California
A nostalgic yet mature return to the pop-punk roots that defined a generation.
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California stands as a pivotal chapter in the sonic journey of Blink-182, marking their triumphant return after years of hiatus and lineup turbulence. Released in 2016, this studio album introduced a new era with Mark Hoppus, Travis Barker, and new member Matt Skiba, who replaced Tom DeLonge. It serves as a bridge between their defiant early-2000s rebellion and a more mature, introspective sound that reflects on aging, nostalgia, and the changing tides of the music industry.
Background
The creative atmosphere surrounding this project was one of cautious optimism mixed with deep reflection. With Matt Skiba stepping in for Tom DeLonge, the band approached their songwriting not just as a continuation, but as a genuine attempt to document where they stood in life decades after their initial rise. It acknowledges the ghosts of their past while asserting that their voice still matters in a modern musical context.
Track listing
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cynical | 1:55 | |
| 2 | Bored to Death | 3:55 | |
| 3 | She's Out of Her Mind | 2:42 | |
| 4 | Los Angeles | 3:03 | |
| 5 | Sober | Hoppus, Barker, Skiba, Feldmann, Patrick Stump | 2:59 |
| 6 | Built This Pool | 0:16 | |
| 7 | No Future | 3:45 | |
| 8 | Home Is Such a Lonely Place | Hoppus, Barker, Skiba, Feldmann, David Hodges | 3:21 |
| 9 | Kings of the Weekend | Hoppus, Barker, Skiba, Feldmann, Hodges | 2:56 |
| 10 | Teenage Satellites | Hoppus, Barker, Skiba, Feldmann, Hodges | 3:11 |
| 11 | Left Alone | 3:09 | |
| 12 | Rabbit Hole | 2:35 | |
| 13 | San Diego | Hoppus, Barker, Skiba, Feldmann, Stump | 3:12 |
| 14 | The Only Thing That Matters | 1:57 | |
| 15 | California | Hoppus, Barker, Skiba, Feldmann, Martin Johnson | 3:10 |
| 16 | Brohemian Rhapsody | 0:30 | |
| Total length | 42:36 | ||
Deluxe edition bonus disc
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Parking Lot | 2:46 | |
| 2 | Misery | 3:51 | |
| 3 | Good Old Days | Hoppus, Barker, Skiba, Feldmann, Nicholas Furlong | 3:23 |
| 4 | Don't Mean Anything | 2:46 | |
| 5 | Hey I'm Sorry | 3:56 | |
| 6 | Last Train Home | 3:21 | |
| 7 | Wildfire | 3:02 | |
| 8 | 6/8 | 3:47 | |
| 9 | Long Lost Feeling | 3:04 | |
| 10 | Bottom of the Ocean | Hoppus, Barker, Skiba, Feldmann, Simon Wilcox | 3:27 |
| 11 | Can't Get You More Pregnant | 0:34 | |
| 12 | Bored to Death (live and acoustic) | 3:55 | |
| Total length | 37:52 | ||
Track listing from the source article.
Did You Know?
- The album cover is a painting by artist Sean Cowan, not a photograph taken by the band members.
- The track 'Bored to Death' became an instant anthem for fans feeling disconnected from modern life.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was California released by Blink-182?
The album officially launched in June 2016 under Interscope Records, ending a decade-long absence for the group.
What genre defines the sound of California?
The record blends alternative rock influences with the signature pop-punk energy that defined their earlier work.
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Sources
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- Wikipedia: California (Blink-182 album) (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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