On Sunday, July 12th, 311 closed out their "Summer Unity Tour" at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in Irvine, CA with a wild finale show.
The crowd was full of old and young fans alike. They grooved to classic 311 hits like "Down" and "All Mixed Up" as well as songs from their new album, Uplifter.
Lead singer, Nick Hexum's vocals were on point. With the confidence of an old pro, Hexum belted out each and every lyric with effortless skill. S. A. Martinez provided harmonious background vocals and his aerobic stage antics kept the energy in the arena high. While guitarist, Tim Mahoney's 5-minute solo had the audience completely enthralled. When the band broke into their hit song, "Amber" the concession stands emptied out and the entire crowd was on their feet singing along.
It's been over 4 years since we were blessed with a 311 album. Their ninth studio album "Uplifter" was released on June 2, 2009. This project is a return to the original 311 sounds--a mix of alt rock, ska, reggae, and hip hop. The band is claiming this is their best album yet, but you be the judge.
Sadly, 311 didn't play their rendition of "Love Song." But the band was smart enough to enlist Ziggy Marley as one of their opening acts. Marley grooved out with his 8 piece band playing a funky, reggae infused set. Even Ziggy's two little ones got in on the act. His children joined him on-stage during his last song..
With the "Summer Unity Tour" wrapped, stay tuned for a possible Fall tour brought to by none other than the boys of 311.
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