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Soundtrack for a Generation

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Student Rick has every aspect of what defines an amazing band. I wake up to 'Soundtrack for a Generation' almost every morning because its just so good. Their music has just enough punk but also other sounds that keep you hooked. Every song is different and just as good as the last one. I have a Student Rick shirt that I proudly sport, lol. They are so awesome, I can't describe it. Just get this CD.

This is definately the biggest band in the South Bend Punk Scene(it's quite a scene, laugh out loud). I know several of the punk bands in the area and I'm just glad to see one signed, in addition to the slightly-local Mustard Plug which is close to my birth place, but hey, I didn't move all that far, well actually I live in the ... city of bristol, but I lived in South Bend and Kalmazoo before I moved here. I saw Mustard Plug play last week and man did they blow me away. I missed Student Rick but I know alot of peope who saw them play at some coffe-house/bookstore they use to play at but they won't let them play there anymore(I'm so jealous), I'm more into regular punk than pop/punk or emo but I'm so proud of my local heros that I DON'T CARE!... Well done Student Rick!...Raise the flag high for the city of SOUTH BEND, make me proud!...

The lyrics on this CD are deep and meaningful. Student*Rick has their own unique sound, while still providing that comfortable, upbeat feeling that is similar to other CDs, such as A New Found Glory - Nothing Gold Can Stay. Their voices are a little higher than others, but this just adds to the attributes of the CD that make me enjoy it. In addition to this album, people may want to buy Saves the Day - Stay What You Are. First and foremost, however, you should buy Soundtrack for a Generation. Seriously, this is one of the best CDs I've ever heard!

This CD is awesome! I have seen Student Rick play at Higher Grounds a lot. It is in South Bend, my hometown as well as their hometown. I loved them so much that I bought their CD as soon as it came out! You will find that their songs relate to general life so well. They are beautiful and melodic, and punk enough for me. Although I am more into the hardcore punk scene, Student Rick pulls it off alright. Think New Found Glory melodies mixed with Green Day/Rancid lyrics. The songs are great. Monday Morning, Falling For You, and South of Blackford are my favorites. The lyrics are very meaningful. They talk about life at its truest state: "...we'll stay up all night getting drunk and watching sunsets on our porch..." If you buy this album, you can't go wrong! I really hope Student Rick doesn't turn out to be another sellout. They have so much talent, it would be a shame to waste it. Student Rick: Don't dissapoint you devoted punk fans! Keep playing for us here in South Bend!

We still play their CD even years later. Too bad they were not in the right marketing, because they had a really good start.

i'm pretty late getting this cd, seeing as how it came out 4 years ago and the band has already broken up, but Soundtrack For A Generation is an awesome album. the only reason i bought it was for "Meet You Halfway There". after listening to the rest of the album, it was definitely worth my money =].

i do have one question though, has anyone else noticed that the last track is really over 10 minutes long, and that there's another track after "October Skies" (it starts a little after the 8-minute mark)? if anyone knows what's the title, could you let me know? thanks. =]

Student Rick maybe the best punk pop band i've heard in a long time.Their Debut album 'Soundtrack for a Generation', speaks for itself, its not for a adult in their 30s, but for a teenager who experiences emotional times in their lfe and needs time to chill out, and listen to this brilliant crafted album,this is the generation the album is aimed at.

Throughout the album there is a mix of moods, songs like 'Monday morning' and 'Falling for you' are yet bright songs but can be very emotional at times.Other songs like 'October skies' and Hideaway',are very deep songs which sets the mood.'Soundtrack for a generation' is not 10 out 10 album, two songs which are 'Yesterday' and 'In the cold' are ok songs but let the album down, but this is their first album, and its a brilliant start from Student rick, in the future, more albums from them could be ten times better.But at the momenmt i strongly advise you to buy this album.You won't regret it.

If you are looking for a CD that will never have to be removed from your stereo, Student Rick's 'Soundtrack for a Generation' is it! The most amazing part of this CD is the versatility of the music. You have fast punk rock with 'Falling for You' and mellow acoustic with 'Meet Me Halfway There." These are the two extremes of the record, the rest of the CD covers almost ever sound in between.
Furthermore, the CD covers a vast range of emotions. 'South of Blackford' chronicles the decision to follow one's dreams despite the consequences. 'Through the Window' communicates the pain of losing the world with which you are so familiar. This is applicable to someone moving away, going to college, or, in the band's case, leaving for tour.
This CD would not be able to break your heart or lift your spirits unless the lyrics were tangible and applicable. For example, in 'Please Forgive Me' we hear that "the right thing is always the hardest thing to do." A familiar scene is depicted in the song 'Monday Morning' with the lyrics "Sunny Monday and nothings going my way, forgotten tragedy, it always rains on me..."
Student Rick has reached a new level of excellence with 'Soundtrack for a Generation.' They have given listeners a record that is a Soundtrack for their lives. For all of your sunny Mondays when the rain just won't stop falling or Fridays to 'stay up all night getting drunk and watching sunsets' Student Rick has provided the music, emotion, and lyrics for our youthful generation.

I had the pleasure of seeing Student Rick perform live at my home town. I was there to see Catch 22, but was very pleased with this band as well. After buying the cd, I realized that they sang from their hearts. In fact, Please Forgive Me seemed to directly relate to the events which were taking place in my life at the time. It is such a shame that the bass player left, they were such an awesome band!

When i first heard of student rick i was laid back. i first saw their cd at a record store and i was looking for a new cd to buy. At first i was very reluctant to buy "Soundtrack for a Generation" by student rick, but when i finally decided to cash on it, i was overwhelmed by the results. Thinking its one of those grungy hard rock bands, i was wrong. This CD is packed with emotions and power at the same time. Its way better than those sellout punk bands like NFG and Blink, but my choice was right.. I recommend student rick to anyone who like melodic punk..