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What colleges have you attended?
I went to just one college—Trinity College in Connecticut—four years, straight through, with one semester abroad. In many ways, it was the quintessential New England liberal arts college experience, except we were in a city (Hartford), not a rural area. Music was a big part of it. My college memories all come with a soundtrack. That’s one reason I love this blog. If you’re a GenX music lover (and who doesn’t love music?), you need to check it out. He’s a wonderful writer with a great playlist. It’s about as close to my college soundtrack as I can imagine.
Here are a couple photos from Trinity College Spring Weekend 1985. We had the Ramones and Til Tuesday on campus. Til Tuesday leader/songwriter Aimee Mann (with the platinum mohawk) had a huge hit with “Voices Carry,” so I think she was the headliner, but it looks like there was some slam dance/mosh pit energy happening during the Ramones. What could possibly go wrong? (According to classmates on Facebook, something bad did happen that day, but I have no recollection of it. I just remember a good ole time. Funny how memory can be selective like that.)
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Trinity College memories sound amazing, especially with the Ramones and Til Tuesday! Music truly shapes our experiences. What’s your favorite college soundtrack moment?
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Good question! I’ll have to think about that one.
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Oh, the 80s. How I sometimes miss thee lol
Great post and hello from a fellow New Englander!
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Hello Kevin! Thanks for reading and commenting. I miss the 80s too. We were so cool then 😉
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Hi Mary, nice to meet you!
Yes, those were some damn good times. I like to think we’re still pretty cool though. If others can’t see it, it’s their fault, not ours! lol
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💯😀
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Thanks for the shout out, Mary! I really appreciate it! Music and college are the perfect mix. The college soundtrack is the best. Seeing the Ramones live must have been cool. I’m also an Aimee Mann fan. Ah, to be young again…
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Keep on bloggin’ sir. You’re awesome! You’ve reminded me of so many great bands and songs.
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Thank you! I really appreciate it!
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