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Top 10 Bands Doing College Campus Tours

1. Lupe Fiasco

The rapper hits the college scene this fall where fans are sure to hear mega-hit “Superstar.” Get pumped ’cause his new album Lasers just dropped in September.

For more info: http://bit.ly/9Hfk7I

2. Passion Pit

Wake up, sleepyhead! Passion Pit is on the road for the Campus Consciousness Tour. It’s where synth-pop meets an environmental campaign -- bringing a jam to campus combined with a little green ed.

For more info: http://bit.ly/aj5m9A

3. Big Boi

The Outkast member and hip-hop sensation is touring this fall to promote his solo effort Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty this past July. Check in to see if your school or local campus venue is on the roster.

For more info: http://bit.ly/9RZ0ts

4. Thirty Seconds to Mars

MTVU has been kind enough to bring music fans (and, yes, the ladies) Jared Leto’s band in this year’s Campus Invasion Music Festival. The tour billed as “Into the Wild” also features Neon Trees and New Politics.

For more info:

http://bit.ly/a6DD7T

5. Phoenix

Believe it or not, we’ll finally be able to hear the four Parisian boys belt out “1901,” “Lasso” and (YES!) “Lisztomania” live. Cornell University students get to see the band up close and personal October 17, while other fans can check out the band in Boston, New York, Orlando or Miami Beach.

For more info: http://bit.ly/5lbll

6. DeadMau5

For those who missed out on Electric Zoo this year, you’ve been granted a second chance. Techno/electronica producer DeadMau5 is making select trips to universities. Now’s your chance to see what can only be described as music magic.

For more info: http://bit.ly/bZYDQF

7. Kid Cudi

Didn't catch Kid Cudi's college tour last season? Here's your shot 'cause he just kicked off a string of college-town concerts starting at Eastern Michigan University to promote his new album Man on the Moon II: The Legend of Mr. Rager.

For More Info: http://bit.ly/aqJf2J 

8. Big Sean

Big Sean's “What U Doin'” College Tour has been making its rounds and is now nearing the tail end of his concert circuit. But there’s still time for some of you as the hip-hop artist has a handful of shows left at local venues.

For more info: http://bit.ly/cwFhUR

9. Goo Goo Dolls

College campuses have hit the jackpot as this esteemed band travels to Augustana, Loyola, St. Vincent and Sacred Heart. Tickets are going to go quick -- they’ve already sold out for Penn State -- so move it or lose it!

For more info: http://bit.ly/8Z6aPc

10. Mat Kearny

See the Tennessee native in Nashville, Dallas and Cincinnati. Whether he’s rockin’ Sigma Sigma Commons or the state fair, get down to his performance of “All I Have” from City of Black and White. Take it from us, this is not one to miss.

For more info: http://mysp.ac/9bvT4L

About the Author

Lauren Joffe
Name: Lauren Joffe
School: New York University
Year: Junior
Major: Promotional marketing for television
Her deal: Lauren transferred from Syracuse University where she was a public relations major. Last summer she contributed to program development at CNN, and she now works on digital marketing and editorial for Oxygen (NBC Universal).
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