Backstory:
Evil Student was formed in the grungy basements of Boston, Massachusetts in 2012. The band members – lead singer and guitarist Mickey “Mad Dog” McFinnigan, drummer Billy “Basher” O’Reardon, and bassist Danny “Devil Fingers” Donahue – originally met while studying at the Berklee College of Music. They quickly bonded over their shared love for rebellious rock and decided to drop out of college, in the pursuit of creating their own unique sound and revolutionizing the music scene. All through their journey, the band maintained their student-like demeanor – constantly learning, evolving, and challenging the norms, thus earning the name ‘Evil Student’. Over the years, they have become a thrilling live act, known for their raw energy and crowd-engaging performances.
Genre:
Alternative/Indie Rock
Title:
“Classroom Catastrophe”
Full song lyrics:
(Verse 1)
G D
Walking into the class, don’t know what’s in store,
Em C
Teacher’s got that look, wants to start a war.
G D
Caught with a guitar, instead of a book,
Em C
She gives a wicked smile, let’s give it a look.
(Chorus)
G D
Classroom catastrophe, we’re breaking all the rules,
Em C
Learning our own lessons, in our own school.
G D
Classroom catastrophe, we’re starting our own band,
Em C
With the music in our souls, and the picks in our hand.
(Verse 2)
G D
Late night jamming, instead of studying,
Em C
Living out loud, our hearts are thundering.
G D
We’re the evil students, we play by our own creed,
Em C
Chasing down our dreams, wherever they may lead.
(Chorus)
G D
Classroom catastrophe, we’re breaking all the rules,
Em C
Learning our own lessons, in our own school.
G D
Classroom catastrophe, we’re starting our own band,
Em C
With the music in our souls, and the picks in our hand.
The band’s favorite fan’s name:
Testimonial: Jack “The Maniac” Murphy
Jack has been following Evil Student since their earliest gigs at Boston’s underground bars. They’re his favorite band because their music resonates with his own rebellious spirit. “I love Evil Student because they’re not just musicians, they’re revolutionaries challenging the status quo. Their songs are anthems for us – the misfits, the rebels, the dreamers. I feel like they understand me, they speak to my soul. They’re more than a band to me, they’re my tribe. ‘Classroom Catastrophe’ is my anthem, it represents my own journey of living life on my own terms.”