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What's in the lack of a name? It's one of many theories Laurie Anderson is working on as she returns to Santa Cruz hanging off the edge of the art world by her fingertips.

Nüz: Do you feel a draft coming?

'Bill' Paying: When everything is cool, nothing is hip--Quentin Tarantino kills again.

Bones of Contention: 'The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra' is based on sworn testimony! Can you prove it did not happen?

The Return of the Kings: Orchestra Baobab are the undisputed Afropop kings of Senegal.

The Rock Show: Bobby McFerrin.

Bike to Book: Spring weather and healthy exercise are no excuse to miss this month's local lit events.

Big Heart Red: The 'Wine With Heart' benefit is the only event that brings all 60 Santa Cruz Mountain vintners together in one place.

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