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Keep the Beat: Into the Music of Breaking

Our Assistant Music Director Kai is here to shine a spotlight on the rhythm and soul of breakdancing music. From the gritty funk of the '70s to modern-day mixtapes made for cyphers, discover how the beats that fuel breakers have evolved alongside hip-hop.…

blog playlists featured March 31, 2025

☆ Women’s History Month Playlist ☆

Playlist link KCSB-FM’s Music Department is back again with a playlist celebrating some of the wonderful contributions gifted by women to the musical world. This playlist is by no means comprehensive, but is meant to highlight personal favorites and artists to keep…

blog featured March 26, 2025

KCSB Off-Air Overnight from 3/27 to 3/28!

Due to scheduled upgrades to the power grid serving the UCSB campus, KCSB-FM in Santa Barbara will be temporarily off the air overnight starting Thursday, March 27 at 9 PM. We anticipate resuming our broadcast by Friday, March 28 at 12 PM. Please…

blog featured show reviews music March 21, 2025

Local Legends of the 805: Rich Kids on LSD Plays Ventura Music Hall

Credit: Michelle Evans words by Lily Raesler & photos by Michelle Evans (@_saltygoat) On Saturday night, I embark to Ventura, 20 minutes in one direction from the very homeland of Nardcore and another 20 from the birthplace of RKL, for a night of thrashy…

blog featured show reviews music March 11, 2025

A Night to Remember at Ventura Music Hall: Atmosphere, Sage Francis, and Mr. Dibbs

words & photos by Derek D-Tragic Duncan ( Word on the Streets Radio) The Ventura Music Hall was on fire, hosting a packed house for an unforgettable lineup featuring Mr. Dibbs, Sage Francis, and Atmosphere. From the opening DJ…

blog playlists featured February 28, 2025

Black History Month Playlist

This February, KCSB-FM’s Executive Committee has come together to craft a playlist commemorating Black History Month. It cannot be adequately expressed how much black musicians have contributed to the musical world. This playlist is by no means comprehensive, but is meant to highlight…

Tribute illustration in honor of longtime KCSB host Rhoda Vestuto

blog featured February 27, 2025

In Memoriam: Rhoda Vestuto / Lady Calico (1929-2024) — Long Live The Faerie Circle!

KCSB student DJ Alex Alarcon ("Auxiliary Clinton") + Rhoda Vestuto ("Lady Calico") during Fund Drive 2017 at KCSB The following is a tribute to Rhoda Orzsag Vestuto, aka "Lady Calico" (longtime host of KCSB’s “The Faerie Ring”), who passed away last fall at the…

blog featured news February 18, 2025

KCSB’s SBIFF Recap 2025

Every year, the Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) brings filmmakers from all over the world to our town. For 10 days in February, Hollywood professionals make their way to venues around State Street, making their way from Q&As, independent films, and creative…

blog playlists featured February 14, 2025

2025 Valentine’s Day Playlist

In preparation for Valentine’s Day, KCSB’s Executive Committee has put together a playlist of songs all about love. Read till the very end to check out some picks from our winter Assistant Music Directors, Rio and Kai! playlist link PARKER’S RECS “I Love You…

fund drive featured February 5, 2025

THANK YOU! FD 2025

How To Donate: Donating to KCSB is super easy! To get exclusive KCSB merch, like our shirt, sweatshirt, and shorts, click here. All KCSB-branded merch items will include a bumper sticker! What is Fund Drive? During the 10 days…

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