NEW SCHOOL DROPOUTS: Bring Back Shaka

New School Dropouts

Bring Back Shaka

© 2006 New School Dropouts (837101123679)

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A five-piece crew from Florida's east coast blends Reggae, Rock, Dub, Surf, Funk and Dancehall that's sure to make your head bounce. Wailing trombone and flares of light hip-hop showcase the New School Dropouts' ability to break the rock-genre barrier.

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The New School Dropouts infuse reggae overtones with a new-rock movement searching for deeper, head-bouncing bass grooves and soulful, conscious lyricism. Wailing, in-your-face trombone licks add a standout dimension to their sound, and flares of light hip-hop showcase the New School Dropouts’ ability to break out of the rock-genre barrier. Fans of Sublime appreciate the New School Dropouts’ rock-steady and dancehall rhythms. Their harmonious lyrical exchange and chomping guitar distortion are compared to the likes of 311, and the New School Dropouts’ seamless transition to roots reggae draws inspiration from many reggae legends such as Bob Marley.

Formed in 2003, this “rock-a-dub” crew from Florida’s east coast sparks with high energy and good vibes in the midst of their laidback, beachside lifestyle. When hurricanes destroyed 3 member’s houses in 2004, the New School Dropouts never put down their instruments. Their music provided an escape from the reality of loss and fueled their drive to rock more house parties and venues throughout Florida. In 2005, the New School Dropouts performed on some of the most respected stages in Central Florida, including opening for Damian Marley at Universal Studios. In September of 2005, they received airplay on Orlando’s rock station 105.9FM and were named O-Rock’s Band of the Week.

The New School Dropouts’ debut album Bring Back Shaka was released in 2006 and features 16 original tracks. The word “shaka”, a Hawaiian term often used by surfers, means “everything’s cool”. The songs express this attitude in moving storylines about relationships with girlfriends; money and alcohol; and worldly topics of unity and spirituality. Armed with an energetic live show, Bring Back Shaka should prove to be a powerful weapon as the New School Dropouts mobilize and prepare to bring their music to the people…so tune in and dropout!

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  • Great Album!!!
    author: Bruno Lobo

    Hello i´m from Portugal! I was suprise when i heard the entire album, it´s funtastic. Congratulations to the artist´s and the producer.

  • What an awesome CD!
    author: Lisa White

    I had never heard any of NSD's music until I attended a friends wedding and they performed. I was so upset to hear about Jack's death and that made me want the CD even more. I love every song and have gotten my 2 kids listening to it. They are 4 1/2 and 2! Keep up the great work and you bet your ass I will buy whatever they do next.

  • Bring Back Shaka
    author: Julie Baker

    Fabulous! Sending you love from Mobile!

  • I love it!!!!!!!!!!
    author: maria melfi

    Best CD I've heard in a looooooong time It's come up with their own new genre Play it to death, all the songs are good!

  • bring back shaka
    author: maria melfi

    you guys get better every year, I used to see you live in CB a couple of years ago and you were great then. I didn't think you couldn't get any better, but you have. This is now my favorite CD. now that you're on the Pier in cali's friend's list you're on your way. Good luck

  • Awesome
    author: Kenneth DeLoach

    Saw them live in Orlando, never heard of them before, went home the next day and bought the CD. Definitely like to see these guys make it big, they have the talent. Keep it up fellas!

  • Bring back shaka
    author: Lyle Pakele

    one word.....AWESOME!

  • great cd
    author: Matt

    read about this cd in a surf mag in Australia. great tunes im sure more aussies will be buying this one

  • Best Cd Ive Bought in the Last Year
    author: Andrew

    This is definitely one of the best cds I have got in a while. Well worth the purchase. If you like sublime you will love this band!

  • This is an awesome CD
    author: Heather

    It was awesome, the CD came within three days so I could jam out. ;) I love the CD. Thank you.

  • Great CD! Very nice blend of Reggae and Rock
    author: supernova

    Got an e-mail or something linking to the band's site. Gave a listen to a couple of tracks and ordered the CD right away. What I like is the unique sound ... a little reminiscent of "The Clash" or "UB40" but with a more authentic reggae sound (and I should know ... I'm also a musician and I'm from Jamaica). Haven't seen the band live, but I’m sure they rock! Keep up the good work!

  • beachside boys holdin it down
    author: suddy boy from the bsc

    ive seen you guys play at nick g.'s house plenty of times and you guys only get better and better.remember at the hustler? suddy boy on stage holdin it down.im in wisconsin now with my mom and i play your cd everyday so i can escape back to the beach for a while.you guys are the best!thank you boys."golfer pros and tennis H@%* !!!!beach side 4 life !!!!

