Seth Combs
| Art & Culture editor sethc@sdcitybeat.com |
Stories by Seth Combs
Around the block
From masters of cubism to modern-day cartoon illustrators, our take on five recently opened art shows.
Reports from the scene
Rob Hagey is done with Street Scene, Allison Gill is done at with the Blarney Stone, Enrique experiences puppy love
Bright Young Thing
After international gallery shows and early acclaim, Kelsey Brookes’ has evolved into one of San Diego’s most promising artists without sacrificing who he is
Reports from the scene
Some jackass ran off with crooner Rick Lyon's cherished sign, Enrique experiences another strip-mall gem and Beaters twosome unveil another band
CD reviews
Our takes on new records by Health, Lewd Acts and Lullabye Arkestra
So long, 'Canes
As the beachside venue closes its doors for good, some local music insiders remember the good times
Reports from the scene
Drummer Andy Robillard is going home, Enrique experiences dodgeball, The Creepy Creeps bask in their special night and Miss Lady D lays down the Sweet Beats
Miss Understood
After years of promise and behind the scene drama, local hip-hop darling Addiquit is ready to bring it
Forever young
As restless as he is talented, artist Rich Walker doesn’t care that his ideas are often bigger than his capacity to accomplish them
Reports from the scene
One band ain't nearly enough for Earthless' Mario Rubalcaba, Sirhan Sirhan are done, Enrique experiences the Battle of the Bar Queens and we tell you where the Night Moves are
Gimmick-free
No epic solos, no mystique—Christmas Island prove that sometimes playing catchy indie-rock really is enough
Reports from the scene
Street Scene promoter gets sued, Lewd Acts bring people closer and Enrique experiences the good Dr. Techno
Bryen Beglinger
The guy behind the gonzo journalist on the front page of this week’s CityBeat
Reports from the scene
Wave House reportedly behind 'Canes closure, Enrique experiences 3-D fun and Seth gets nostalgic at Pearl Jam
CD reviews
Our takes on new records by Castanets, Fool's Gold and Raekwon
