Music + Nightlife
Soundbites: Farewell, Radio Bean
A stiff insurance bill has brought low the Burlington club that has served as an indie-music hub for over 25 years. What comes next is anyone’s guess.
On the Beat: Big Pond Improv Festival Splashes Down
Get your “Yes, and…” on at Vermont Comedy Club this weekend. Plus, Brewster River Jam Fest finalizes its lineup, and new music from Bow Thayer and Ruminations.
Vermont Music + Nightlife Events
7 Places to Hear Live Music in Burlington’s South End
Live music soundtracks the South End Art Hop, and neighborhood venues keep the beat going all year long. Read on for where to find DJs, bands and porch tunes.

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Burlington’s Radio Bean to Close Next Week
According to owner Lee Anderson, the music venue’s abrupt closure stems from a $29,000 insurance bill that’s due immediately.
The Homegrown in Vermont Music Festival Returns
In its third year, the Stowe fest delivers its biggest lineup yet. The highlight: Guster’s Ryan Miller joins Freeway Clyde to reimagine Tom Petty’s ‘Wildflowers.’
On the Beat: Comedian Reggie Watts’ Shows Canceled
The comedian and musician’s Vermont Comedy Club dates are off following disturbing allegations. Plus, new singles and killer shows not to miss.
