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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

Festival vibes come to Higher Ground

Festival vibes come to Higher Ground

December 4, 2015

There is no greater feeling than starting off your Thanksgiving break with a rocking concert.Friday night, Higher Ground was filled with lots of bass, trippy lighting and a party atmosphere for the crowd...

The ‘Toys Take Over’ yet again

The ‘Toys Take Over’ yet again

December 3, 2015

The UVM theatre troupe is preparing to take the stage this holiday season in the newest rendition of the popular play “Toys Take Over Christmas.”“Toys Take Over Christmas” is an annual holiday...

Pop artist performs bland set

Emily Daroga December 3, 2015

A room filled with high- heeled preteens and dads set the tone for Thursday night’s show at Higher Ground. Even though he’s an acclaimed pop musician, Nate Ruess...

White Fang Album Review

White Fang Album Review

November 19, 2015

They call themselves the “stupidest band in the world.” Their Twitter picture is their band name illustrated as the Taco Bell logo. They are Portland-based rock band White Fang.The neo-grunge, skate-punk...

Rock the Kasbah Review

Rock the Kasbah Review

Colin Kamphuis November 19, 2015

Even a predictably funny performance from Bill Murray isn’t enough to save this promising movie from disappointing mediocrity.   Bill Murray plays Richie Lanz, a washed up band manager who...

Nosferatu: A symphony of Horror review

Nosferatu: A symphony of Horror review

Colin Kamphuis November 19, 2015

While the prospect of watching a silent, black and white movie from 1922 might sound frighteningly boring for some, “Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror” proves that even films approaching their 100-year...

Spotlight on The Monkey House 

Spotlight on The Monkey House 

November 19, 2015

A small venue in downtown Winooski has been attracting UVM students who are looking for an alternative atmosphere to downtown Burlington. The Monkey House hosts four to five events a week ranging...

 Canadian rock band July Talk will play on Nov. 16  www.emimusic.com.au

July Talk Preview

November 19, 2015

A gritty, edgy and innovative sound is coming to the Higher Ground stage this month. Canadian rock band July Talk will play on Nov. 16, alongside Little Hurricane and the John Daly Trio. July Talk formed...

Spotlight on theBaha Men

Spotlight on the

Baha Men

November 19, 2015

Every artist has a tough time following up their best work, when I asked Dyson Knight of the Baha Men how you follow up a huge hit like “Who Let the Dogs Out,” he simply responded, “You don’t.”Fifteen...

 The band brings their distinct sound to Higher Ground on November 15th.

Band tours for their new album

Emily Daroga November 17, 2015

A psychedelic techno group returning to Higher Ground Nov. 15. Papadosio is touring for their new album, “Extras in A Movie,” released earlier this year carrying a very orchestral and cerebral...

 Even the performers called out the crowd for their rude behavior.

Underachievers review 

November 16, 2015

One thing that I have learned from attending a multitude of concerts is that a crowd can make or break the experience. I’ve never seen such a pathetic excuse of a crowd at The Underachievers concert...

Rapper ‘chops it up’ at the Lamp Shop

Jacob Holzman November 16, 2015

If there’s one thing you don’t expect to hear a rapper shout out to on stage, it’s light fixtures. However at the Lamp Shop, hip-hop artist Rory Ferreira, also known as Milo, seemed to be obligated...

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