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Basement Medicine

The student-run community news site of Vermont State University - Johnson

Basement Medicine

The art of the outro: Crumbs first two EPs

The art of the outro: Crumb’s first two EPs

Soleil Devyn Borthwick, Staff Reporter April 10, 2020

Come for the singer's voice, stay for the band's instruments. This is how most of the songs on Crumb's first two EPs make me feel. Crub is a New York band that formed at Tufts College. The band is made...

Inked!

Inked!

Marcus Allen March 15, 2020

The needle punctures the skin, vibrating like a cell phone persistently ringing. Ripping into his flesh like a thousand small bee stings, leaving behind a trail of black lines and splotches of grey to...

A taste of the Big Apple

Tijana Ganun March 15, 2020

As a native New Yorker, one of the things I like best about the city are its many restaurants. If you’re ever in New York and are looking for some delicious and memorable culinary treats, here are some...

Pokémon Sword and Shield: Nintendo ups their game

Lindsay Andersen March 15, 2020

Pokémon Sword and Shield mark the 8th generation of Pokémon, a game series that has captured the hearts of most long-time Nintendo fans since their childhood. However, long gone are the days of the Gameboy...

“Sex Education” better the second time around

Magnificent Schmidl, Staff Reporter March 12, 2020

If you have been privy to the public school system’s sex education courses in the last decade or so, you know that they need to step up their game. The limited information they are allowed to cover leave...

“The Circle” is worth the watch

“The Circle” is worth the watch

Soleil Devyn Borthwick, Staff Reporter March 12, 2020

At first, “The Circle” is easy to judge too harshly. The show is Netflix’s US import of a British reality show bearing the same name. In it, players compete for a cash prize by vying to be the...

Jacob M. Muther and Maddie Anna in a scene outside of the main house party.

A terrific performance with a terrible script

Rebecca Flieder, Editor-in-Chief February 20, 2020

After watching “Good Kids” put on by Dibden last weekend, all I can say is, “Okay, boomer.” I should preface this and give my congratulations to the cast, who ran well with a poorly written...

(Left to right, top:) Emoji Nightmare, Nikki Champagne, Farrah Nuff; (Bottom) Tom Poodiack

Clothes make the woman

Soleil Devyn Borthwick, Staff Reporter February 20, 2020

Not often in my life do I have experiences that I would call enlightening or rapturous. In the Stearns Performance Space a few Thursdays ago, I had one such experience. The catalyst was a drag show hosted...

Oh hi Mark!

Bad plot, bad porn: “The Room”

Soleil Devyn Borthwick, Staff Reporter February 20, 2020

Imagine a film that has it all. Every scene is perfectly shot – the way the camera moves is entrancing. The dialogue is gripping and delivered masterfully. The physical acting is just as good, with body...

An un-bear advantage

An un-bear advantage

Magnificent Schmidl, Staff Reporter February 20, 2020

I had been let down before by the Discovery channel and wasn’t sure I would be able to trust them again. It was the summer of 2017 and Shark Week was swimming along the TV guide. I was promised a race...

Mal Maiz

Creative Audience offers a widely diverse array of events

Adriana Eldred, Photo & Web Editor February 10, 2020

Every semester is jam-packed with interesting and thought-provoking events, and this semester is no exception – however, there are a few changes in the works that will continue to improve the creative...

The weed with the roots in hell

The weed with the roots in hell

Soleil Devyn Borthwick, Staff Reporter February 10, 2020

In the modern era, it’s hard to believe that a film such as “Reefer Madness” (1936) was once presented as factual. The movie is clearly dated – the archaic spelling of “marihuana” is used,...

The Joker: Maybe not so funny

The Joker: Maybe not so funny

Justin Robertiello, Staff Reporter February 10, 2020

The film Joker was released Oct. 4, 2019, and was screened at the Bijou Cineplex 4 in Morrisville. The movie was also screened at The Roxy located in Burlington, and the Essex Cinema. The movie was directed...

Defining grandfamilies

Lisa Monique Kent, Contributor February 6, 2020

There’s a new sociological word floating around our communities these days, though the concept is almost as old as time—grandfamily. Grandfamilies are grandparents and their grandchildren as a family...

DiCaprio’s disturbing documentary disappoints

Jenn Dezotelle, Student December 12, 2019

“Before the Flood,” staring Leonardo DiCaprio aired a little over three years ago. This Hollywood star used his fame in attempts to bring climate change to light in a way that creates change like never...

Hash, eggs, biscuits and gravy from the Milton Diner... defibrillator not included.

The Milton Diner is a local classic

Cody Blaisedell, Student December 12, 2019

In the town of Milton, Vermont, just short of 30 miles west of Johnson, a staple in the community that has thrived for over 40 years rests on the side of Route 7. When entering Milton from Interstate 89,...