  • One of the best up an coming bands in Florida.
    author: Tpunk

    I've seen these guys twice in orlando and they were awsome both times. After the second show I bought the CD and haven't stopped listening since. Its got a cool sound and will give you great vibes. This is now one of my standard albums to listen to on the way to the beach to catch some waves. I would include these guys in the same style of junkie rush, 311, sublime, and the supervillains.

  • One of the best up an coming bands in Florida.
    author: Tpunk

    I've seen these guys twice in orlando and they were awsome both times. After the second show I bought the CD and haven't stopped listening since. Its got a cool sound and will give you great vibes. This is now one of my standard albums to listen to on the way to the beach to catch some waves. I would include these guys in the same style of junkie rush, 311, sublime, and the supervillains.

  • Best of BC!
    author: Travis 1st

    I've seen these guys live a couple times in Brevard County. Mostly Satelitte Beach and Cocoa Beach, and I grabbed their Demo at one show. I couldn't stop listening to it. When I heard they put out a full length CD I had to have it. I'm deployed to Iraq right now so I'm glad CDbaby had it. Now I can feel like I'm back on the beach drinking with my friends listening to the great music scene in Central Florida. And NSD is one of the best in BC!

  • Great
    author: Paine

    A friend played this for me and it's one my favorites not to mention I have turned about 5 others onto it...Great Jam

  • This CD totally reminds me of the beach
    author: NSD

    I saw a vid on surfline that had NSD like a year ago and I finally got the cd after listening to samples of the songs forever and it is totally worth it. I love the reggea/ska style.

  • New School Dropouts are on tops on my list.
    author: Aaron

    I recieved my cd from CD Baby in a timely fashion and I'm loving it. New School Dropouts is an awesome cd. I'v been cranking it since I got it. I was in Florida for the first time and found out they were a local band. Evertime I play it they remind me of the fun I had surfing in Cocoa Beach. Yeah-aaahhhh!

  • BUY THIS CD!!!!
    author: FlaSurfer

    Just got it in the mail yesterday and it's phenomenal!!!! These guys are sooo above all that comercial produced junk that pollutes the air waves. Brevard county has some awsome bands; deffinately check these guys out.

  • smokin !
    author: surferkevman

    Man I loved your alberto vid!! I new ya'll were from the spaced out coast!!gonna see ya at sun splash just an old surfer dead head , reggae freak!!

  • BOP BOP!!!
    author: rusty smith

    I'm in Alaska and I thought I could feel the sea mist and corona's for a second. Nothing tragic about this dub.

  • fuckin kick ass CD!!!
    author: cornadas thoughts

    im listening to it right now..... aaahhhhhh. refreshing. dont be a fool, buy this cd before they get big and sell out (as any good musician should do). that way you can say, "i've been listening to NSD before they got all rich and shit"

  • this is going to become an alltime fav
    author: Michael

    this CD is the perfect blend for vibing to go surf. with luck, NSD will have more to come and all of them (hopefully) as great as this CD is !

  • Freaking amazing cd
    author: Austin

    I just got this Cd its so amazing im totally spreading the news in KC

  • Every song is awesome!
    author: John Russell

    This CD will be a collector's item after these guys hit the bigtime. I can't stop listening to it.

  • Bring Back Shaka is soooo good
    author: Greg

    Bring Back Shaka is all that I have listened to in the past week, since my cd came in the mail. I'm spreading the word fast...New School Dropouts rock.

  • Completely and utter chill, but yet rockin at the same time - clutch
    author: VALLEY DREW

    There is something about it that makes me wanna bob my head, and the funny thing is that I can choose to get up and dance or just sit and chill. I could sit here and type more but I wanna get back to listening =)

  • Must buy for anyone who likes music, you wont be disappointed!
    author: Hafedig

    This album makes you feel. Incredible conscious lyrics that are sure to take an element of your life and paint a picture. The harmonies are addictive and very nicely produced. The instrumentation and song structure is pro. It is an incredible production for any band, let alone an unsigned band....

  • author: nik

    great lyrics, great blend of styles, excellent live.........

  • It is a great CD!
    author: Nickole

    I really enjoyed the mixture of music types and how it sounded all togther good work!

  • Buy this CD
    author: Chris

    This CD is great every song is awsome and the way it it put together everything really flows well. Everyone I know who has listened to this CD wants one. It is a great deal on CDbaby too.

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