Music + Nightlife
Soundbites: 2026 Predictions for the Vermont Music Scene
Music editor Chris Farnsworth makes some bold predictions for the New Year, plus some resolutions he may — or likely may not — stick to.
On the Beat: Rough Francis Hold Steady; New Music Releases
The Burlington punks decide to keep their name after all. Plus, new music from Freeway Clyde, Jason Baker and David Karl Roberts.
Vermont Music + Nightlife Events
Eye on the Scene: The Fluffy Bus at Highlight New Year’s Eve
On a frigid New Year’s Eve, photographer Luke Awtry found a hot spot at Burlington’s Highlight festival: the flame-throwing Fluffy Bus.
Album Reviews
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The Best Vermont Music of 2025
Music editor Chris Farnsworth picks his favorite albums, songs and moments of the year, from buzzworthy indie records to major releases by local heavy hitters.
Backstory: Writing About Other Seven Dayzers Has Its Dangers
When music editor Chris Farnsworth interviewed and wrote about his coworkers’ band, he found himself in an uncomfortable, and conflicted, position.
Folklore and Fingerstyles: A Conversation With Guitarist Hiroya Tsukamoto
The guitarist and composer brings his blend of Japanese folk music and dazzling acoustic technique to Radio Bean in Burlington.
On the Beat: Holiday Punk from Vallory Falls
Richmond pop-punk band drops a new Christmas tune, Dr. Tortolano returns for his 65th year of performing holiday tunes, and Cabot celebrates 12th Night.
Eye on the Scene: Foam Brewers’ Holiday Extravaganza
Photographer Luke Awtry takes in the annual holiday throwdown at Foam Brewers in Burlington.
Soundbites: Watching the Future at the Spectacular Spectacular
While hosting a youth talent show, music editor Chris Farnsworth was filled with appreciation for late Vermont music teachers Robert Resnik and Jon Gailmor.
On the Beat: More Holiday Shows and New Singles
Foam Brewers throws a pair of holiday shows in Burlington. Plus, new music from Vermont artists including Francesca Blanchard, the Pyros, and Dwight + Nicole.
Vermont Folk and Children’s Musician Jon Gailmor Dies
The folk singer and radio host died in New Orleans on Sunday “with his music playing and his family singing along.”
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