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	{{Infobox musical artist
	\| Name = <!--Due to capitalization issues: properly capitalized, do not lowercase as accordance to the Manual of Style (trademarks) Article -->Blink-182
	\| Img = Blink182.jpg
	\| Img_capt = Left to right: Tom DeLonge, Mark Hoppus and Travis Barker visit ] stationed in ] in ].
	\| Img_size = 235
	\| Landscape = yes
	\| Background = group_or_band
	\| Origin = ], ], ]
	\| Genre = ]<br />]<br />] <!--DO NOT CAPITALIZE GENRES. THEY ARE NOT PROPER NOUNS-->
	\| Years_active = 1992 – 2005
	\| Label = Filter, Grilled Cheese, ], ]
	\| Associated_acts = ]<br>]<br>]<br>]<br>]<br>]
	\| URL =
	\| Current_members = ]<br>]<br>] \| Past_members = ]
	}}

	'''Blink-182'''<!--Due to capitalization issues: properly capitalized, do not lowercase as accordance to the Manual of Style (trademarks) Article --> was an ] trio that played ]<ref>{{cite web\|url=http://www.drummerworld.com/drummers/Travis_Barker.html\|title=Drummerworld:Travis Barker\|publisher=Drummerworld\|accessdate=2007-10-25}}</ref><ref name="muchmusic">{{cite web\|url=http://www.muchmusic.com/music/artists/index.asp?artist=52\|title=Blink-182\|publisher=muchmusic.com\|accessdate=2007-10-25}}</ref><ref>{{cite web\|url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1497320/20050222/blink_182.jhtml\|title=Blink-182 Announce 'Indefinite Hiatus' As Breakup Rumors Swirl\|publisher=MTV\|accessdate=2007-10-25}}</ref> music. The band originally formed in 1992 in ]<ref>{{cite web\|url=http://www.punknews.org/bands/blink182\|title=Blink 182\|publisher=Punknews\|accessdate=2007-10-25}}</ref> (a northern ] of ]) by ] (] and ]) and ] (] and ]), who quickly recruited ] (])<ref></ref>. Originally, the band's official name was "Blink", but the "182" being appended early in their career following an objection from an ] with the same name. In 1998, midway through a U.S. tour, Drummer ], who was touring with ] on the same tour with Blink-182, later played the set because Scott Raynor had to leave for the day. After the set, ] and ] sat down and talked about ] joining the band. The next day he became a member of the band and replaced Raynor permanently. DeLonge left the group in early 2005, with the band portraying it as an "indefinite hiatus". DeLonge went on to play alternative rock in a band called ], while Hoppus and Barker continued in a similar genre with their band ].

	Blink-182 were known for their catchy, simple melodies, teen angst and lyrical ]. They have sold almost 22 million records worldwide and have gained a strong ] following since their establishment during the mid-90's and especially during the start of their "indefinite hiatus". Songwriters Hoppus and DeLonge cite ] bands such as ], ], ], ] and ]<ref></ref> as their early influences, although, the band's songwriting and production were driven by a pop sensibility. The band was primarily known for popular hits such as "]", "]", "]", "]", "]", "]", "]", "]" and "]".

	== History ==


	=== Early years (1992-1993) ===
	In May 1993, as "Blink", the band recorded its first demo tape '']'' in drummer Scott Raynor's bedroom. A 4-track was used to record the material, which resulted in poor sound quality. According to Hoppus, only a small number of demos were released, primarily to their family and friends. The same year, the band recorded another demo tape, this one untitled and known simply as "2nd Demo" or "Demo 2". It featured re-recordings of some '']'' songs, and also some new songs, some of which would go on to be re-recorded and re-released on the band's '']'' album. '']'' was released on cassette in 1993 with around 1,000 copies of the tape being produced by Filter Records, an independent record company headed by Hoppus's boss. It was later re-released in 1998, remastered and with a different tracklisting.

	===Independent & early success (1994-1998)===
	In 1994, Blink signed with Cargo Music. The band recorded their debut full-length album, '']'' in three days. The album contained a number of updated versions of songs such as "Carousel", "Strings", "Sometimes" and "TV" that had appeared on the ''Buddha'' demo as well as some originals.

