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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, they received airplay on Orlando's rock station 105.9FM and were named O-Rock's Band of the Week. In 2006, the New School Dropouts won bids to play at the Atlantis Music Fest Showcase in Atlanta and the Florida Music Festival in Orlando. Later that year, Eastern Surf Magazine selected their album Bring Back Shaka as the "Pick of the Month", and their growing popularity in Florida was solidified when the song "Tragic Dub" was added to Orlando's 101.1FM WJRR's nightly rotation. Additionally, the New School Dropouts provide a stamp of professionalism as rock-reggae artists having performed with reggae legends Damian Marley, Third World, Toots and the Maytals, UB40 and Inner Circle. 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". 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 peopleâ€¦so tune in and dropout!
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Member Since: 3/22/2005
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Jack’s Memorial Paddleout Video

Check out Jack's Paddleout video on the Tribute page www.myspace.com/jackhoffpauir . Thanks so much to Bryan W. from Doorway27 for putting the video together. It's crazy in retrospect...
Posted by NEW SCHOOL DROPOUTS on Fri, 11 Jan 2008 08:22:00 PST

Jack Hoffpauir Memorial Paddleout and Celebration

Please join the friends and family of Jack Hoffpauir for a Memorial Paddleout and Celebration on Saturday, December 8th in Indialantic, FL. Memorial PaddleoutSat 12/8/0710amParadise Beach Park(1/2 mi...
Posted by NEW SCHOOL DROPOUTS on Fri, 30 Nov 2007 09:23:00 PST

Jacks Obituary

I copied this obituary from Crowley's local newspaper, the Crowley Signal Post dated November 21, 2007. You can view the PDF file at http://www.crowleypostsignal.com/index.php Jack Hoffpauir II ...
Posted by NEW SCHOOL DROPOUTS on Wed, 21 Nov 2007 06:20:00 PST

Jack’s MySpace Tribute Page

Hi Everybody, Thank you everyone so much for your cares, concerns and condolences. The void of Jacks physical presence is painful and too soon, but his freewheeling spirit, creati...
Posted by NEW SCHOOL DROPOUTS on Wed, 21 Nov 2007 04:11:00 PST

Jacks Funeral Info

Funeral /Flowers Infohttp://www.geeseyferguson.com/index.jspGeesey-Ferguson30 1 North AveCrowley, LA 70526 Wed Nov 21 9AM-10pm WakeFri Nov 23 9AM WakeFri Nov 23 11am Service Donations to the Hopelineht...
Posted by NEW SCHOOL DROPOUTS on Tue, 20 Nov 2007 01:28:00 PST

Jack Hoffpauir R.I.P.

As we understand things right now...on Sunday November 18th it was a rainy day near Crowley Louisiana and Jack was pulling up to some railroad tracks in his Jeep to see if it was clear to cross.....
Posted by NEW SCHOOL DROPOUTS on Tue, 20 Nov 2007 05:51:00 PST

Check out this event: Voodoo Glow Skulls and NEW SCHOOL DROPOUTS!

Hosted By: New School DropoutsWhen: Wednesday Oct 24, 2007Doors at 8:00 PMWhere: The Social54 N. Orange AvenueOrlando, Florida|10 32801United StatesDescription:NSD and Voodoo Glow SkullsClick Here To ...
Posted by NEW SCHOOL DROPOUTS on Tue, 23 Oct 2007 01:40:00 PST

MUSIC FOR HOPE!

..> 08/04/2007 09:00 PM - THE HUSTLER "MUSIC FOR HOPE" BENEFIT! [Edit] [Cancel] 1/2 Mile North of 192 on A1A Indialantic, Florida US Cost:$7 ADVANCE TICKETS, $10 DAY OF SHOW! Tickets available a...
Posted by NEW SCHOOL DROPOUTS on Tue, 05 Jun 2007 03:40:00 PST

Ride the Bus with N.S.D. to the Social in Orlando on 6/22!

What's poppin? It's you on the party bus! Join the New School Dropouts on a 55-passenger charter bus to their show in Orlando on Friday, June 22 at the Social. The Supervillains and Junkie Rush are sh...
Posted by NEW SCHOOL DROPOUTS on Thu, 31 May 2007 07:13:00 PST

Darfur Benefit in Delray Beach, FL!

Founded by seven high school students from the South Florida area, For Darfur Inc. is a non-profit organization helping to raise awareness for the dire crisis affecting the Sudanese people in Darfur.&...
Posted by NEW SCHOOL DROPOUTS on Sun, 20 May 2007 06:41:00 PST