The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

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

The issue with posthumously released albums

The issue with posthumously released albums

Connor Adams, Culture Columnist February 20, 2020

Posthumously-released albums may seem like a noble idea to continue an artist’s spirit, but more often than not, they disrespect what the artist would want. Once an artist dies their name becomes...

Senior Ivana Djiya performs onstage at Nectar’s, Feb. 13. Djiya also showcases her work on SoundCloud.

Senior curates art event to showcase black creatives

Willow Scherwinski, Staff Writer February 19, 2020

Booming notes of energetic hip-hop mixed with R&B rhythm echoes from Nectar’s each week. Every Thursday night, Burlington bar and music venue, Nectar’s, hosts an event called First Taste.  It...

Senior Andrew “Ace” Trainor-Clark stands against a tree outside the Davis center, Feb. 6. Trainor-Clark’s music is produced by Burlington-based producer Rajit Sachdeva.

Burlington native Ace$world writes his own raps

Natalie Charron, Staff Writer February 14, 2020

Rapper Ace$world was “born light, light as a feather.” Senior Andrew “Ace” Trainor-Clark, who records his rap music under the name “Ace$world, puts his finished work on Apple Music and Spotify.  Trainor-Clark...

Gordon Clark tells jokes during his set at Death Talks, Jan. 28. Clark was one of a number of performers at the event, which took place at Light Club Lamp Shop.

Comedians talk death and perform live

Sophia Venturo, Staff Writer February 8, 2020

Low-top vintage booths and beat-up red velvet loveseats were occupied by patrons leaning forward, ready to ponder mortality together. “Death Talks” is a monthly variety show centered on death, its...

Scorseses most recent film doesnt live up to the hype

Scorsese’s most recent film doesn’t live up to the hype

Evan Peck, Culture Columnist February 7, 2020

Even with all of the Oscar acclaim for Martin Scorsese’s historically-based three-and-a-half-hour drama, “The Irishman,” disappoints despite its all-star cast and iconic director.  Released on...

Three new Fleming exhibits unveiled for Spring 2020

Three new Fleming exhibits unveiled for Spring 2020

Anna Kolosky, Staff Writer February 5, 2020

Fleming Museum’s Spring 2020 catalogue is covered in brightly colored, dancing people. It features a painting by Wood Gaylor, the inspiration for one of the museum’s exhibitions.   According to...

First-year pasta chef kneads and feeds

First-year pasta chef kneads and feeds

Jenny Koppang, Staff Writer February 4, 2020

On weekends in McAuley Hall on Trinity campus, the kitchen is bustling with the anticipation of a home-cooked meal.  First-year Jack Page uses his passion for cooking to bring the McAuley community...

Student artist explores a new medium

Student artist explores a new medium

Cyrus Oswald, Staff Writer January 29, 2020

Pink chalk drawings completely cover the brick sections of walls inside Charlie Piper’s dorm room in the Living/Learning Center.  Also hung up are his proudest pieces of artwork. Sophomore...

Senior releases new album Sunburst

Senior releases new album “Sunburst”

Natalie Charron, Staff Writer January 28, 2020

It’s early in the morning and the day is ushered in by the hypnotic lull of a tenor saxophone and trumpet, accompanied by the steady beat of percussion cymbals. This imagery is realized through...

Dance department to present annual showcase

Dance department to present annual showcase

Sophia Venturo, Staff writer January 21, 2020

This week the UVM Dance Program will present “Dancing Uphill,” an annual four-day performance event featuring nine original pieces choreographed by UVM faculty, students and guest artists. This...

Parasite is not a typical horror film

“Parasite” is not a typical horror film

Evan Peck, Culture Columnist November 25, 2019

The Kim family watches an intense thunderstorm light up the night sky as they get drunk inside the Park family mansion. Nobody knows they are there. That is, until the Parks show up.  Fast-paced wit,...

Culture Staff Playlist

Culture Staff Playlist

Culture Staff November 22, 2019

Here's what the Culture staff has been listening to recently. Listen on Spotify.   Frank Ocean / In My Room Qveen Herby / THAT Bih Molly with Charles / Strawberry Father John Misty...

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