By Jennifer Montalvo
From downloading off the Internet, to going to live concerts, or even playing in your own band, music is an essential part of all of our lives. For many students on campus, music provides an outlet to the daily stresses of college life. Whether students are working out at the Marino Center or brainstorming ideas for a paper, music provides the motivation most of us need to make it through the day. Walking around campus, we could not help but spot Bryce Freeman, a freshman, music industry major from Oakland California, flipping through his collection of 400+ CD’s while rocking out to his favorite song. Bryce gave us his opinion on what’s going on in the music world and what bands to watch out for.
The Northeastern News: What CD are you listening to?
Bryce Freeman: Real Big Fish-Cheer Up. I really like their ska songs. I’ve seen them live before and they were great. Their lyrics are really funny.
The News: What new band do you think is on their way to making it big?
Freeman: Mars Volta is a great new band. Their music is different from anyone else’s. Plus, their singer has some awesome vocals.
The News: How would you describe your music taste?
Freeman: All over. Van Morrison, James Taylor, Dave Matthews, Green Day, Goldfinger, even Rap. Almost everything except Country.
The News: What do you think is the best album out there right now?
Freeman: Sublime’s self titled album. I can listen to practically every song on it.
The News: How do you feel about downloading music off the Internet?
Freeman: I think it’s a great way for local bands to get their music out. If they’re good, eventually I’ll buy their CD or go see a show.
The News: If you could hang out on tour with one band, who would it be?
Freeman: Definitely, Green Day. They’re from my hometown. I met all of them on a plane to Los Angeles. They were all pretty cool guys.
The News: What is the most embarrassing song you’ve downloaded?
Freeman: (Laughing) Avril Lavigne “Sk8ter Boi” Don’t ask.
The News: What do you think of music today in general?
Freeman: It’s too much “lets form a band and go make millions.” People aren’t about being real anymore.
