By PARKER SMITH

A lot of crazy things can happen in a college dormitory, especially when a battle of the bands is on the horizon.

One such dormitory phenomenon is the electro-rock group The Young Hurricanes.
The group formed three weeks ago, plenty of time to prepare a repertoire for the upcoming contest.

Emmet Florence, who plays keyboards and sings for the group, said their performances make up for the lack of experience.

“We’re really focused on giving our viewers a good show,” he said.

According to Florence, The Young Hurricanes use uncommon instruments like trombones to create a unique sound.

One song, for example, features the ticking of a wristwatch amplified through a guitar pickup.
The band’s influences include The Killers, U2 and Shiny Toy Guns.

Although the group has a small past, Florence hopes the Battle of the Bands will be the beginning of a bigger future.