Alternative rockers 311 will perform at the Budweiser Events Center on Friday, Nov. 13, making it the band’s second stop of their fall tour.
Known as an energetic and entertaining group, 311 has come a long way since the release of their debut album in 1990.
Originally from Omaha, Neb., the band began their venture after forming in 1988. Since then, the group has released 14 records with the most recent released this year — nearly all of which have been in the top 14 of the Billboard Top 200 chart.
Although the band’s first radio hit, “Do You Right,” made waves in the early ’90s music scene, it wasn’t until the release of their self-titled album in 1995 that the group reached mainstream status with the album’s first single, “Don’t Stay Home.”
It wasn’t long after the second single, “Down,” was released that 311 became a music sensation, attracting fans from all demographics.
Performances on Late Night with Conan O’Brien and David Letterman helped make 311 a household name.
With a distinct and consistent sound, the band never seems to let listeners down, as evidenced by the success of the recently released “Uplifter,” which debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard Top 200 chart, making it the band’s highest chart position to date.
Perhaps one reason for the group’s success on and off the stage (aside from the obvious musical aspects) is the continued relationship between the founding members.
The original lineup — Nick Hexum on vocals, Doug Martinez on vocals and turntables, Tim Mahoney on guitar, Aaron Wills on bass and Chad Sexton on drums — still is intact, which is often unheard of in long-running bands.
Aside from countless hits and never-ending tours, there is one thing that many 311 fans look forward to every year — 311 Day.
This anticipated day to celebrate 311 and its fans occurs on March 3 when the band performs songs from past and present with a state-of-the art light show and special effects.
The next 311 Day will be held in Las Vegas, Nev., but for those Colorado fans who can’t make it to Vegas, be sure to check the band out when they perform in Loveland.
Friday, November 6, 2009
Thursday, November 5, 2009
311 gears up for fall tour
For 311's latest tour, the alternative rock band is getting all mixed up.
On its summer jaunt, the group played similar set lists each night.
"When you do a set list, it allows for a show," explained guitarist Tim Mahoney in a recent telephone interview.
But for the band's fall tour, which stops at Pechanga Resort and Casino in Temecula on Wednesday, things will be much more normal -- changing up the set list with deep cuts and the band's hits that pretty much dominated alternative rock radio for the latter half of the 1990s, including "All mixed Up," "Amber," "Down" and "Beautiful Disaster."
Mahoney doesn't mind playing the band's biggest hits night after night, either.
"I just try to find a new inspiration in the songs and try to make it better," he said.
One of the songs the band will dust off for its fall tour is "Jackolantern's Weather."
He said it can be difficult to go back and remember how to play the songs until he picks up his instrument.
"I know the part once my hands get on the guitar -- it's like muscle memory," he said.
The fall tour will also be a way for the band to warm up before its 311 Day festival on March 11 in Las Vegas. The group has played sets longer than five hours at previous incarnations.
"That's hard. It's kind of the mental Olympics for us," Mahoney said.
On its summer jaunt, the group played similar set lists each night.
"When you do a set list, it allows for a show," explained guitarist Tim Mahoney in a recent telephone interview.
But for the band's fall tour, which stops at Pechanga Resort and Casino in Temecula on Wednesday, things will be much more normal -- changing up the set list with deep cuts and the band's hits that pretty much dominated alternative rock radio for the latter half of the 1990s, including "All mixed Up," "Amber," "Down" and "Beautiful Disaster."
Mahoney doesn't mind playing the band's biggest hits night after night, either.
"I just try to find a new inspiration in the songs and try to make it better," he said.
One of the songs the band will dust off for its fall tour is "Jackolantern's Weather."
He said it can be difficult to go back and remember how to play the songs until he picks up his instrument.
"I know the part once my hands get on the guitar -- it's like muscle memory," he said.
The fall tour will also be a way for the band to warm up before its 311 Day festival on March 11 in Las Vegas. The group has played sets longer than five hours at previous incarnations.
"That's hard. It's kind of the mental Olympics for us," Mahoney said.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Nick Hexum & Wife Welcomes A Daughter (Celebrity Baby Scoop)
311’s Nick Hexum and wife Nikki have welcomed a baby girl!
Echo Hexum was born was born at home at approximately 4am on Wednesday, August 29. Her proud new dad took to Twitter to share the happy news: “Words cannot describe how amazing it was. Time to go to bed.”
Less than four hours later, the 39-year-old singer/guitarist added: “Thanks, you guys. My heart sings today.”
