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.
Nutsymtom
311 Lyrics
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Blessed are those who erupt when we turn up
Right now we corrupt
Cons the shades we don in the neon night
We're gonna feed on the mics and blast through a pipe
I gotta feed on the mics and blast through a pipe
I gotta cool capability to toast and ill
Alien rough
My galaxy is tough
Here comes the bang of a hip-hop thang that we bring and swing
Men from Mars ain't ever gonna hang
With dope Buddha's come to the stage we are attackin
Space assassin naked live and never slackin
Come a day on the way enter on S.A.
Amplified form another world far away
I got the pang of a gang and I come from the Southside
Here's the thang that I bring and I promise to come live
While the masses passes upon there fucking asses
And if you don't see get glasses
That is a shot out to the words of Curt Grubb
The motherfucker is not scrub I said the man is the kind
With the one that I call Brine Shrimp
We never ever do skimp I limp on a stage in a huff
Like magic dragon I puff on the stuff of a Humbolt cone
Then I'm stoned watch out
Smoke the weed that come from Northern California
Don't do no cocaine that come from Columbia
That the thing that mash up your nature
Mash up your body and mash up your culture
Take a tip from the the flipped script of Daddy Freddy
I give complete props to the one that rocks steady
With dexterity and goes on and on and on
And turn out the dope shit like the one that's called
Pawn Shop Press yes it's on what's up
P-Nut change it up
The lyrics of 311's song Nutsymtom showcase a style prevalent in the rap-rock genre, characterized by complex wordplay, internal rhymes, and a focus on versatility in delivery. The opening lines set the tone of the song with the mention of "cold funk," highlighting the heavy bassline of the song, with the lulling effects of the groove drawing the listener in. The musky scent of the underground music culture permeates the setting, as the shades donned, and the neon lights of the night serve as the backdrop to the music.
The lyrics reference alien life, space assassins, and interplanetary travel, adding to the otherworldly feeling of the song. The lines "Men from Mars ain't ever gonna hang" reflect the sense of rebellion and individuality that the band brings to their music. The chorus emphasizes the significance of the band's live performance, with the powerful declaration of "I come live" highlighting their ability to capture the energy and spirit of their music.
The lyrics also touch upon drug culture, with references to weed and cocaine, and the warning about the dangers of drug abuse. The lyrics reference other artists and their music styles, such as the reggae artist Daddy Freddy and the rap group Pawn Shop Press, showcasing the band's appreciation for different music styles and their ability to incorporate them into their own sound.
Line by Line Meaning
The cold funk has you sunk feel the mids pump
The music is so good that it has overwhelmed you completely
Blessed are those who erupt when we turn up
Those who enjoy the music and show their enthusiasm are considered fortunate
Right now we corrupt
At this moment, we are using our powers to make people dance and have fun
Cons the shades we don in the neon night
We wear sunglasses to hide our eyes while performing at night under neon lights
We're gonna feed on the mics and blast through a pipe
Our voices will be amplified as we use the microphones to deliver our music through the artists
I gotta feed on the mics and blast through a pipe
Personally, I need to use the microphone and speak to the crowd through the singers to feel alive
I gotta cool capability to toast and ill
I possess the remarkable ability to deliver clever and sharp lyrics
Yo my daddy told me, "Hey son you must act chill"
My father taught me to remain calm and composed in any situation
Alien rough
Our style is unique and unconventional
My galaxy is tough
Our music comes from a different world and it can handle anything thrown at it
Here comes the bang of a hip-hop thang that we bring and swing
We're about to deliver a powerful and exciting hip-hop performance that will make the audience move and dance
Men from Mars ain't ever gonna hang
Even if aliens existed, they couldn't handle our music
With dope Buddha's come to the stage we are attackin
We're talented musicians and we're going to deliver an outstanding performance
Space assassin naked live and never slackin
Our performance is full of energy, and we're never going to disappoint the audience
Come a day on the way enter on S.A.
We're on our way to perform on S.A. and our music will be amplified for all to hear
Amplified form another world far away
Our music is so unique and different that it seems like it is coming from another galaxy far away
I got the pang of a gang and I come from the Southside
I feel like I'm part of a group of talented musicians, and I'm proud to come from Southside
Here's the thang that I bring and I promise to come live
I'm going to deliver a great performance and give it my all
While the masses passes upon there fucking asses
While the crowd is sitting idle, we are performing and entertaining
And if you don't see get glasses
If you can't see how awesome our performance is, then you need corrective lenses
That is a shot out to the words of Curt Grubb
We're giving a shoutout to Curt Grubb for his inspiring words
The motherfucker is not scrub I said the man is the kind
Curt Grubb is an amazing person and an inspiration in our eyes
With the one that I call Brine Shrimp
We have a friend named Brine Shrimp who is just as talented as we are
We never ever do skimp I limp on a stage in a huff
We always give our best performance and leave everything we have on the stage
Like magic dragon I puff on the stuff of a Humbolt cone
We enjoy smoking weed from Humbolt, and it energizes us like a magical dragon
Then I'm stoned watch out
Once we're high, anything can happen and it will be wild
Smoke the weed that come from Northern California
We prefer to smoke weed from Northern California rather than cocaine from Colombia
Don't do no cocaine that come from Columbia
We don't do cocaine from Colombia because the drug destroys the body and culture
That the thing that mash up your nature
Drugs destroy the natural body and culture
Mash up your body and mash up your culture
Drugs destroy the body and culture
Take a tip from the the flipped script of Daddy Freddy
We are taking inspiration from Daddy Freddy's unique style and talent
I give complete props to the one that rocks steady
We give full credit to those who are consistent and reliable
With dexterity and goes on and on and on
People who have the dexterity to perform with skill and precision will constantly succeed and move forward
And turn out the dope shit like the one that's called Pawn Shop Press
Pawn Shop Press is just as talented as we are and creates amazing music
yes it's on what's up
Pawn Shop Press is up for anything, and they always put on a great show
P-Nut change it up
P-Nut is changing the tempo of the music to keep the audience interested and engaged
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: AARON CHARLES WILLS, CHAD RONALD SEXTON, DOUGLAS VINCENT MARTINEZ, NICHOLAS LOFTON HEXUM, TIMOTHY JEROME MAHONEY
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