String Quart Tribute to 311

Tribute to 311 (Artist) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (November 4, 2003)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Vitamin Records
• ASIN: B0000DIJSF
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #263,604 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Beginning with 1995's Grassroots, this string tribute to 311 moves through a hit-filled set that includes takes on "Down," "Amber," "Come Original," and "You Wouldn't Believe" all the way through 2003's "Creatures (For a While)." Given, these violin, viola, and cello treatments are about as far as one can aesthetically get from the rapping, reggae, alt rock, and funk of the band's originals; but that doesn't mean they don't work. The musicians here focus on the material's hooks and swirling melodies, and sometimes uncover connections that weren't as apparent under the din of 311's instrumentation. "Beautiful Disaster" is a highlight, as is the multi-part verse section of "All Mixed Up," where a cello churns out the bassline and violins emulate the vocal interplay of co-frontmen S.A. Martinez and Nick Hexum. Recommended for 311 fans into expanding their horizons. ~ Johnny Loftus, Rovi

Customer Reviews

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A 311 fan's must have!, November 17, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: String Quart Tribute to 311 (Audio CD)

This instrumental compilation of 311 songs dating back to their self-titled album is a great listen! Although the lyrics in 311's tracks are a very intrical piece to their overall vibe and style, the String Quartet does a great job of capturing the core of 311's sound. A good buy if you are a 311 junky! Enjoy

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A 311 fan's must have!, November 17, 2003

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Jesse Drujon (Boston, MA) - See all my reviews

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This compilation of 311 songs dating back to their self titled album is a very good listen! Yes the lyrics are an intrical part of 311's overall vibe and amazing sound, but this instrumental tribute really is worthy of listening to. The String Quartet did a great job of reliving and caputuring 311's various styles. Check this CD out if you're a 311 junky!

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Interesting, November 6, 2003

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Juggabozo01 (Cincinnati, Ohio) - See all my reviews

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Definite For 311 Fans, The String Quartet Is Amazing, Must Be Heard To Be Believed, Check This Out, ...and Classical Fans Are Soon To Be Bumpin' 311