On Tuesday afternoon Nick tweeted: “Day three of parenting. This is the greatest thing ever.”
Nick and Nikki were married New Year’s Eve last year.
Echo Hexum was born was born at home at approximately 4am on Wednesday, August 29. Her proud new dad took to Twitter to share the happy news: “Words cannot describe how amazing it was. Time to go to bed.”
Less than four hours later, the 39-year-old singer/guitarist added: “Thanks, you guys. My heart sings today.”
On Tuesday afternoon Nick tweeted: “Day three of parenting. This is the greatest thing ever.”
Nick and Nikki were married New Year’s Eve last year.
311's Nick Hexum Welcomes Daughter Echo (People Magazine)
It’s a girl for 311 singer/guitarist Nick Hexum and wife Nikki! The couple welcomed daughter Echo Hexum at approximately 4 a.m. on Saturday, August 29th following a homebirth, according to a Tweet from Nick. Of the experience he writes,
“Words cannot describe how amazing it was. Time to go to bed.”
Just four hours later Nick, 39, followed up with “thanks, you guys…my heart sings today,” and on Tuesday said, “Day three of parenting. This is the greatest thing ever.”
Echo is the first child for the couple, who were married last New Year’s Eve.
“Words cannot describe how amazing it was. Time to go to bed.”
Just four hours later Nick, 39, followed up with “thanks, you guys…my heart sings today,” and on Tuesday said, “Day three of parenting. This is the greatest thing ever.”
Echo is the first child for the couple, who were married last New Year’s Eve.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
"311 Day" 2010 Coming to Mandalay Bay Events Center March 11 (Vegas News)
Every other year on March 11 the multi-platinum group 311 holds a special concert event attracting thousands of fans worldwide. The event is typically held in New Orleans and as a result, the Mayor of New Orleans officially proclaimed March 11 as “311 Day” in New Orleans. However, next year’s “311 Day” concert will move to the Mandalay Bay Events Center for a performance Thursday, March 11, 2010 at 8 p.m.
Tickets priced at $64.50 and $59.50, not including applicable service charges, go on sale Saturday, Oct. 31 at 10 a.m. and will be available at all Ticketmaster locations (select Smith’s Food and Drug Centers and Ritmo Latino). Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. To charge by phone with a major credit card, call Mandalay Bay at (877) 632-7400 or Ticketmaster at (800) 745-3000. Tickets also will be available for purchase at www.mandalaybay.com or www.ticketmaster.com.
Billed as the ‘ultimate 311 concert experience,’ “311 Day” is the premier event for 311 fans to gather and celebrate their love of the band and to witness an extraordinary show. 311 will play an extended set list (five hours) of hits, rarities, covers and classics; backed by a state-of-the-art light and special effects show. There also is a potential for appearances by circus performers, aerial acrobats, fire twirlers, stilt walkers, drumlines and marching bands.
Every two years, the dedicated 311 fans worldwide consider March 11 a holiday and travel to the “311 Day” show from around the globe. Last year’s five-hour, 63-song “311 Day” performance sold out the New Orleans Arena with more than 14,000 fans representing the United States and 13 countries.
A “Live From New Orleans” DVD of the “311 Day” 2004 show was released in October 2004 and now is certified Platinum. With many music fans having heard about the concert or having seen the DVD the legacy of “311 Day” is now stronger than ever.
311’s current album, Uplifter, was released in June and debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard Top 200; the band’s highest chart position to date. The Omaha-bred, Los Angeles-based 311 band has released 10 albums and three DVDs, and has sold more than 8.5 million units in the United States. Uplifter is the band’s sixth Top 10 album. The band has had eight singles reach the Top 10 on Billboard’s Modern Rock Chart including the No. 1 hits “Down,” “Love Song” and “Don’t Tread On Me.”
Tickets priced at $64.50 and $59.50, not including applicable service charges, go on sale Saturday, Oct. 31 at 10 a.m. and will be available at all Ticketmaster locations (select Smith’s Food and Drug Centers and Ritmo Latino). Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. To charge by phone with a major credit card, call Mandalay Bay at (877) 632-7400 or Ticketmaster at (800) 745-3000. Tickets also will be available for purchase at www.mandalaybay.com or www.ticketmaster.com.
Billed as the ‘ultimate 311 concert experience,’ “311 Day” is the premier event for 311 fans to gather and celebrate their love of the band and to witness an extraordinary show. 311 will play an extended set list (five hours) of hits, rarities, covers and classics; backed by a state-of-the-art light and special effects show. There also is a potential for appearances by circus performers, aerial acrobats, fire twirlers, stilt walkers, drumlines and marching bands.
