311 mix rock, rap, reggae and funk into their own unique sound. After years of consistent touring, 311 have developed a reputation as one of the hardest working, most influential and most entertaining live bands in the U.S.
311 have released ten studio albums, one live album, one greatest hits album and three dvd's - and have sold over 8.5 million albums in the U.S. Seven of their albums have reached the Top 10 on Billboard's Top 200 Sales Chart...and 9 of their singles have reached the Top 10 on Billboard's Alternative Rock Radio Chart (including the #1 singles Down, Love Song & Don't Tread On Me. Along with Amber, All Mixed Up, Come Original, Creatures For Awhile, Hey You, and Sunset in July).
311’s newest album, Universal Pulse, released in Summer 2011, was produced by Bob Rock, mixed by Chad Sexton and debuted at #7 on Billboard’s Top 200 Album Chart.
The band's celebratory live shows & incessant touring schedule have earned them a massive grassroots following nationwide. Since its inception in 2004, 311’s annual summer headlining amphitheatre run, Unity Tour, has become one of the largest modern rock concerts of the summer. Support acts on previous Unity Tours have included Sublime with Rome, The Offspring, Snoop Dogg, The Roots, Papa Roach, The Wailers, O.A.R., Matisyahu, and Ziggy Marley. Unity Tour 2012 will feature support from Slightly Stoopid.
311 BIO/HIGHLIGHTS:
* 311 was formed in 1990 in Omaha, Nebraska by vocalist/guitarist Nick Hexum, vocalist/dj SA Martinez, lead guitarist Tim Mahoney, drummer Chad Sexton and bassist P-Nut. The band now resides in Los Angeles.
* 311 has sold over 8.5 million units in the U.S.
* 311 has had 8 albums reach the Top 10 on Billboard’s U.S. Top 200 Sales Chart
* 311 has had 9 singles reach the Top 10 on Billboard’s U.S. Alternative Chart (including the #1 singles “Down”, “Love Song” & “Don’t Tread On Me” along with “Amber”, “All Mixed Up”, “Come Original”, “Creatures (For a While)”, “Hey You” and "Sunset in July")
* 311’s new album, Universal Pulse, debuted at #7 in July 2011 and was produced by Bob Rock (Metallica, Bon Jovi, Motley Crue, Aerosmith).
* 311’s new album, due summer of 2011, was produced by Bob Rock (Metallica, Bon Jovi, Motley Crue, Aerosmith).
* 311’s sound is a unique hybrid of rock, reggae, hip-hop & funk. A balance of hard rocking anthems and melodic reggae grooves - with an underlying message of unity & positivity.
* After years of incessant touring, 311 has developed a reputation as one of the most influential & most entertaining live bands in the U.S.
* With their celebratory live shows, 311 has earned a massive grassroots following. For the past nine years, 311 has headlined their summer “Unity Tour” in ampitheatres across the U.S.- drawing crowds of 10,000 to 18,000 people in Atlanta, Boston, DC, New Jersey, Los Angeles, St. Louis, West Palm, Charlotte, VA Beach, Denver, etc. The tour is consistently one of the largest modern rock concerts of the summer in the U.S.
* Past 311 tours have included an impressive array of opening acts. Bands such as No Doubt, Korn & Incubus all supported 311 on U.S. tours before they became headliners.
* Support acts on 311’s Unity Tour have included :
Sublime With Rome, The Offspring, Snoop Dogg, The Roots, Papa Roach, The Wailers, O.A.R., Matisyahu and Ziggy Marley.
* 311 has always stayed true to their own approach and their underlying message of unity and positivity. That message still rings true for them today…in their lyrics and at their celebratory live shows. Singer Nick Hexum typically ends each show with the words, “Stay Positive and Love Your Life.”
• Every other year on March 11th (“3-11 Day”), 311 holds a special concert event that attracts thousands of 311 fans from around the world. The show includes an extended setlist (5 hours / 60+ songs) and state of the art production. Last year the band sold-out the Mandalay Bay Arena and tickets were sold to fans in all 50 U.S. states and 13 different countries. 311 fans traveled from around the globe to meet each other and to celebrate 311 Day together.
Can't Fade Me
311 Lyrics
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The kids all gather round
And what's comin' from their radios
They all turn down
The creativeness
We are scientists
Move 'em with soul
Move 'em with this
When the bass kicks
We get intimate
With the music and the people
Yeah they're into it
Takin' off cruisin' through the air
The sound is aerodynamic
Let me take you there
I am a
Cool and mellow man
Always got a plan
Copin' out problems every time I can
I'd like to be known as a great
Communicator
If you got beef don't save it for later
I battle evil weekly monthly yearly
But every step I take the devil stays near me
Otherwise maintain on the globe
Just another space trippin' vato
Massive yang and yin on this earth
We spin
Sometimes I gotta center find out who I am
I chill out I let in the wind
I gotta feel the pulse of the planet on my skin
I got news for ya it ain't nothin' nice
We all got demons we all gotta vice
The struggle never ends
To keep it in check
But I never stop trying
To make the trek whadup
Which one is it who ya gonna believe
Undivided in my material being
Undivided life
You can't fade me
Desperate the cling I make to positivity
Stay gettin' it on til the doubt is gone
If you could be dissuaded you were dead all along
Like what's up now you can't fade me
Still in that same old trade of positivity
The song "Can't Fade Me" by 311, starts with the busting of the sound that gathers kids around while they lower the volume of their radios to listen to the creativeness of the music. The band considers themselves as scientists who move people with their soulful music. The bass makes them intimate with the music and the listeners, taking them on a musical journey through the air with its aerodynamic sound. The singer calls himself a cool and mellow man who copes with problems and wants to be known as a great communicator. He urges the listener not to save up or suppress their beef or conflicts for a later time. The song delves into the struggle to maintain positivity, fighting evil and vice, and finding oneself amidst the chaos of the world.
