311 - Soundsystem

Review by Jenny Healey

The album Soundsystem by 311 was released in 1999 and received mixed reviews from critics and fans alike. The album features a mix of genres including rock, reggae, and hip-hop, and showcases the band's signature sound.

The album opens with the energetic track "Freeze Time," which sets the tone for the rest of the album. The catchy chorus and smooth guitar riffs make this song a standout. Other notable tracks on the album include "Come Original," "Flowing," and "Large in the Margin."

While some critics praised the album for its experimentation with different genres, others felt that it lacked the consistency and cohesion of previous 311 albums. Some fans also criticized the album for being too commercial and polished.

Artist: 311
Album: Soundsystem

1999

Rating: 4.67

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Livin' & Rockin'	2:42
Large In The Margin
Blizza
Flowing	3:10
Livin' And Rockin'
Large in the Margin	03:29
Evolution	4:17
Can't Fade Me
Mindspin	3:58
Leaving Babylon	4:0
Life's Not a Race	4:25
Eons	3:14
Life's Not A Race
Livin'	02:42
Can't Fade Me	2:9
Livin' & Rockin'	2:43
Freeze Time	3:22
Large In the Margin	3:27
Come Original	3:43
Blizza (Bonus Track)
Strong All Along	3:28
Sever	4:43

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311 - Soundsystem (Full Album)

311 - Come Original | Soundsystem | Lyrical Video

311 - Come Original

311 - Eons

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Volcano , Legacy
Capricorn Records
PolyGram
Volcano

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2 × Vinyl
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digipak
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Companies

Role	Company
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Volcano Entertainment III, L.L.C.
Copyright (c)	Volcano Entertainment III, L.L.C.
Marketed By	Sony Music Entertainment
Distributed By	Sony Music Entertainment
Lacquer Cut At	Cohearent Audio
Mastered At	Record Technology Incorporated
Published By	Hydroponic Music
Recorded At	The Hive, Los Angeles, CA
Mixed At	NRG Studios
Licensed To	Universal Müzik Yapım Organizasyon San. ve Tic. A.Ş.
Manufactured By	Capricorn Records
Record Company	Columbia House
Pressed By	PMDC, USA

Credits

Role	Credit
A&R	Harvey Schwartz
Art Direction	Brandon Lively
Design	Brandon Lively
Bass	P-Nut
Cover	Romon Yang
Illustration	Romon Yang
Drums	Chad Sexton
Percussion	Chad Sexton
Programmed By	Chad Sexton
Engineer	Cameron Webb
Guitar	Tim Mahoney
Lacquer Cut By	KPG
Management	Adam Raspler, Adam Raspler Management, Peter Raspler
Mastered By	Joe Gastwirt
Other	Variety Artists, Int'l Inc.
Photography By	Marina Chavez
Producer	Hugh Padgham
Mixed By	Scotch Ralston
Vocals	Nicholas Hexum
Booking	Bob Engel , Gavin Hitt, John Harrington , Lloyd St. Martin, Renee Samaniego, Variety Artists, Int'l
Crew	Alex Rivera
Scratches	S.A.
Drum Programming	Chad Sexton

Notes

Very close to the Ltd numbered edition, but not limited, and no number (although there is still a space where the number would go).
Hype sticker incorrectly states "LIMITED NUMBERED EDITION".
This version manufactured by UML
All songs Hydroponic Music, BMI except track 11, Bad Brains Publishing, ASCAP
"Leaving Babylon" is a Bad Brains cover.
Black/White photo (6 x 9) of band members
6 panel Digi-Pack.
Made in Japan. Comes with Japanese Obi and Inserts
Embossed 6-panel digipak with clear tray on middle panel & 24-page lyrics booklet.
Another similar edition was manufactured by UML.
©1999 Hydroponic Music (BMI)
All songs Hydroponic Music, BMI
*except track 11 - Bad Brains Publishing, ASCAP
On CD:
℗© 1999 Capricorn Records, LLC.
Manufactured and Marketed by Capricorn Records
Distributed by Universal Music and Video Distribution, Inc.
Made in the U.S.A.
On back cover:
©℗1999 Capricorn Records LLC.
Manufactured and marketed by Capricorn Records, 83 Walton Street, Atlanta, GA 30303.
Printed in U.S.A.
www.capri.corn.com www.311music.com
Made in Australia.
Manufactured in Indonesia for Indonesia Market only
Individually numbered limited edition reissue of 5000 pressed on black vinyl packaged in a gatefold jacket
Sides labeled 1A, 1B, 2A, and 2B
©℗ 1999, 2012 Volcano Entertainment III, LLC

Barcodes

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About 311

American rock group formed in 1988, from Omaha, Nebraska. Members Nick Hexum Vocals, Rhythm guitar, Programming (1988present) Doug "" Martinez Vocals, Turntables, DJ (1992present) Tim Mahoney Lead guitar (1991present) Aaron "" Wills Bass (1988present) Chad Sexton Drums, Percussion, Programming (1988present) Former Members Jim "Jimi" Watson Guitar (19881991)

Members

Nick Hexum
Chad Sexton
Douglas Martinez
Tim Mahoney
Aaron Wills

Summary by Jenny Healey

Despite these criticisms, Soundsystem remains a fan favorite and a testament to 311's unique sound and style. The album's blend of rock, reggae, and hip-hop continues to influence and inspire musicians today. Soundsystem is a solid addition to 311's discography and a must-listen for fans of the band.

Comments

hagelivet

The band's 1999 album, Soundsystem, is a return to their past Hip Hop/Nu Metal sound, but sounds way softer and disinterested than its supposed points of inspiration.

sandrodesignerux

I’ve had this song stuck in my head for over 20 fucking years. I think it’s about time we investigated 3/11

caonao

I'm a 60s baby but my oldest son turned me onto the nineties he was born in 88 .

subhashwankhede17

Holy fuck this song slaps

cst661939416

Niel peart is my favorite drummer but he is a close second lol

riemiura

After crazy town. Would be fun to see what they loook like now

dianasalsabrosa

Mon brosky était le chanteur

suryadi911

SB Whatsup

heavymetalkitchen

3:04 Pacific Islander theme

dashakozhevnikova

Nigh chu....

marcomeletti

Im so grateful my dad and uncle introduced me to these guys when I was younger. I gotta be their youngest listener lmao

lolanormal2

So, Linkin Park were just 311 wannabes :D :D

elmohamy4u

Go Chiefs!
(1•29•23)

gabrieloliveira853759997

elementary days... now mumble rap full of words u cannot understand

2211madlen

JMP 77

akujor

1:05 ZAMN

dudussenchou

?????☠️☠️☠️☠️?????☠️???????????????????????????☠️☠️?????????

britnbrittco

??????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????

toksyk

I hope you guys don’t mind I pop in for breakfast

luanagonzaga201923

this is so cool

simbahsugeng

My fav song blesed to born in the 90s

stephyadzimah

This is what smoking reggie sounds like

ryanjhayes

How old this song now?

risingphotography

Memorables años 90s. La última mejor década para la música, cultura auténtica, sin tanta tecnología todo era una movida tremenda, disfrutar de la música, toques