Photo by Amanda Romankiw Last weekend, while half of Los Angeles was at Coachella, 36,000 people gathered in attendance for Sen. Bernie Sanders’ nationwide “Fighting Oligarchy Tour.” This highly anticipated event had a musician lineup one could only dream of, not to mention the incredible speakers, such as House Representatives Maxwell Frost, Ro Khanna, and…
The wear and tear of an 82-game regular season causes great physical and mental fatigue. However, this long stretch gives teams ample time to discover their respective identities. And with only 16 teams remaining as we enter the NBA Playoffs, the championship-caliber teams have separated themselves by embracing these identities.
Cover photo credit: Rina Mintz @turtlewithhat is Izzy Perez and Emma Fuente, the “it couple” for chronically online lesbians. As high school sweethearts that reconnected in adulthood, they’ve gained over a million followers (affectionately called “turds”) on TikTok for both their saccharine relationship content as well as their comedic skits and deeply ironic sense of…
UCLA Radio’s Rising Artist Spotlight aims to highlight upcoming artists who have demonstrated unique creativity and talent through their music. Through interviews and features, we delve into their journey, influences, and aspirations, giving listeners a glimpse into the future of music. In their upcoming debut album, Bite Down, alternative/indie band Ribbon Skirt is delving into…
Photos by Dylan Simmons & Kiara Mack Tucked into a corner on the scenic Sunset Boulevard, independent bookstore Book Soup hosted a conversation with Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Lucy Dacus following the release of her latest album, Forever Is A Feeling. A bookstore may seem like a curious choice to celebrate a music release until you take…
30-points, 14-rebounds, 4-assists —numbers that scream dominance. Lauren Betts and the mighty UCLA Bruins seemed poised to roll past any opponent willing to challenge them. And that they did, beating the #8-seeded Richmond Spiders 84 – 67. But for much of the game, the #1-ranked Bruins were not in control. By halftime, the team found…
In this conversation-style article, we aimed to learn more about each other through our encounters with music growing up in different places. As new digital press interns, we bonded over our unique and shared experiences and reflected on how our tastes have changed since becoming involved in LA’s music scene. We only hope that these memories and personal musical histories continue to grow as we spend more time working in digital press for UCLA Radio!
For a Monday evening fresh out of midterms season, the UCLA Nimoy Theater was beaming with energy. UCLA Radio teamed up with UCLA’s Student Committee for the Arts (SCA) for the second time to spotlight student artists and the notable, LA based, Keni Titus.
This Valentine’s Day, UCLA Radio’s Digital Press team became your messengers, turning your unspoken words into heartfelt letters for your anonymous recipients. Whether it was love left unsaid, a confession waiting for the right moment, or a feeling too heavy to carry alone, we put your emotions into writing so they could exist somewhere beyond your own mind. Some letters are declarations of love, others are quiet goodbyes—but all of them are pieces of you.
To celebrate Black History Month, UCLA Radio’s Digital Press and Music departments have come together to highlight the artists shaping the soundscape of today while drawing from a deep lineage of Black musical innovation. This month, we recognize not just the music, but the cultural and historical legacies embedded within it. Listen, engage, and reflect.
The artistry displayed in the roughly two hour performance was so intensely original, stories conveyed so acutely, I left Kaufman theater battling with the profound hollowness of having witnessed greatness from the outside, the elation of one basking in the irrefutable achievements of one’s peers. No genre left untouched, WACSmash 2025 was a celebration of a talented student body left unchecked, of the immense creativity artists exercise when given total freedom to create.
Photos courtesy of Jeff Lorch The Geffen Playhouse’s production of Waiting for Godot is an enthralling ride that balances its minimalist scenery with the boisterous characters of Estragon and Vladimir, brought to life by Aasif Mandvi and Rainn Wilson, respectively. The production captures the tension of the anticipation surrounding the almost mythical figure of Godot…
It is set to be an exciting first round of the College Football Playoff, riddled with a flare for the dramatic. As the first round wraps up, I will release another article detailing my predictions for the matchups in the second round of the College Football Playoff.
The UCLA Bruins (9-1, 2-0) found themselves on the brink of defeat with 10 minutes remaining in the second half against the Arizona Wildcats (5-5). Star Arizona Junior Guard Jaden Bradley had just cashed in two layups to put the Wildcats up 49-36; however, this battle-tested Bruins team was not deterred.
Hot off the heels of his chart-topping album, Chromakopia, Tyler, the Creator took over Dodger Stadium for the ten-year anniversary of his Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival. The festival featured performances from Doechii, Blood Orange, Daniel Caesar, Erykah Badu, and many more. Didn’t get a chance to attend ? Reminiscing on fond memories? Either way, UCLA Radio is here to recap the weekend and immerse you in the wonderful world of Tyler, the Creator.
In an effort to get to know Los Angeles and one another better, our Fall ’24 Digital Press Interns bonded over their fondest venue memories.
UCLA Falls Short Against Cross-Town Rival USC in the Battle of LA, Succumbing to a Resilient Trojans’ Defense 19-13 UCLA’s last gasp of air: Senior Quarterback Ethan Garbers rolls out of the pocket, surveying down the field to find a shade of blue amongst the sea of red. Before he is pounded to the wet…
UCLA Achieves 5-1 Record for the First Time Since the 2021-2022 Season, Dominates Cal State Fullerton 80-47 UCLA (5-1) continues to roll, achieving their fourth consecutive win of the season against the Cal State Fullerton Titans (1-5) at Pauley Pavilion on Friday night. The Bruins set the tone early and never let their foot off…
UCLA Finds Their Groove from Beyond the Arc, Staving Off a Late Comeback from the Idaho State Bengals The largest lead of the night for UCLA (4-1) was 28-points, putting on a dazzling display of basketball excellence. For the first 30-minutes of the game, this was the case for the Bruins; however, the last 10-minutes…
UCLA Can’t Capitalize, Fumbling Opportunities as They Fail to Win Fourth Straight in 31-19 loss to Washington The Bruins’ defense remained stalwart, gifting the Bruins’ offense key opportunities. Senior Edge Rusher Femi Oladejo had a key tackle for loss that led to a turnover on downs, culminating in a Washington strip sack on Senior Quarterback…
UCLA Men’s Basketball Puts it All Together, Beating the Lehigh Mountain Hawks 85-45 The UCLA Bruins (3-1) soared above the rim on Friday night at Pauley Pavilion, paying homage to the distant remnants of the “Lob City” Clippers. The athleticism among the Bruins’ forwards was put on full display as they exploited the prominent height…
Responding in Assertive Fashion: The Bruins Get Out to Early Led and Never Look Back, Beating the Boston University Terriers 71-40 Defense wins championships: This was the mantra internalized by the Bruins (2-1), as they defeated the Boston University Terriers (0-3) 71-40 at Pauley Pavilion on Monday night. As opposed to the Bruins’ prior game,…