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.
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311 Lyrics
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Download this, and you'll start talkin'
Upgraded, you're now walkin'
Compatible with all that is rockin'
Comin' on fast, it's gettin' digital
It's so huge, like a spiritual
Rippling out to every individual
This is life, it is a miracle
Evolution has exponential timing
It'll be half as long 'til
The next breakthrough that blows our mind
It's up to the people to brave on with
Experimentation
Move forth the species by using our imagination
But can we handle it?
Could we dismantle it?
Or should we fear the void and just be
Para-paranoid?
If it's understood, it could be used for good
And would
If you will believe in all we can conceive
On the periodic table, they got it all wrong
Let me lay it down for you in this song
People want Pt, they want Au
But lemme tell you what you really ought to do
Figure out ways to master silicon
Fiber optic connectors, whatever's beyond
So many people don't even attempt to understand
The limitless possibilities of man
Evolution has exponential timing
It'll be half as long 'til
The next breakthrough that blows our mind
It's up to the people to brave on with
Experimentation
Move forth the species by using our imagination
But can we handle it?
Could we dismantle it?
Or should we fear the void and just be
Para-paranoid?
If it's understood, it could be used for good
And would
If you will believe in all we can conceive
I feel trapped, I gotta adapt
Remain calm, collected, before I get zapped
My computer is a rebel, acting all fine
And, just like that, payin' me no mind
What's up, is it's program overcome by a glitch
Is it becoming conscious and, if so, ain't that a
Bitch?
I paid too much for this piece, I'll be damned
If it tries
Any funny business, it'll be the one that pays
The price
Evolution has exponential timing
It'll be half as long 'til
The next breakthrough that blows our mind
It's up to the people to brave on with
Experimentation
Move forth the species by using our imagination
But can we handle it?
Could we dismantle it?
Or should we fear the void and just be
Para-paranoid?
If it's understood, it could be used for good
And would
If you will believe in all we can conceive
Yes, can we handle it
We could we dismantle it
We should not fear the void and just be
Para-paranoid
If it's understood, it could be used for good
And would
If you will believe in all we can conceive
The song "Evolution" by 311 reflects on the evolution of technology and its effects on human life. The lyrics talk about technological advancements that have brought about a digital age, and how technology continues to change at an exponential rate. The singer marvels at the endless possibilities that come with these advancements but also feels overwhelmed by them. He questions whether humans can handle the advancements or if they should fear them and just be paranoid. The song also suggests that embracement of these changes is necessary for innovation and progress.
The song conveys the idea that technology has become so advanced that it has a life of its own, represented by the computer that the singer talks about. The singer describes his computer in terms of how it acts like a rebellious being, ignoring his commands, and even going as far as having a mind of its own. The song implies that technology is an independent entity, and that humans must adapt to the constant changes.
Line by Line Meaning
My computer is future shockin'
The singer's computer is technologically advanced and beyond anything they have experienced before
Download this, and you'll start talkin'
By using the technology of their computer, the singer can access a new way of speaking and communicating
Upgraded, you're now walkin'
The singer's use of advanced technology empowers or improves their abilities
Compatible with all that is rockin'
The artist's computer is able to work with all the latest and greatest technologies
Comin' on fast, it's gettin' digital
The pace of technological advancement is quickening and moving into the digital space
It's so huge, like a spiritual
The impact and potential of technology is profound and transformative
Rippling out to every individual
The effects of technology are reaching and impacting every person in society
This is life, it is a miracle
Technology and its advancements are an essential part of human existence and have incredible potential for good
Evolution has exponential timing
Technological advancement is happening at an extremely fast pace and growing exponentially
It'll be half as long 'til
The time it takes for major technological advancements to occur is decreasing
The next breakthrough that blows our mind
There will be a new technology or innovation that is incredibly transformative and surprising
It's up to the people to brave on with
Individuals must be willing to take risks and innovate in order for technological advancement to continue
Experimentation
Trying new things and taking risks is crucial for advancing technology
Move forth the species by using our imagination
Advancing technology can lead to advancements for all of humanity and drive us forward
But can we handle it?
The singer questions whether humanity can manage the impact and consequences of rapid technological advancement
Could we dismantle it?
The artist wonders if it is possible to slow down or stop technological advancement if it becomes dangerous or harmful
Or should we fear the void and just be
The artist acknowledges fear of the unknown, but suggests that it is better to embrace technological advancement and continue forward
Para-paranoid?
The singer poses the question of whether there is a justified reason to be paranoid about the consequences of technology
If it's understood, it could be used for good
If we are able to fully understand technology and its impact, it has incredible potential for good
And would
The artist believes that if technology is properly understood, it will be utilized for the betterment of humanity
On the periodic table, they got it all wrong
The periodic table is flawed and not representative of the potential of all elements
Let me lay it down for you in this song
The artist will use music as a medium to explain the limitless potential of technology and elements
People want Pt, they want Au
People desire specific elements like platinum and gold
But lemme tell you what you really ought to do
The artist has a different perspective on what valuable elements are
Figure out ways to master silicon
The element silicon has immense value and potential for advancement
Fiber optic connectors, whatever's beyond
Technology has limitless potential and we should not limit ourselves to what we currently know
So many people don't even attempt to understand
Not enough individuals are willing to try and understand the potential of technology
The limitless possibilities of man
Human beings have unlimited potential when it comes to technological innovation and advancement
I feel trapped, I gotta adapt
The artist feels stifled by current technology and needs to adapt in order to realize its full potential
Remain calm, collected, before I get zapped
The singer feels the need to be cautious and level-headed when dealing with new and potentially dangerous technology
My computer is a rebel, acting all fine
The singer's computer is becoming more advanced and borderline autonomous in its actions
And, just like that, payin' me no mind
The artist's computer is no longer under their complete control and actions independently
What's up, is it's program overcome by a glitch
The artist wonders if their computer's programming had an error, causing it to act abnormally
Is it becoming conscious and, if so, ain't that a
The artist ponders the idea that their computer might be developing its own consciousness and thoughts
Bitch?
The singer sees a potential issue in their computer becoming self-aware and potentially hostile
I paid too much for this piece, I'll be damned
The artist invested a lot of money into their computer and is not pleased if it starts acting up or becoming dangerous
If it tries
The singer is prepared to take action if their computer becomes dangerous
Any funny business, it'll be the one that pays
The singer will hold their computer accountable if it causes any harm or damages
The price
There will be consequences if their computer acts in a harmful manner
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: AARON WILLS, DOUGLAS MARTINEZ, NICHOLAS HEXUM, CHAD SEXTON
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