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(Self-released, CD)

It is difficult to recall successful pairings of robotics and rock. A casual look back at their scant joint history recalls a relationship grounded largely in regrettable theatrics and whimsy — thank you very much, “Mr. Roboto.” Thankfully, Bill’s Robot are robotic in name only. However, the local duo’s debut EP is also more journey back in time than contribution to futuristic rock innovation.... Read more

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(Self-released, CD)

Vergennes-based folk/country troubadour Josh Brooks has reemerged a lengthy seven years since his well-regarded sophomore effort, Better Days. Brooks’ new release adds to an already impressive back catalog of folksy fables set to wholesome country strains. But in terms of production and recording technique, Lesson Learned represents a different pass over familiar folk and country terrain and bears the mark of a craftsman still trying to embrace his artistic progression.... Read more

(Self-released, CD)

From this band’s name alone, the crude French speakers among us may be able to divine some hazy idea of the moody hues contained within the self-titled debut EP from Burlington ambient instrumental duo Tapis Bleu. But that would be judging a, well, rug by its color. And the floor is no place for this poignant, well-crafted harmonic tapestry, one of the most unusually innovative local creations to reach our ears this year.... Read more

(Self-released, CD)

Through the evolution of rock music, no instrument has had a tougher time than the piano. That pilot of classicism, architect of blues and luminary of jazz has, within the context of rock, often been carefully reduced to either delicate accentuation or atmospheric auxiliary. And sometimes Bruce Springsteen stands on one.... Read more

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