Dead Sara should be the next biggest rock band in the world,” Dave Grohl tells Fuse of the band performing in The Vampire Diaries Season 4, Episode 17, “Because the Night.” Elena (Nina Dobrev), Damon (Ian Somerhalder), and Rebekah (Claire Holt) head to New York in tonight’s episode, and it’s only fitting that Dead Sara provide the soundtrack as they party — and bite — their way through the city’s clubs. Damon will also be reminiscing about his NYC days during the ‘70s, when he was a part of the burgeoning punk scene. According to Fuse, we’ll hear Dead Sara’s cover of Patti Smith’s “Ask the Angels,” as well as their new single, “Lemon Scent,” as the trio of vampires enjoys the nightlife. “They are huge supporters of indie music,” lead singer Emily Armstrong said of the show. “We were stoked to be considered amongst these other really cool artists.” Dead Sara is a rock band comprised of Emily, guitarist Siouxsie Medley, bassist Chris Null, and drummer Sean Friday, Their self-titled debut album will be released on April 10. For more info on the band, check out their website and watch the video of them recording “Ask the Angels” below. Source: Fuse

Which Vampire Diaries Stars Dropped Out of College?
If you went to college, we’re going to bet there was a time or two when you questioned your choice to attend at all. For some, the desire to pursue interests outside of school is enough to make them drop out for good... and Hollywood celebs are certainly no different.

Many well-known actors and actresses have ditched their educations in favor of pursuing their dreams full-time, including two of the stars of The Vampire Diaries! Can you guess which uber-successful castmates said goodbye to college and hello to fame? Click through to find out!
Nina Dobrev and Paul Wesley Dropped Out of College
After graduating in 2007 from the Wexford Collegiate School in Scarborough, Ontario, Nina Dobrev attended Toronto’s Ryerson University, where she majored in sociology. By 2008 — having already appeared in two season of Degrassi: The Next Generation — Nina dropped out of college to pursue acting full-time.

Born and raised in New Jersey, Paul Wesley began acting at the age of 16. By the time he graduated high school, he had already appeared in several episodes of the popular soap opera Guiding Light. Paul went on to attend Rutgers University, but left after one semester when acting offers starting rolling in.