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The word “villanelle” is derived from a 15th-century Italian term that loosely translates to “rural ballad.” Also, any lit major will tell you that it’s a very specific, relatively obscure style of French poetry. In Burlington, Villanelles has come to take on a new but oddly appropriate meaning: [vil-uh-nels] n. a kick-ass local indie rock band, notable for dynamic arrangements and thought-provoking lyricism laced with vividly poetic imagery. This Thursday, catch Villanelles at the Higher Ground Ballroom in support of Afrofunkdafied headliners — and Burlington ex-pats — Rubblebucket. Local experimental indie songwriter tooth ache. opens.