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blink-182 Biography

Blink-182 is an American rock band recognized for its role in bringing pop-punk into the mainstream and shaping the sound of modern punk rock. The band's most widely recognized lineup consists of bassist and vocalist Mark Hoppus, guitarist and vocalist Tom DeLonge, and drummer Travis Barker. Blink-182's musical style blends catchy pop melodies with fast-paced punk rock, and the group emerged from the Southern California skate punk scene, gaining early notoriety for high-energy live shows and irreverent humor. The band has sold more than 50 million albums worldwide.

Blink-182's rise to fame was built on extensive touring and a consistent ability to write memorable songs. The debut album, "Cheshire Cat," received local radio airplay and led to increased touring opportunities. The release of "Dude Ranch," particularly the single "Dammit," brought wider recognition. After Scott Raynor left the band, Travis Barker joined as drummer, adding a new dimension to the group's sound. The release of "Enema of the State" marked a major commercial breakthrough, achieving multi-platinum sales and producing several widely recognized singles. The band continued its mainstream success with the album "Take Off Your Pants and Jacket," which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200. Over the course of its career, Blink-182 has topped both the Billboard 200 and the Album Sales charts twice, scored four No. 1s on the Alternative Airplay chart, and placed eight songs in the Billboard Hot 100.

The band's journey has included both achievements and challenges. Later efforts, including an untitled album, "Neighborhoods," and the EP "Dogs Eating Dogs," marked stylistic shifts. During DeLonge's absence, Alkaline Trio singer and guitarist Matt Skiba joined the band, recording the albums "California" and "Nine" and touring in support of both. Hoppus underwent treatment for diffuse large B-cell lymphoma and was later declared cancer-free, which led to a reunion of the classic lineup.

Following DeLonge's return, the band released its ninth album, "One More Time...," which featured the single "Edging" reaching No. 1 on Billboard's Alternative Airplay chart. The accompanying World Tour, also known as the Rock Hard Tour, marked Blink-182's 30th anniversary and the first run with the original lineup in nearly a decade. The band made a surprise appearance at Coachella, serving as a replacement headliner for the festival's second weekend. The tour's inaugural North American leg generated $85.3 million and sold 564,000 tickets, making it the band's largest tour to date.

According to The New York Times, no punk band of the 1990s has been more influential than Blink-182. The band is credited with shaping the pop-punk genre and influencing numerous artists. Blink-182 has received awards and nominations throughout its career, including the MTV Video Music Award for Best Group Video for "All the Small Things," Kerrang! Awards for Best International Band, and the Billboard Music Award for Modern Rock Track of the Year. The band continued its momentum with the Missionary Impossible Tour, performing 24 shows across the United States. Blink-182 continues to engage audiences with its energetic performances and enduring influence on punk rock and pop-punk music.

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blink-182 - ONE MORE TIME

blink-182 - ONE MORE TIME

ONE MORE TIME… the new album from blink-182 is out October 20th. “ONE MORE TIME” the new single!

blink-182 - ONE MORE TIME (Official Video)

blink-182 - ONE MORE TIME (Official Video)

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