About the Band
blink-182 is a pop punk band from California, known for their catchy melodies, humorous lyrics, and energetic performances. The band originally formed in 1992, consisting of Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, and Scott Raynor.
History
After self-releasing their demo album in 1993, blink-182 began to gain traction in the SoCal punk scene. Their 1997 album Dude Ranch marked their first commercial success, but it was 1999's Enema of the State that launched them into worldwide fame. Drummer Travis Barker replaced Scott Raynor shortly before this release.
The band went on hiatus in 2005, reunited in 2009, and went through lineup changes—Tom DeLonge left and was replaced by Matt Skiba, before returning again in 2022.
Discography
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Cheshire Cat (1995)
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Dude Ranch (1997)
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Enema of the State (1999)
Take Off Your Pants and Jacket (2001)
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blink-182 (2003)
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Neighborhoods (2011)
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California (2016)
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Nine (2019)
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One More Time... (2023)
Band Members
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Mark Hoppus – Bass, vocals
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Tom DeLonge – Guitar, vocals
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Travis Barker – Drums
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Scott Raynor – Drums (former member)
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Matt Skiba – Guitar, vocals (former member)
Legacy
blink-182 inspired a generation of pop-punk and emo bands, with artists like Fall Out Boy, Paramore, and All Time Low citing them as key influences. Their mix of adolescent humor, sincerity, and energetic punk made them an icon of late 90s youth culture.
Fun Facts
- The name "blink-182" has no official meaning, different stories were made up to keep fans guessing.
- Travis Barker once performed an entire tour with a broken foot.
- The band has sold over 50 million albums worldwide.