The song "Can't Fade Me" employs poetic and symbolic language to convey the message of positivity, creativity, and struggle to its audience. The band uses music as an instrument to connect with their audience and express their deepest emotions. The bass-heavy and soulful music of the song invokes a sense of intimacy between the band and its listeners. The lyrics depict the band's journey of self-discovery and their quest to make the world a better place. The singer's call to be a great communicator highlights the band's desire to spread positivity and dissolve conflicts through their music.
Line by Line Meaning
We bust the sound
We create music that speaks to people and gets them excited.
The kids all gather round
Young people are drawn to our music and come together to listen to it.
And what's comin' from their radios
The other music on the radio doesn't compare to ours.
They all turn down
They are willing to silence other music to listen to ours.
The creativeness
Our music is original and imaginative.
We are scientists
We approach music-making with an analytical and experimental mindset.
Move 'em with soul
Our music stirs emotions within people.
Move 'em with this
Our music is so good that it speaks for itself and moves people.
When the bass kicks
The bass is a crucial component of our music and the energy it creates.
We get intimate
We deeply connect with the music and the people who listen to it.
With the music and the people
Our music brings people together and fosters a sense of community.
Yeah they're into it
Our music is so captivating that people are fully engaged with it.
Takin' off cruisin' through the air
Our music takes people on a mental journey and escape from everyday life.
The sound is aerodynamic
Our music is so streamlined and seamless that it propels people forward.
Let me take you there
Allow me to take you on this emotional and musical journey.
I am a
I want to convey who I am and what makes me unique as a person and artist.
Cool and mellow man
I have a laid-back and calm personality.
Always got a plan
I am proactive and intentional about my life and music career.
Copin' out problems every time I can
I try to solve any issues that arise and address them head-on.
I'd like to be known as a great
My goal is to be remembered as a talented and impactful artist.
Communicator
Through my music, I want to connect with people and share my ideas.
If you got beef don't save it for later
If you have a problem with me or my music, address it now instead of waiting or holding a grudge.
I battle evil weekly monthly yearly
I constantly struggle with difficult and dark situations in my life and career.
But every step I take the devil stays near me
Although I try to move forward, I am always aware of the negative forces or influences around me.
Otherwise maintain on the globe
Despite the challenges, I strive to keep moving forward.
Just another space trippin' vato
I am a unique individual who sees the world in their own way and has a distinct cultural identity.
Massive yang and yin on this earth
There are forces of opposite nature present in the world.
We spin
Our lives are constantly in motion, like the earth's rotation.
Sometimes I gotta center find out who I am
Occasionally, I need to take time to reflect and reconnect with my sense of self.
I chill out I let in the wind
I try to relax and let things happen naturally, without forcing or controlling them.
I gotta feel the pulse of the planet on my skin
I want to feel connected to the world and attuned to its rhythms and energies.
I got news for ya it ain't nothin' nice
The truth is not always pleasant or easy to accept.
We all got demons we all gotta vice
We all have struggles and challenges that we face, as well as personal flaws and weaknesses.
The struggle never ends
The challenges and obstacles we face in life are ongoing and never really go away.
To keep it in check
We need to constantly work to control and manage our personal issues and struggles.
But I never stop trying
Despite the difficulty, I never give up or stop working on myself and my issues.
To make the trek whadup
I am always trying to move forward and progress in my life and career.
Which one is it who ya gonna believe
In a world full of conflicting opinions and misinformation, it can be difficult to know what to believe.
Undivided in my material being
I am fully committed and invested in my life and music career.
Undivided life
I live my life with a sense of purpose and direction, focused on achieving my goals.
You can't fade me
No matter what obstacles or challenges come my way, I won't be held back or stopped.
Desperate the cling I make to positivity
I try to maintain a positive outlook and attitude, even in difficult or desperate situations.
Stay gettin' it on til the doubt is gone
I keep pushing forward and working hard until any doubts or uncertainties are dispelled.
If you could be dissuaded you were dead all along
If you are easily discouraged or give up easily, you are not truly living or making the most of your life.
Like what's up now you can't fade me
I am resilient and unstoppable in the face of any challenges or obstacles.
Still in that same old trade of positivity
I continue to pursue a mindset and lifestyle that is positive and life-affirming.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DOUGLAS MARTINEZ, NICHOLAS HEXUM
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