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The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

Rap album preaches to sinners

March 18, 2016

One Compton rapper has successfully fused jazz sounds and hip-hop instrumentals with iconic Christian imagery and ideology.Kendrick Lamar’s latest album, “untitled unmastered.” is the culmination...

Documentary delves into economic and social issues

Documentary delves into economic and social issues

March 17, 2016

If anyone likes to show how backward America is, it’s Michael Moore.Moore, who directed “Bowling for Columbine” and the highest grossing documentary of all time “Fahrenheit 9/11,” is back after...

Vermont native and author Carol Noyes signing books March 9. Noyes debuted the second printing of her book Coming Full Circle:One Womans Journey Through Spiritual Crisis.

New memoir opens up about mental health

March 15, 2016

While mental health is often kept under wraps, artists and writers have been finding new ways to open up the conversation.First-time author and Vermont native Carol Noyes was able to add to the discourse...

Bluegrass duo tunes into musical traditions in Burly

March 3, 2016

The long white hair on stage at the Flynn proved testament to the seniority of one bluegrass power duo this past Friday.Mandolin player David Grisman and rhythm guitarist Del McCoury, billed as “Del...

Kanye disappoints listeners with most recent release

Kanye disappoints listeners with most recent release

Izzy Schechter March 2, 2016

Kanye West has a reputation of being ridiculous and over-the-top, and his newest release “The Life of Pablo” has everyone’s knickers in a twist. The album provoked reactions from many college...

The Big Short’ sells out big banks’ behavior

February 25, 2016

“The Big Short” is a whirlwind of numbers, huge amounts of money, financial terminology and raging testosterone.The premise of the film is simple: it explains how the 2008 financial crisis occurred,...

Singer-songwriter Kurt Vile plays a set at Higher Ground Feb. 19.
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Indie artist mesmerizes at local venue

Allie Osorno February 25, 2016

Feb. 19, Higher Ground sold out for Kurt Vile and The Violators. With the will call line out the door, a sold out coat check and a full parking lot, Higher Ground was flooded with people. The venue...

Vermont Comedy Club owners Natalie Miller and Nathan Hartswick thank supporters at the club’s grand opening in November.  PHOTO COURTESY VERMONT COMEDY CLUB

Comedy couple cracks business code

February 25, 2016

Comedy found its Burlington home this past November in Vermont Comedy Club, located at 101 Main St. The club, owned and operated by Nathan Hartswick and Natalie Miller, hosts a wide array of standup and...

‘Carol’ crosses social barriers but misses nomination

February 17, 2016

Abeautiful and sensual love story between two women is making waves this Academy Award season.Set in 1952 in New York City, “Carol” begins when Carol Aird (Cate Blanchett) and Therese Belivet (Rooney...

Fleming pops with newest art galleries

Natasha Geffen, Staff Writer February 17, 2016

Art has the ability to take the viewer to different places across space and time. In two new exhibits at the Fleming Museum, “Pop Art Prints” and “Samuel Bak: Survival and Memory,”...

Classical singer crafts a romantic Valentine’s Day

Greta Bjornson February 12, 2016

The Lane Concert Series has provided a romantic venue for Valentine’s Day dates for the past ten years. On Feb. 13, the Patricia O’Callaghan Trio will play the Valentine’s Day show at...

Kids color the campus

Kids color the campus

Bettina Cataldi February 11, 2016

Since last week, new art by young artists has adorned the walls of the Davis Center. The students from the Campus Children’s School in the Living/Learning Center showcased their talents...

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