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311 - Live Audio CD

A fair review of the 311 "Live" Audio CD. Please note that the below review is the views of the authors, and authors only. You can get a complete list of all 311 reviews here, or go back to the 311 tabs.

311 Band: 311
Title: Live
Rating:
Release Date: 1998-09-01
Media: Audio CD

Tracks: 1: Down 2: Homebrew 3: Beautiful Disaster 4: Misdirected Hostility 5: Freak Out 6: Nix Hex 7: Applied Science 8: Omaha Stylee 9: Tribute 10: Galaxy 11: Light Years 12: Hydroponic 13: Who's Got the Herb? 14: Feels So Good

Nod your head to this
About two-thirds of the songs are re-worked versions of the band's best songs from the Omaha years. THE TRILOGY OF DEBUT ALBUMS, 1993-1996

Music (1993)
Debut Trilogy Part 1: An original, energetic, raw, explosive fusion of rock, hip hop, funk, reggae and rap. The other third are butt-kicking new songs made just for this release. This album says, "This is what we can do. "

Grassroots (1994)
Debut Trilogy Part 2: An exploration of their roots, a musical journey of growing up from the ground up. This album says, "This is where we came from. "

311, "self-titled" or "the blue album" (1995)
Debut Trilogy Part 3: A crisp, tight, bold, definitive, well-oiled machine. This album says, "This is what we are. "

The previous three LPs are all tied for my favorite 311 album, and I admit my hard-hitting rock-rap bias.

Enlarged to Show Detail (1996)
A "behind the scenes" DVD Epilogue to the Debut Trilogy containing interviews, music videos, concert footage, etc. - with a bonus EP of outtakes from 1995.


THE TRANSITION YEARS, 1997-2001

Transistor (1997)
4th Studio LP: The next phase in the evolution begins with this ambitious and psychedelic exploration of 311's unique style. This is their longest album, and it shows a marked increase in the sing/rap ratio. Transistor is my 4th favorite release (or 2nd fave if you count the first three LPs as one).

311 Live (1998)
A complilation of live versions of songs from the 1993-97 releases. If you only get into 311's first four studio albums and you enjoy listening to music that was recorded live in concert, then you will probably like this CD. However, I recommend the 311 Day DVD (2004) instead.
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Enlarged to Show Detail #2 (2001)
DVD Epilogue to the Transition Years containing interviews, music videos and concert footage - with a bonus EP of outtakes from 99 and 01. I actually like this well-produced DVD better than the original ETSD.


THE NEW SCHOOL, 2002-?
. . .
Live in New Orleans - 311 Day (2004)
Only four songs are missing from this epic five-hour concert (which I attended). This DVD features the live performance of 64 songs, mostly from 311's 1990-2003 releases. A handful of rare outtakes and covers were also played, including a reggae classic from Led Zeppelin.


GO SEE THEM LIVE


Unfortunatly, this is just a souvenir. If you haven't seen 311 live, do it now! Seriously, this album proves that they sound just as great. It does feature three ample changes (applied Science with it's drum solo, ) and 2 songs not featured on the albums (well, one's rare, who's got the Herb makes it's only appearance here). These songs are must here's, but the rest are just a souvenir, with the atmosphere that most people love. I would rather just see them live whenever I can. I reccomend finding a way to pay for the live songs on a service.

This ain't the live expirence. See them live instead, then save the rest for an afterthought. Do the rest.

6. 0/10.


311 = live heaven.
Actually I'm glad to see that it's not just a live hits collection, however I do love "Transistor" and "All Mixed Up". This is a fairly sweet live album from 311, even if it is a little predictable. My biggest beef though is where's "Do You Right"? I mean c'mon. This also, as good as it is, struggles in some spots to re-create their live energy. I'd send the newcomer to the "Greatest Hits" disc, and call this mostly a fanatic must, especially with "Who's Got The Herb" included. As always, listening to anything from 311 "Feels So Good".


311 Live
This band is simply the best. This album ranks in the top three albums of all time. . . nobody can match their punk, funk, rock sound. A must have.


One of the best live albums.
There are no fillers in this one and it's sure to keep you pleased. If you're not familiar with 311 or you're new, this album is a must for all fans alike.

A fine note: We're tributed to a drum solo by Chad Sexton on Applied Science. Chad is an awesome drummer and you shouldn't look him over. There are also solos from P-Nut and Tim Mahoney. The quality isn't bad, and I prefer some of these songs live rather then the studio versions. Some great examples are Omaha Stylee, Hydroponic, Who's Got the Herb, Beautiful Disaster, and Nix Hex.

Put it in, press play, and enjoy.


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