Blink-182, a legendary pop-punk band, rose to fame in the early 2000s with their catchy and energetic songs, setting themselves apart from mainstream teen pop and nu-metal. The trio, featuring Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, and Travis Barker, achieved success with hits like ‘Enema of the State’ and ‘Take Off Your Pants and Jacket,’ both top-charting albums. Despite DeLonge’s temporary departure in 2015 and subsequent return for the cathartic ‘One More Time…’ in 2023, the band continued to thrive, releasing popular albums like ‘Neighborhoods’ and ‘California’. Formation in the suburbs of San Diego, the band faced challenges, including a name change to blink-182, but their perseverance led to platinum records and worldwide tours.
Known for their humorous music videos and infectious anthems like ‘Dammit’ and ‘All the Small Things,’ blink-182’s journey includes collaborations, personal setbacks, and side projects. Post-hiatus in 2009, the band reunited and embarked on a successful tour with Weezer, marking a new chapter in their career. Despite lineup changes and internal tensions, blink-182’s resilience shone through as they released albums like ‘Nine,’ exploring darker themes amidst personal challenges. DeLonge’s return in 2022 and the subsequent release of ‘Edging’ reinvigorated the band’s fanbase, leading to a highly anticipated world tour interrupted briefly by Barker’s injury but culminating in the triumphant launch of ‘One More Time…,’ a chart-topping album that solidified the classic lineup’s enduring legacy.