Band brings 'Boston' to Samford University
Britney Almaguer
Issue date: 4/23/08 Section: News
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Augustana started in 2003 when they released their debut album, “Midwest Skies and Sleepless Mondays,” and they are quickly gaining recognition. Since the release of their first single, “Boston,” their careers and fan base has been on the rise.
The band’s second record, “All the Stars and Boulevards,” was released late in 2005 and reached number 1 on the Billboard Top Heatseekers chart.
The Student Activities Council (SAC) has been preparing for the concert since early January. Augustana’s performance began with a poll of Samford students by SAC to see what types of artists and genre of music they are interested in. After compiling student responses, the committee narrowed it down to a few names.
“From there it really was a 50/50 shot and depended on the schedules of the bands and the availability of the Wright Center,” SAC advisor Tyler Sellers said.
Augustana’s performance was organized by the SAC. A new section of SGA is committed to organizing performances, which increases the hopes of bringing more big-name artists to Samford’s campus.
“It is always exciting to have people of this caliber come and perform,” SGA Vice President of Programming Lee Ross said.
The five-person band from San Diego, Calif. has played all over the country and opened for artists such as Switchfoot, The Fray, Counting Crows, O.A.R., Snow Patrol, Goo Goo Dolls and numerous others.
“The timing of it has worked out great, especially since it coincides with Spring Fling week,” Sellers said.
Senior class officers decided to use their budget to offer a “senior special” $5 ticket price for the first 300 seniors, while regular student tickets are $10. The class also has the option of attending a reception hosted specifically for them before the concert.
The reception will be held from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the courtyard behind Buchanan Hall and will include food, a free t-shirt designed by senior class president Bobby Smith and priority entry into the concert.
“We’re really hoping for a great turnout from the students. The more support we get from them, the better of a chance for future concerts,” Sellers said.
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