![]() ![]() I think the rap to ‘Starshines’ states it the best: Everyone has to have a job, yet the job that we have is something that we would, for the most part, be doing for fun anyway. If it ever gets stressful, we remember that there are others out there who are less fortunate than us. “We’ve changed a lot and then some/ You know that we have always been down/ And if I ever didn’t thank you/ Then just let me do it now.” In between final trip preparations and some last-minute phone calls (as well as a few quick games of billiards), Nick is ready to talk to me (and my tape recorder). Hexum is quite game to give me a little insight into the new album. Relaxing in an antique dining room chair, with an illuminated Dodger stadium just over his shoulder, Mr. Nicholas Hexum is basically an open and friendly guy who, in my opinion, defines what growing up in America’s heartland is all about. Unfazed by the rush of the moment, Nick Hexum invited me to his new home, nestled high atop the Hollywood Hills, to catch up on the last few months, as well as to treat me to an exclusive preview of some highly tasty tracks from the new record. The boys of 311 are riding high on the success of their multi-Platinum third album, which has spawned three Top 20 tracks, including the #1 alternative juggernaut “Down.” They’ve recorded four albums since signing to Capricorn, and at the time of our talk the new album, Transistor had yet to be released, but the guys were already packing their bags in preparation for a whirlwind tour of Europe. So, in the long run, I don’t think it makes much difference either way.”Ĭut to the present, 1997. At the time, bandleader Nicholas Hexum says, “We’re going to do what we want to do, and we’re always going to be the people we’ve always been. 311 trades in nearly two years of hard work and sweat to go with “the man.” Goin’ corporate, if you will. Through three self-produced indie albums and an exhaustive touring schedule that has helped them cultivate one of the most intense (and biggest) “grassroots” fan bases around, the band has managed to maintain their straight-up, melodic hard-core style.įlash to 1991. Sex Pistols, The Clash, Ramones and the Buzzcocks), 311 formed in the heart of middle America–Omaha, Nebraska. All Rights Reserved.īack almost eight years ago, inspired by some of the greatest groups of the early punk-rock movement, (i.e. Get ticket info and shop the merch store here.© July 15, 1997. Each stream will go live at 9pm ET / 6pm PT, and re-streams will be available for 48 hours following the original broadcast. Every ticket includes 60 minute pre-show access of Behind-The-Scenes At The Hive and an open-forum hangout with the band after the live show. Tickets cost $20 per show and are also available in three-show and merch bundles. On April 16 they plan to take on 1999's Soundsystem, followed by 2001's From Chaos on May 14. ![]() In addition to the 311 Day celebrations, the band's also hosting two other livestreams, where they'll be performing other fan favorite albums in full. The five-piece also launched a "Live at the Hive Pop Up Shop" on their online store, which features tees, hoodies, masks, and more commemorating 3. ![]() This year, they're hosting a livestream where they'll play their fourth album, 1997's Transistor, in full at their Los Angeles studio, The Hive. But because of the pandemic, they've been able to hold an event, albeit virtual, for two consecutive years. And the guys have a particularly special show planned for March 11, aka 311 Day.Ĭreated in 2000, the band's celebrated 311 Day every other year with a huge concert. Like every other tour, it didn't end up happening however, the band's been making the most out of its time at home and found a way to connect with fans through livestreams and drive-in shows. 311 was supposed to spend last summer on the road with Incubus.
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