College Music Discovery: Dropkick Murphys

Artist: Dropkick Murphys

Originally From: Quincy, Massachusetts USA

Genre: Celtic Punk Rock

Most of the College Kids have been listening to the Dropkick Murphys for several years, but their unique sound and individual style have for the most part kept them out of the mainstream everywhere that is not Boston or Ireland.

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College Music Discovery: Acid Mothers Temple

Artist: Acid Mothers Temple
Origin: Japan
Genre: Experimental/Psychedelic Rock

If you want to get freaked out, listen to Acid Mothers Temple. This band, hailing from Japan, is the epitome of fucked-up. The main philosophy of Acid Mothers Temple is; do whatever the hell you want. They have constant additions to the band which keep them progressing, producing some of the most mind-blowing music you will ever hear. Their songs are based on free formats, which produce some of the most interesting jams I have ever heard. The live shows are also out of this world. They have been known to completely destroy stages and instruments to produce the sounds that they want. Acid Mothers Temple isn’t the type of band to put on when you want to chill out with your buddies and get loaded, but they are good when you are chewing caps. So check out their myspace page and give them a listen.

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College Music Discovery - The Fiery Furnaces

As we have said many times before, college is where you discover new and interesting music. College in general is a place to find things you've never experienced before (alcohol, hippies, etc.).

One of my close friends introduced me to this Indie Rock band that originated in NYC. Their music is like nothing I've ever listened to before. They experiment with sounds that you would never think to hear coming from your speakers.

Their latest album right now is Bitter Tea which I find to be their best (for what I've listened to). Their new album drops October 9th, and it's entitled Window City. I suggest you give these guys a listen and see if you are fond of them. Maybe borrow their CD from a friend (that's what I did).

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College Music Discovery: Jose Gonzalez

Jose Gonzalez

So it’s about time that Ask a College Kid began to review music, right? Let’s face it, aside from cheap beer and cliff notes, every college kid likes music. We are not going to stick to your average reviews though. If you want those, go to Rolling Stone. We are focusing on displaying new and upcoming artists. Enjoy!

To pop our musical cherry, here is an Argentinean artist, whom hails from Sweden (I couldn’t believe it either). His name is Jose Gonzalez. He is a folk/indie musician, who has won this college kid’s heart. Jose’s music is not the type to help you fill your beer bong, so it may be better to keep Jose on the shelf during your next kegger, but he is definitely worth a serious listen. If you enjoy the sounds of Simon and Garfunkel, you will like Jose Gonzalez. His poetic and somber guitar will captivate your mind, forcing you to listen again and again and again. Some of my personal favorites are the songs titled “Killing for Love” and “Cycling Trivialities” off of his latest album, In Our Nature, which will hit the stores on September 25. His sweet and mellow voice is the perfect soundtrack for writing a paper or finishing that novel you haven’t had the time for. So on the next rainy day, take a seat, twist one up, throw on Jose and get ready to enjoy.

Check out his myspace page, and give him a listen. Let us know what you think too.

Written by: Anthony Depasquale

Tony is a junior at Suffolk University in Boston Massachusetts. He is the newest writer to the Ask a College Kid community, and we all welcome him!

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The College Kids

College Music Discovery: Hilltop Hoods

Name: Hilltop Hoods
Genre: Alternative Hip-Hop/Australian Rap
Influences: KRS-One, Gang Starr, Public Enemy

Hilltop Hoods is one of the most well know hip-hop groups in Australia. The group members Suffa, Pressure, and DJ Debris formed Hilltop in 1991. They have a unique style of combining live instruments with sampling. DJ Debris presence is heard on every track, which makes each one more lively and interesting.

Their songs cover a variety of different topics from the lives of the Hilltop members. Their upbeat alternative style is refreshing and enjoyable.

Must hear songs: The Nosebleed Section, The Hard Road, Recapturing The Vibe

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The College Kids