorite rapper.
Issue: December 12, 2012
read moreInterview: Todd Snider at Catalyst
The alt-country favorite, who plays the Humbug Hoedown this week, loves Santa Cruz, but hates rehab—and says he’s not going back.
Issue: December 12, 2012
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