![]() The band’s 2008 sophomore release No Consequences solidified their place as the reigning jesters of jam in the Queen City, and their live shows are quickly becoming legendary throughout the Northeast. Of the numerous auditory options available, few are as entrenched in the scene as Burlington’s Japhy Ryder. Though the Phab Phour is no more, they left behind a breeding pool teeming with heady acts - and hyphenated genre labels - eager to elevate minds and shake behinds. Really tight pants.įor better or worse, Burlington music will always be synonymous with Phish and groove-oriented jams. But to dismiss Herb, Max, Frank and Maarten - he’s the shy one - as a mere gimmick would be a mistake. From witty, audience-deprecating banter and hysterical film shorts to outlandish onstage hi-jinx, a night with this rollicking quartet is not just a show it’s an event. ![]() Tribe Called Quest, Black Sheep, oversized clothingįew live acts match the intensity and sheer sophomoric tomfoolery of The Vanderpolls (formerly “The Jazz Guys”), a longtime staple of the Burlington rock scene. Pro, Learic and DJ Kig Kat comprise the area’s most formidable freestyling trio and have graced the Seven Days annual Top Ten Album list for the last two years running. And the cream of the crop is undoubtedly The Aztext. Hip-hop is alive and well in the 802 and features a dazzling array of turntablists, MCs, graffiti artists and B-boys. But you’ll find the Green Mountains are full of surprises. Vermont’s vibrant hip-hop scene may defy demographic logic. So use this guide as a starting point on your road to musical discovery and sleeping through 8 a.m. It’s by no means comprehensive half the fun of seeing live music in and around Burlington is taking a flier on a band you’ve never heard of and using those experiences to connect your own dots. What follows is a sampling of the myriad musical options B-town has to offer. In the meantime, you’d be well advised to get acquainted with some of the area’s better acts. And thanks to the next wave of future dropouts currently descending upon our fair hamlet, the next great band is but a failed poly sci class away. I wish there were two of me, but I can’t.Mile for mile, few college towns can match Burlington in terms of sheer musical talent.I don’t think I’m the right person for that.I believe I wouldn’t fit the bill, sorry.Ways to Say “No” When it’s Not Interesting to You or Not a Good Match for You I’m head-down right now on a project, so won’t be able to.I really don’t have any openings in my schedule.I’m at the end of my rope right now so have to take a raincheck.Bandwidth is low, so I won’t be able to make it work.I’m not taking on anything else right now.I’ve got too much on my plate right now.I’m really spread thin these days, I just can’t take it on right now.Let me think about it and I’ll get back to you.It’s not feasible for me to take this on.I’m really buckling down on my priorities right now, so I can’t.I have a few things I need to take care of first.Perhaps next season when things clear up.I’m not able to make it this week/month/year.I’m just swamped right now, so I can’t.Phrases to Say “No” When You Don’t Have the Time I’m flattered you considered me, but unfortunately I’ll have to pass this time.You’re so kind to think of me, but I can’t.Thanks for thinking of me, but I can’t. ![]()
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