- Audio CD (13 Aug 2001)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Label: Mfn
- ASIN: B00005LKFT
- Other Editions: Audio CD | Audio Cassette | MP3 Download
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 172,383 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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On From Chaos, 311 doesn't break any new ground, instead hammering the same old riffs and beats into the ground. The band blends tepid reggae, repetitive rock, and breezy mainstream pop into a mix that tanks from a lack of interesting hooks. Even the lyrics swim in mediocrity. Nick Hexum and SA Martinez's vocal tone and songwriting ability ("Woah, amber is the colour of your energy / Woah, shades of gold displayed naturally") both fall flat throughout the album. While other genre-crossing bands like the Red Hot Chilli Peppers and No Doubt continually increase their mainstream following by working with new artists and developing their sound, the same does not seem to be true for 311. On From Chaos, the Nebraskan band just sound stuck in their own rut. --Jennifer Maerz
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Format:Audio CD
First seen this band on MTV with the first single off their this album, "You wouldn't Believe" and was hooked instantly. All the songs have a great melody and beat to them. I don't think there is a bad song on the CD. After about 2 or 3 listens you will find yourself singing along. A brilliant album from one of the pioneers of the rap / rock genre.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Once again 311 break the boundaries and display their musical prowess by releasing "From Chaos", at a time when the rap/rock genre is in need of a serious kick-start. Thank GOD for 311. From the soaring melodies of "Sick Tight" to the blissful groove of current single "I'll be here a while", 311 never fail to impress, but unfortunately, they are the only band out there who try and be what we like to call "original". Enjoy.
1 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
"From Chaos" harks back to 311's earlier era - plenty of funky distorted guitars, harder rapping than recent albums, and loads of grooving bass lines. Graded alongside other 311 albums this fairs very well - only suffering for a slightly thinner guitar mix than their last album, "Soundsystem". Standout tracks are the dynamic title track, the relentless "Wake Your Mind Up", the jazzy "Champagne" and the melodic singalong "I'll Be Here Awhile". In terms of what 311 can offer in comparison to their contemporaries, 311 are unmatched - purely because no one else mixes it up like them. RHCP are obvious analogy candidates but even they have taken a more well thoughtout commercial route. "From Chaos" is an album that relies on straight-down-the-line, honest, fun music and lyrics. Okay, so they're not as profound as Joni Mitchell or Bob Dylan, but that's not the point. This is an album you can put on and it makes you feel good. Why these guys aren't bigger here in the UK beats me.
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Take it from me...you won't be disappointed
The first time I heard 311 was in 1995 when they released the their self titled album. Since then every new album has been a joy to listen to. Read more
Published on 10 Jan 2002
Not their best effort but still...
I've been into 311 since i heard their "Soundsystem" album... i then got hold of the others... with difficulty because they weren't officially released over here. Read more
Published on 18 Nov 2001 by bulletkiss@hotmail.com
This Album ROCKS
I first heard of 311 on the tele and I went straight out and bought their album as soon as it came out. Since I've had it it's all I've listened to. Read more
Published on 16 Aug 2001
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