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The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

 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...

 The Arts Initiative creates an environment where students are encouraged to learn and collaborate.

Artistic growth thrives on campus

Jensen Wainwright November 16, 2015

There’s a place at UVM where everyone from bakers to painters can gather to learn and grow as artists. The Arts Initiative, a Living/Learning program, connects students directly to their art, other...

 Officials reject housing in the

Officials reject housing in the South End 

November 16, 2015

The construction of new housing in the South End has been delayed due to a resolution the Burlington City Council passed Oct. 26. The new housing was going to go into the Enterprise Zone, a small...

Artists returning for first headlining tour 

Artists returning for first headlining tour 

Allie Osorno November 16, 2015

An up-and-coming electronic artist will return to Burlington for his first headlining tour. Kill Paris, aka Corey Baker, will perform at Higher Ground Nov. 20. Kill Paris is debuting his new album,...

Futurebirds come to Burlington

‘Futurebirds’ come to Burlington

Izzy Schechter November 16, 2015

Psychedelic country band Futurebirds will be bringing their Southern-infused sound up north to Higher Ground Thursday, Nov. 5. The group, based in Athens, Georgia, is characterized by their spacey...

The US and Soviets team up in a new spy movie

Colin Kamphuis November 6, 2015

In “Bridge of Spies,” James Donovan (Hanks) is an insurance lawyer charged to defend captured Soviet spy Rudoph Abel. Despite the clamoring of the entire United States to see him sentenced to death...

Studio 5 Spotlight 

October 25, 2015

From mothers coming in with their 7-year old daughter to 72-year old retirees looking for new hobbies, the art of DJing is rapidly increasing in popularity in every demographic.John “DJ Johnny Utah”...

John Mulaney

October 25, 2015

You may recognize the name John Mulaney from his sitcom, “Mulaney,” but he is better known for his work as a writer on “Saturday Night Live.” Here, he co-created the character of Stefon as well...

Interview with the pied piper of church street

Catie Owen October 25, 2015

Tourists and Burlington residents alike stop on Church Street and stare in wonder at the “one-man band with accoutrements.” There is almost no way to categorize street performer M. “Tree”...

“Emancipator” Review 

Allie Osorno October 25, 2015

Fall is here, which means Higher Ground’s coat check was in full effect Wednesday night. The box office line was crowded all the way to the door with people trying to buy last minute tickets to...

Alex G’s “Beach Music” Album Review

Izzy Schechter October 25, 2015

  The ability of music to straddle the line between happiness and sadness is exemplified in “Beach Music,” a new release from electronic experimentalist Alexander Giannascoli, also known...

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