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  • Audio CD (June 19, 2001)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Volcano
  • ASIN: B00005KBBL
  • Also Available in: Audio Cassette  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (196 customer reviews)
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With so many acts crowding the funk-rap-metal combo that 311 has been working for the past decade, now is the time for the band to crack the mold and take the genre in a new direction. Unfortunately, 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 S.A. Martinez's vocal tone and songwriting ability ("Woah, amber is the color of your energy / Woah, shades of gold displayed naturally") both fall flat throughout the album. While other genre-crossing bands like the Red Hot Chili 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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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Aging with clarity...., June 20, 2001
By Kurb "Kurb" (Central America) - See all my reviews
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First things first. 311, singer Nick Hexum,Chad Sexton,"SA" Doug Martinez, guitarist Tim Mahoney and thunder bassist P-Nut are a good time positivity driven group that in no way is going for the whole angst/rap/rock trend (Bizkit,Roach,etc.). So, get that out of your head, and lets not try to draw comparisons between them. After breaking it big in 1996 with their self titled disk that spurred the frat party anthems "Down" and "All mixed up", 311 is back with their long awaited 6th major label release, titled "From Chaos". Right from the opening chord of "You get worked" you see that this is not the same uninspired group that tossed out the overproduced and methodically drone "Soundsystem" in 1999. This is a recharged,more mature and confident unit that has never sounded better and tighter as a group. Which is saying something, based on their reputation of being one of the best live acts out there. While blending all the better elements of rock,rap,reggae,ska and pure funk, 311 along with "Blue" album producer Ron Saint, may have finally created the signature disk of their catalog. It is suprisingly strong all the way through, with highlights being the soon to be live staple,"Sick tight" and the ultra-melodic "Amber". Every song has some hook that will be revolving around your head for days. Of course, not all is sunny on the 311 front, "You wouldnt believe", the first single, sounds like a throw away from the "Soundsystem" sessions, and Nicks vocals do have a tendency to be too flat for casual listeners tastes. But, both vocalists make a fairly strong showing in this album, with both rhyme skills, and singing range. All in all, if your already part of the excitable 311 fans, then you were very pleased on June 19th, and if not, then you may be soon, once these break through to radio. Overall, this album does "rock",and it has some great hooks, with some laid back Jamaica inspired moments to keep you smiling.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Don't listen to Miss Maerz here..., April 25, 2003
By Chris (Albany, NY) - See all my reviews
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First of all, I give this a 4.5, Transistor is a 5 in my book...

The review from Amazon.com on this album is ignorant. "From Chaos" is a brilliant album, by a band that is over stereotyped in the whole rap/rock genre. 311 is so much more than typical angst rap/rock (linkin park, korn, etc) they have one of the best drummers in rock ( except Danny Carey from Tool of course) and both of their lyricists are simply amazing. Miss Jennifer basically said "Whoa, Amber is the color of your energy" is pathetic, when in fact, this is more like the amazing and groundbreaking lyrics we heard from "Transistor" Nick is talking about aura's here, for those who have no clue what these are, just go read up on them (yahoo works well) and you'll discover the depth and originality behind Nick's and SA's lyrics. Although in my opinion, 311 doesn't tap the fountain as Tool does, 311 is one of the only bands to stay positive in the midst of all this angst-ridden manufactured garbage called "rock." We should be thankful for musicians like Tool, Dredg, 311, Deftones, etc for giving us true auditory beauty. And making music for themselves, not for the record company execs,

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A mix of old school 311 with a new touch is a great thing..., July 10, 2001
By "honiedew" (East Brunswick, NJ USA) - See all my reviews
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I have been a 311 fan ever since "Down" came out as a single, but I also took the chance to try out their older stuff like Grassroots and Music and I love 311 ever since. I was hesitant to give "From Chaos" a shot due to the single "You Wouldn't Believe" because I thought that was just about the best the album could get...but I was glad I was wrong. There's a mix in this album, from hard core old school 311 rock (Sick Tight) to chilled back rock (Uncalm) to beautiful laid back melodies (Amber).

My favorite song on this album is "Uncalm", with great lyrics and an unique tune. Classic 311 originality. I love the ENTIRE album, not just a couple songs out of the 12. It's pretty amazing how 311 has come back from their previous 2 albums (Transistor, Soundsystem), in which I thought were not as great as their old albums. BUY IT and get ready for a "HEADRUSH!"

Don't forget to download 311's extra track "We Do It Like This" from the official 311 site, it's also a great song expressing how they progressed in their music and their originality.

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5.0 out of 5 stars 311 From Chaos Rocks
They hooked me with their melodic "Amber." That song in itself is worth buying the album. They really hit hard with their opening "You Get Worked. Read more
Published on January 30, 2007 by Larry R. Hamel Jr.

4.0 out of 5 stars One of their better CD's
I am a huge 311 fan. Heard of them way back with Music and Grassroots. I am not sure why a lot of people don't like this CD. This CD is back to old skool. Read more
Published on December 16, 2006 by M. Fury

5.0 out of 5 stars From Chaos comes tight cd
In the '90s 311 became an underground success story with the releases of 'Music' and 'Grassroots', and later a commercial breakthrough with 'Blue' and 'Transistor' due to the... Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars Decent
This is a good album, not my favorite from the band but very solid nonetheless. Not many tracks that I just don't really like (the only one that comes to mind is Uncalm), but not... Read more
Published on May 13, 2006 by Nate505

4.0 out of 5 stars Blast from the Past
No, this isn't Music, or Grassroots, or s/t, but is that really such an issue with supposed 311 fans? I enjoy this record, as well as its predecessors. Read more
Published on April 25, 2006 by Night Nurse

2.0 out of 5 stars Not very good...
I'm not a 311 hater, it's just that I think this cd has a lot of filler. I borrowed it, because I liked the song Amber (and still do) and thats probably the only song I enjoyed on... Read more
Published on January 15, 2006 by Amy

4.0 out of 5 stars The 311 of old are back!
"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. Read more
Published on October 3, 2005 by LM BUTCHER

5.0 out of 5 stars From Chaos is quality
If you like 311 you'll like From Chaos. It's got great slower tracks (Amber, Champaigne) but it also has 311's high energy trademark rock sound throughout. Read more
Published on September 5, 2005 by D. Alfred

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Cd from 311!
Wow, what an awesome cd. There are several songs with great beats. I usually skip to track 6 and then listen to the whole cd. Read more
Published on September 3, 2005 by bond007

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