Mac DeMarco New Album Review
by Ryan McLean Davis “DON’T GO,” I howled after I heard the rumor this morning that our darling Mac was hanging up the towel. But not to worry, my roommate is simply gullible, unlike me. Mac is still very much…
(NBA) Reviewing Possible Trades Before Deadline
Disclaimer: As a non-commercial, educational radio station, KZSC supports the free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the opinions expressed are those of the speakers or artists only and do not necessarily reflect the views of the UC Regents,…
Super Bowl LVII has Arrived!
Folks, the big game has arrived. This coming Sunday, February 12th, Super Bowl LVII will conclude a long and exciting NFL season. The final game of the 22/23 season combines the two most potent offenses against each other as the…
UFC 284 – Australia
This coming Saturday, February 11th, the UFC will host arguably the most iconic pay-per-view in its history, UFC 284. For the first time in the history of the UFC, the number 1 ranked pound-for-pound fighter in the world will…
Post-Punk Poetry: Dry Cleaning – Live at August Hall
By Brock Hrehor Few modern bands embody contrast quite like Dry Cleaning. As innovative as they are anachronistic, the London-based post-brexit band seamlessly blends instrumentals reminiscent of Joy Division and Wire with frontwoman Florence Shaw’s spoken word, absurdist vocals. Having…
One Step Closer to Super Bowl LVII
This past Sunday, the NFL playoffs moved one step closer towards the almighty Super Bowl. The eight remaining teams were cut down to a final four and the NFC & AFC Championship games were set. After a competitive low…
KZSC Interviews Career Woman
Interview by DJ Shove It KZSC's DJ Shove It interviews local artist Career Woman on the Santa Cruz music scene, musical influences, and more in this exclusive interview!
NFL Divisional Round Set
The NFL Playoffs are underway and after a thrilling Wildcard weekend, the NFC and AFC Divisional round matchups are set. The San Francisco 49ers put on a dominant second-half showing as they beat rival Seattle Seahawks by a score of…
KZSC’s Top Albums of 2022
By KZSC Rock Director At the end of 2022 KZSC's Music Department and various DJs collaborated to make a year-end list of our favorite albums. Here are some of our favorite releases of 2022 in alphabetical order <33 The 1975…
UFC 283 – Rio de Janeiro
This coming Saturday, January 21st, 2023, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) will host its first pay-per-view event of the year, UFC 283, in historic Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. UFC 283 features two thrilling title fights and is stacked…
La Misa Negra at Moe’s Alley – 12/02/2022
Speeding down the 1, past Dominican Hospital, next to the REI and Marshall’s parking lot, sits a tiny hut with string lights outlining its place on Commercial Way. If I wasn’t looking for it, there’s no way I would have…
UC Santa Cruz Women’s Basketball hosts Pride Night on January 13
By Charlie Erdman This coming Friday, January 13th, UC Santa Cruz women’s basketball will host Pride Night as they take on Lincoln University of Oakland at the West Field House (Rachel Carson College) at 6:00pm. The event is a collaborative…
MUSIC WITHOUT RESTRAINT: Interview with Henry Rollins by John Malkin
By John Malkin Listen to the interview below: Part 1 Part 2 After a successful 30-year career as a punk rock singer with Black Flag and Rollins Band, as well as being a publisher and actor, Henry Rollins has evolved…
The NFL Playoffs Are Here!
By Charlie Erdman The NFL regular season has concluded and the San Francisco 49ers are primed for a playoff push after conquering the NFC West title with a record of 13-4. After finishing their regular season with a convincing win…
KZSC Interviews Nnena
Interview by DJ Fodderstompf KZSC's DJ Fodderstompf interviews Cleveland-based R&B and rap artist Nnena on her journey through comedy skits in college, musical storytelling, and debut album to be released in 2023!
KZSC Interviews Ambrose Kenny Smith of the Murlocs
Interview by DJ Fodderstompf and DJ Nefesh KZSC's DJ Fodderstompf and DJ Nefesh interview Ambrose Kenny Smith of the Murlocs on the Murlocs' recent show at Moe's Alley, touring and recent albums!
The Garden at the Catalyst: Reflections on Clown Cosplay
By Isabella Balbi Going to a Garden show is an experience - one that grows increasingly more rare given the state of live music today. On KZSC alone there are already 4 separate blog posts dissecting The Garden’s past performances…
First time at the Catalyst for Gimme Gimme Disco
By Danny Villalva On November 5th, I attended a Disco party at the widely known Catalyst venue, I got invited because it was my floormate's birthday and she wanted all of us to go celebrate. It was my first time…
Joyce Manor’s 40 oz to Fresno
By Sharan Sethi Maybe this is cynical but it sometimes makes me nervous when the bands I really like release new music. I always get worried that maybe this will be the album that jumps the shark. So that is…
Omar Apollo and Ravyn Lenae at the San Jose Civic
By Alexis Camacho A not-so-exciting Wednesday began with me crapping for my ecology midterm and quickly turned into a night of groovy dancing, singing, and even some crying at the San Jose Civic. With Omar Apollo and Ravyn Lenae taking…
Playlist for the Winter Blues
By Ryan Davis The winter weather is settling in, and as the nights begin to get longer and the days become shorter, a lot of people experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). The lack of sunlight can take a toll on…