The Monarch and the Milkweed offers eclectic cuisine done well

The Monarch and the Milkweed offers eclectic cuisine done well

Justin Robertiello, Staff Reporter December 12, 2019

Monarch and the Milkweed is located on 111 Saint Paul St, Burlington ,Vermont. The restaurant presents itself as a pastry shop, fine diner, and cocktail bar. The feel of this place is quite relaxing, and...

Compelling and cruel: “The Report” is a true story at breakneck pace

Compelling and cruel: “The Report” is a true story at breakneck pace

Thomas Streeter, Staff Reporter December 12, 2019

From Director Scott Z. Burns, the producer and writer of “Side Effects,” “Contagion” and “The Bourne Ultimatum,” comes an Amazon Prime Original Movie, “The Report.” The film was released...

Lewis’ full collage of prints

Exhibit highlights creative reflection

Rebecca Flieder November 22, 2019

Adriana Eldred, Will Lewis and Gillianne Sheppard presented their bachelor’s of fine arts (BFA) exhibits in the Julian Scott Memorial Gallery on Nov. 13. Eldred and Lewis are both seniors in the Studio...

A study of the Branwell Bronte original painting, used as a prop in the Dibden performance

Brontë: a family affair

Allison Irons November 22, 2019

“Brontë,” directed by Laura Roald, made its debut at Dibden Center for the Arts Nov. 7 -10. Roald has directed a number of plays including “Macbeth” and “Nine” at NVU-Johnson. “Brontë”...

Indie bass with Beabadoobee

Thomas Streeter November 21, 2019

On Oct. 14, Beabadoobie released her third EP, “Space Cadet.”   Beatrice Kristi Laus, also known as Beabadoobee, is a 19-year-old singer-songwriter based in London and born in the Philippines....

Holy Oleo!

Holy Oleo!

Adriana Eldred and Ari Erlbaum November 21, 2019

Basement Medicine staff members Ari Erlbaum and Adriana Eldred discuss the  Nov. 13 evening’s musical performance of the Oleo Romeos, featuring Professor Tyrone Shaw as frontman.   Editor’s...

Russ Weis

The punisher: he’s a diamond in the Russ

Ari Erlbaum, Staff Reporter November 7, 2019

First-year advisor Russ Weis talked to Basement Medicine about life, puns, dinosaurs and an insidious conspiracy to eliminate compound words. Can you introduce yourself? I am Russ Weiss. I am a first-year...

A dollar pack of googley eyes makes an excellent prop for a manicure

An acetone addiction: my journey from nail biter to nail artist

Rebecca Flieder, Editor in Chief November 7, 2019

I feed my addiction a couple dollars at a time, buying once a month from my suppliers online. It’s generally $12.50 for a half ounce at a time, but I’ll buy a couple plus some extras if my budget allows....

Tame Impalas The Slow Rush album cover

Tame Impala’s new album combines psych rock and pop

Patrick Bell, Sports Editor November 7, 2019

Kevin Parker, also known as Tame Impala, announced to his fans via Instagram that his new album, “The Slow Rush” would release on Valentine’s Day 2020. This announcement was years in the making,...

Velocipastors poster

Hilariously happy ever raptor

Ari Erlbaum November 7, 2019

“The VelociPastor” is an understated character study with a lot to say, subtly mining pathos from small moments of everyday life. Just kidding. “The VelociPastor” is a movie about a priest who...

Open Ring Circus dances through the flames in Dibden

Open Ring Circus dances through the flames in Dibden

Allison Irons, Staff Reporter October 24, 2019

On Oct. 1, the Dibden Center for the Arts welcomed Open Ring Circus to perform “Coated: 1944 Circus Fire Project,” an interactive acrobatic and dance production. From the performance’s playbill:...

Album Cover, “Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes,” by Radamiz

Radamiz’ lovely lyricism

Thomas Streeter, Staff Reporter October 24, 2019

Passion. Growth. Change. Progression. These are words that describe 27-year old Dominican-born Bed-Stuy Brooklyn rapper, Radamiz’s newest album. The album, ”Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes,” was...

It’s a-me, Mario Kart Mobile!

It’s a-me, Mario Kart Mobile!

Allison Irons, Staff Reporter October 24, 2019

“It’s a-Mario time!” This time, it’s on your phone! The new Mario Kart Tour game has finally hit the App Store & Google Play as the number one racing game. The application was available...

Kissing ass and taking names: a foolproof guide

Kissing ass and taking names: a foolproof guide

Adriana Eldred, Photo & Web Editor October 24, 2019

If you’re like me, you already dread showing up to class and being subjected to the downward-turned nose and jaded stare of your professor, never mind the radical thought of ever approaching them with...

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