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If Bill Shakespeare was right that brevity is the soul of wit, then the Cave Bees’ band bio may rank among the finest ever written — though that’s a dubious distinction, given the self-flattering nonsense typically found on most one-sheets. Theirs reads, “Long story short: Once the Cave Bees rocked. Now they rock harder.” Honestly, what more do you need to know?... Read more

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(Self-released, CD)

If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all. — Unknown ... 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

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(Vital Records, CD)

One of the most alluring creatures of the tropical rainforests in Central and South America is the blue morpho. The iridescent butterfly is known both for its striking beauty and for the abrupt color changes that mark its life cycle. As such, the animal is the perfect namesake for the fifth album from the Bluegrass Gospel Project, one of Vermont’s most talented acoustic bands.... Read more

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You know who could use a good beatdown? The Green Mountains, apparently. Fortunately, local hardcore stalwarts Blinded by Rage are only too happy — or, perhaps, unhappy — to oblige with their latest release, the aptly titled Green Mountain Beatdown Volume 1. Like any good ass-whoopin’, it’s a little scary at first. But ultimately, it’s short and sweet, and over before you know what hit you. So come on, Vermont. Straighten up and take your medicine like a man. A mincing, pitiful little man.... Read more