	Shortly after the release of ''Cheshire Cat'', Blink was threatened with legal action by a pop band in ] of the same name. In order to avoid a dispute, Blink appended "182" to the end of their name. Although there are many theories suggested by the band as to why that number was chosen, DeLonge has stated that it is just a number that meant nothing.<ref></ref>

	After the release of ''Cheshire Cat'' came the '']''; a promotional cassette intended to promote the re-release of the '']'' album, which was now available on CD as well as cassette. It is mostly a collection of old songs from the ] sessions. It also contained a few early versions of songs that appeared on ''Cheshire Cat'' and would later appear on ''Dude Ranch''.

	In 1995, a 3-track EP, '']'', was released on 7" black and clear blue vinyl.

	After moving to ], the band recorded the album '']'' in 1996 with producer ]. Blink-182 recorded the album under Cargo Records, but signed with ] in 1998 and later with ] in 2003, in order to handle increased distribution. The album was released in 1997 and was relatively commercially successful, selling 4 million copies worldwide. The single "]" did well on ] modern rock charts, and the band received a small degree of mainstream success.

	After the album's release, drummer Scott Raynor left the band. There are two common explanations for his removal - that Raynor had a serious drinking problem and was asked to go into ] or face ejection, or alternately, that he departed in order to attend college. Raynor claims he agreed to go to rehab, but that DeLonge and Hoppus were doubtful of his sincerity and subsequently fired him over the phone.<ref> C-Rogalski</ref> Hoppus and DeLonge had asked drummer ] of Blink-182's support band ] to fill in for Raynor for the remainder of the tour, thus he had to learn all of the songs in a matter of hours before the show. He ultimately went on to join the band permanently afterwards, leaving The Aquabats.

	===Mainstream success (1999-2004)===

	For the 1999 album '']'', the band hired ] as producer. The album propelled the band into the mainstream, generating the hit singles "]", "]", and "]" a significant amount of airtime on radio and ]. ''Enema of the State'' went on to sell over 15 million copies worldwide making it the band's bestselling album to that point. "]" caused a stir in 2000 when it was set to replay indefinitely on a stereo as 17-year-old Greg Barnes hanged<!-- The proper word here IS hanged, not hung. Please refer to http://www.englishrules.com/writing/2005/hanged-or-hung.php --> himself in the garage of his family's home. Some demos recorded for the album were ] onto the internet, those demos being collectively titled the ] and consisting of demo recordings of some album tracks, plus an instrumental titled 'Life's So Boring' which did not make it onto the album. The demos are in a lossy ] format with ] and ] fluctuating due to problems with the ] of the cassette.

	In 1999 the band had small parts in the film '']'', though Travis Barker was incorrectly credited as Scott Raynor, the band's ex-drummer. Raynor is responsible for the full-speed back beats of the older albums, he has been deemed an "endurance drummer" by other experienced musicians. When Travis took over percussion he learned every older song within a week in preparation for the tour.

	In 2000, the band released '']'', a DVD which featured behind-the-scenes information, and '']'', Blink-182's sole live album, featuring songs from their three full-length records, including all their greatest hits coupled with previously unreleased material. The album quickly went out of print making it a much sought after item. A limited edition was printed in October 2006. The album also included one new studio song, "Man Overboard," among the live renditions. A demo of this song was featured on the ] cassette.

	The band continued its commercial success with '']'' in 2001, which was a small change from their direction in ''Enema of the State''. Travis Barker's drumming is fueled by a wide variety of musical influences including jazz and blues. The album was released on three different CD's: Yellow, Red and Green; each one featuring unique tracks and alternate versions. A European tour in winter 2001 was delayed in the aftermath of the ]. Rescheduled dates in early 2002 were also cancelled due to Tom DeLonge's back problems.

	Blink-182 co-headlined the ] with ] in 2002. The tour was documented on the DVD '']''. After taking some time off, Tom and Travis released a new album with their sideproject ].