Every two years, the dedicated 311 fans worldwide consider March 11 a holiday and travel to the “311 Day” show from around the globe. Last year’s five-hour, 63-song “311 Day” performance sold out the New Orleans Arena with more than 14,000 fans representing the United States and 13 countries.
A “Live From New Orleans” DVD of the “311 Day” 2004 show was released in October 2004 and now is certified Platinum. With many music fans having heard about the concert or having seen the DVD the legacy of “311 Day” is now stronger than ever.
311’s current album, Uplifter, was released in June and debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard Top 200; the band’s highest chart position to date. The Omaha-bred, Los Angeles-based 311 band has released 10 albums and three DVDs, and has sold more than 8.5 million units in the United States. Uplifter is the band’s sixth Top 10 album. The band has had eight singles reach the Top 10 on Billboard’s Modern Rock Chart including the No. 1 hits “Down,” “Love Song” and “Don’t Tread On Me.”
Saturday, September 12, 2009
311 Announces Fall / Winter Dates
311 will be hitting the road this fall in support of their new record, Uplifter, which was released in June.
The fall and winter run will kick off November 11 at the Pechanga Theatre in Temecula, California, and will feature openers State Radio, Kottonmouth Kings and Slightly Stoopid.
The tour is currently scheduled to end on December 6 in Houston.
Uplifter gave 311 their best-ever chart showing, debuting at number three on the Billboard Top 200 Albums chart. The new record is the multi-platinum group's first in three years and was produced by famed hard rock producer Bob Rock, who is known for his work with groups like Metallica and Bon Jovi.
The fall and winter run will kick off November 11 at the Pechanga Theatre in Temecula, California, and will feature openers State Radio, Kottonmouth Kings and Slightly Stoopid.
The tour is currently scheduled to end on December 6 in Houston.
Uplifter gave 311 their best-ever chart showing, debuting at number three on the Billboard Top 200 Albums chart. The new record is the multi-platinum group's first in three years and was produced by famed hard rock producer Bob Rock, who is known for his work with groups like Metallica and Bon Jovi.
Friday, September 11, 2009
311 Maps Fall Headlining Tour (Ultimate-Guitar)
Alt-rockers 311 will head out on the road late this year for a run of headlining dates in support of the band's most recent album, "Uplifter."
The group kicks off the outing Nov. 11 in Temecula, CA, east of Los Angeles, and will hit 19 cities on the trek, which concludes Dec. 8 in Austin, TX.
Opening acts will include State Radio and Kottonmouth Kings, along with one show (11/21 in Atlantic City, NJ) with Slightly Stoopid. Full details on opening acts and additional ticketing information can be found at the band's website.
"Uplifter," the 311's ninth album, surfaced in June. The set was produced by hard-rock veteran Bob Rock (Metallica, Motley Crue), which resulted in a louder direction for the band's latest effort, according to guitarist/vocalist Nick Hexum.
"It evolved that way [toward a more aggressive sound], but it wasn't pushed," Hexum told LiveDaily earlier this year. "Early on, there was a batch of songs where we thought, 'This is going to be our most heavy album to date.' He loved our reggae stuff, but we found a way to merge the heavy side with the funky reggae side, which I think 'Hey You' does pretty well.
"I realized after we were done that not a lot of bands can get away with putting this many styles on an album."
The group kicks off the outing Nov. 11 in Temecula, CA, east of Los Angeles, and will hit 19 cities on the trek, which concludes Dec. 8 in Austin, TX.
Opening acts will include State Radio and Kottonmouth Kings, along with one show (11/21 in Atlantic City, NJ) with Slightly Stoopid. Full details on opening acts and additional ticketing information can be found at the band's website.
"Uplifter," the 311's ninth album, surfaced in June. The set was produced by hard-rock veteran Bob Rock (Metallica, Motley Crue), which resulted in a louder direction for the band's latest effort, according to guitarist/vocalist Nick Hexum.
"It evolved that way [toward a more aggressive sound], but it wasn't pushed," Hexum told LiveDaily earlier this year. "Early on, there was a batch of songs where we thought, 'This is going to be our most heavy album to date.' He loved our reggae stuff, but we found a way to merge the heavy side with the funky reggae side, which I think 'Hey You' does pretty well.
"I realized after we were done that not a lot of bands can get away with putting this many styles on an album."
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