Live
311 · 1998
56 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant fusion of alternative rock and funk grooves, layered with energetic vocals and infectious rhythms that invite movement.
Top tracks — play these first
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Beautiful Disaster — This track exemplifies the band's signature sound with its catchy hooks and dynamic shifts between melodic verses and explosive choruses, making it a fan favorite.
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Applied Science — Showcasing intricate musicianship, this song blends heavy guitar riffs with rhythmic complexity, highlighting the band's ability to merge genres seamlessly.
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Down Start here — 'Down' captures the essence of 311's laid-back vibe while delivering a strong groove that resonated widely, becoming one of their most recognized hits.
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Feels So Good — The upbeat energy and positive lyrics in this track reflect the carefree spirit of the album and demonstrate 311’s knack for creating feel-good anthems.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends rock and funk with varied song structures but lacks strong cohesion in its flow.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo groove, with layered guitar riffs and prominent bass lines that drive the rhythm.
- Several songs incorporate spoken word sections interspersed with sung verses, creating a dynamic vocal delivery.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant live atmosphere engagement
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- energetic grooves for celebration
- audience interaction and participation
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective listening
- want standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified 311's popularity after their previous success.
- Career context
- Released in 1998, Live marks 311's third studio album and showcases their growing popularity following the breakthrough success of their previous album, Transistor. At this point, the band had solidified their unique sound, blending rock, reggae, and funk elements, which set them apart in the late '90s alternative scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Incubus· Red Hot Chili Peppers· Cake
Tracklist
- 1 Down Start here 3:14
- 2 Homebrew 3:28
- 3 Beautiful Disaster 4:04
- 4 Misdirected Hostility 3:18
- 5 Freak Out 3:49
- 6 Nix Hex 5:03
- 7 Applied Science 5:21
- 8 Omaha Stylee 3:45
- 9 Tribute 4:33
- 10 Galaxy 2:58
- 11 Light Years 2:51
- 12 Hydroponic 5:17
- 13 Who’s Got the Herb? 3:56
- 14 Feels So Good 4:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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