	Recording of the band's next record began in early 2003. On ], ], Blink-182 released '']'', which spawned the hit singles "]", "]", and "]". According to Barker, the untitled/self-titled record was supposed to represent a new Blink-182.<ref></ref> Despite a major shift in theme and tone that eschewed the juvenile singing and formulaic songwriting of past releases in favor of more conceptual, nuanced lyrics coupled with a darker, more experimental sound; their past foul-mouthed innuendo-filled writing was overtaken by a more serious, radio-friendly style. A few songs from the album received significant airplay on radio and TV for a short period of time. {{Fact\|date=November 2007}} ], whose band ] is often cited by Blink-182 as a major influence, appeared on "All of This".

	During late 2003 through 2004 the band embarked on the memorable "Dolla Bill" tour, named for the inexpensive ticket costs which were originally planned to be completely free. A tour with ] in the summer of 2004 was also very successful.

	=== "Indefinite hiatus" and new bands (2005-present) ===

	In mid-February 2005 the band inexplicably cancelled a performance at '']'s Concert for South Asia'' (a show put on to aid victims of the devastating ]), making the show before in ], their last live performance to date. Shortly thereafter, before a planned final US spring tour, on ], ], the band announced they were going on an "indefinite hiatus". After much tension, their band manager called Hoppus and Barker to tell them that Tom had quit the band.<ref></ref>

	] released a '']'' compilation on ], ], in the U.S. It is essentially a collection of the band's singles. After many criticisms about the tracklisting from disappointed fans, the song 'Carousel' was added. A previously unreleased track was included on the CD, "Another Girl Another Planet" (a cover song originally by ]). The song was also used as the theme song to Barker's new reality TV show, '']''. Included was the previously issued "I Miss You" B-side and ''Blink-182'' album bonus track "]". The album reached number 6 on the ] in the United States.<ref></ref>

	In the wake of the ''Greatest Hits'' album and the announcement of his new band, DeLonge suggested that the mounting tension between himself and Hoppus, caused by DeLonge's desire for a break to spend time with his family coupled with Hoppus's feelings of betrayal after the formation of ], were the primary reasons for tensions within the band. In ], contrary to DeLonge's statements, Hoppus said that the band had been getting along at the time of their final album. Hoppus went on to say that DeLonge requested a half-year respite from touring to spend time with his family, despite a planned final spring U.S. tour. Further problems arose in discussions regarding the band's future recording endeavors. <ref></ref>

	DeLonge announced his new band, ] in November 2005. He also announced his plans to create a film about the final days of Blink-182.<ref></ref> Angels & Airwaves released their debut album '']'' on ], ], where it debuted at number 4 on the ]. The band released their second album '']'' on ], ]. Hoppus and Barker's new project ] surfaced on ], ], with the song "]". They released their first album '']'' on ], ], and debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200. The band is preparing their second album for summer 2008.

	On ], ], it was confirmed that Blink-182, along with ] and ] are some of the bands set to feature in a documentary about modern punk music. The film entitled '']'' is expected to be released on 30 May 2008(US). Skateboarding legend ] will narrate the film, which also features the likes of ] and ].<ref>{{cite web \|url = http://www.gigwise.com/news.asp?contentid=30179 \|title = Green Day, Blink 182 for punk rock film \|accessdate = 2007-04-06 \|author = Colothan, Scott \|date = ] \|publisher = Gigwise.com}}</ref>

	== Band Members ==
	*] - Vocals, Guitar<small> (1992-2005)</small>
	*] - Vocals, Bass guitar<small> (1992-2005)</small>
	*] - Drums, percussion<small> (1998-2005)</small>

	'''Former Members:'''
	*] - Drums, percussion<small> (1992-1998)</small>

	== Discography ==
	{{main\|Blink-182 discography\|List of Blink-182 songs}}
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	*1994: '']'' <!-- CHESHIRE CAT WAS NOT CERTIFIED, search the RIAA database and it does not appear-->
	*1997: '']'' (Platinum)
	*1999: '']'' (5x Platinum)
	*2001: '']'' (2x Platinum)
	*2003: '']'' (Platinum)
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	== References ==

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