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This was already the most fun I had at a 311 show since the 311 Pow Wow back in 2011. It hit me that the fun had just begun and we still had over three hours of 311 ahead of us AND another whole show the next night. The raw energy of 20,000 die-hard 311 fans was pulsating throughout the arena as they dove directly into the fan-favorite “Hive” from their self-titled album. From the very first chord, everyone in the arena knew what they were about to play and it got us even more pumped than we already were.
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This was the perfect intro to get me pumped for the two full nights of 311 I had ahead of me.Īs the video montage ended, it was time for 311 to take the stage and what better song to open 311 Day with than the hidden intro to the Transistor album. It showcased every country that 311 fans traveled from to be at 311 Day along with “Happy 311 Day” greetings from celebrities like the cast of Super Troopers and bands such as Incubus and Deftones (see video below). Night one kicked off with a video montage. This quickly became my beer of choice for the duration of the weekend because I didn’t know when the next time I would be able to find this rare gem. This beer is hoppier than most amber ales but that is what makes it unique and delicious. After walking almost completely around the arena, I finally spotted the 311 Amber Ale cart and it was definitely worth the wait.
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I had been wanting to try this beer since it was first announced and 311 Day was one of the few places in the country where it was available. That is the beauty of the wonderful city of New Orleans the entire city embraces the event, helping every 311 fan feel right at home.Īs I entered the Smoothie King Center, I was determined to find out where they were selling Rock Brothers 311 Amber Ale. Before both shows, you could walk down Bourbon Street and witness a sea of 311 shirts wandering in and out of bars that were blaring 311 songs in honor of the big event. For these fans, 311 isn’t just music it’s a way of life. I was in for a lot of 311 over the next two days and I was ready for every minute of it.ģ11 Day is not just a concert, it is a weekend gathering of 311 super-fans. This year, 311 Day was expanded into a two-day event at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans which promised over three hours of 311 each night. This is something I have wanted to cross off my bucket list for years so I was more than happy to jump on board for the opportunity to cover the show. 311 Day has been held every two years in New Orleans since 2000 - with the exception of 2006 which was held in Memphis due to Hurricane Katrina while 20 were held in Las Vegas. It is every 311 fan’s dream to attend 311 Day, 311’s own special day where die-hard fans from across the world come together to celebrate the band’s music and positive energy.