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Posted July 28, 2005

NEW 311.COM
Thanks for all of the positive feedback on the new and improved 311.com!! We're glad you like it. Even more new pages have now been added to the site, including 'World Tracker' (found via the Hive section, which provides a world map of 311 fans online) and 'Press Pack' (found via the Discography page / 'Dont Tread' section, which provides journalists the album cover, bio, photos, etc).

The photos displayed on this News page were shot at KROQ Radio in Los Angeles, July 15th.

NEW ALBUM: IN STORES AUGUST 16TH!! / PRE-SALES & STORE SPECIALS!!
The countdown is on!!!!....311's new album "Don't Tread On Me", featuring 11 new songs, will be released in stores on Tuesday, August 16!!
311 with KROQ DJ, Stryker
Here is info on how to PRE-ORDER the album or buy the album on release day to get SPECIAL deals!

PRE-ORDER NEW CD AT 311 SHOWS (7/27-8/15):
At the first two weeks of 311 shows, from 7/27 - 8/15, there will be a record store booth at each venue. Anyone who pre-orders the new cd at the booth will receive a FREE "Live 311 EP" and a voucher that will allow you to pick up the new cd at the record store on the day of release, 8/16, or any day after. So here is your chance to pre-order the new cd and get a free live EP! The EP features live versions of Freeze Time, All Mixed Up, Summer of Love and Visit. This live EP cd package will be a limited edition collectible item - only available at these shows!!

The retail booths at the venues will include:
Santa Cruz (Street Light Records), San Diego (Best Buy), Anaheim (Tower Records), Tuscon (Zia Records), Phoenix (Zia Records), Las Vegas (Zia Records), Salt Lake (Graywhale), Red Rock (Independent Records), Omaha (Homers), Colombia, MO (Slackers), Chicago (FYE), Kansas City (tba), Columbus (Magnolia Thunderpussy), Cincinatti (tba) and Cleveland (FYE).
SAN DIEGO:
At the San Diego show, 7/30, 311 will do a Pre-Sale Autograph Signing from 7:00PM-8:00PM near the Best Buy booth. Those fans that pre-order the new cd at the Best Buy booth will be given a free live EP. The band will be signing these EP's from 7 to 8PM. The band will only be able to sign for one hour and they will only be signing the Live EP's (only those that pre-order the album and get the Live EP will be allowed in the signing line). Due to limited time, we cannot guarantee that the band will be able to sign everyone's EP. We hope to see you there!

OMAHA:
At the Omaha show, 8/9, 311 will do a Pre-Sale Autograph Signing from 5:45-6:45PM at the Homer's Records booth. Those fans that visit the Homer's Records Booth at the venue and pre order the new cd will be given a free live EP. The band will be signing these Live EP's from 5:45 - 6:45. The band will only be able to sign for one hour and they will only be signing the Live EP's (only those that pre-order the album and get the Live EP will be allowed in the signing line). Due to limited time, we cannot guarantee that the band will be able to sign everyone's EP. We hope to see you there!
PRE-ORDER NEW CD AT AMAZON.COM:
Anyone that pre-orders the new cd at www.amazon.com, starting 8/2, will get to hear five streaming songs from the album and two live songs upon placing their order. Also note, Amazon will mail your cd in time to arrive to you on the release day, 8/16. So if you want to hear five songs from the album in advance, plus two live songs, here is your chance to do so!

BUY THE NEW CD AT iTUNES
311's radio single "Don't Tread On Me" is now available for purchase at iTunes, Rhapsody, Napster and other digital services. The full album will be available for Pre-Sale on iTunes on 8/2. Anyone who pre-orders the new cd on iTunes prior to the 8/16 release date will get the full album PLUS 2 live songs PLUS the bonus song "Little Brother", which is not included on the album!! For those that order the full album via iTunes after the 8/16 release date, you will get the album plus the bonus track "Little Brother". When ordering from iTunes, you get high quality downloads - but you do not get the artwork packaging. This iTunes pre-sale will begin on 8/2 at 311's iTunes Page.
BUY NEW CD AT CERTAIN STORES...to get free 7" collectible: (NOW BIGGER LIST OF STORES!)
If you buy the new cd at a certain store, you will get a FREE 311 vinyl 7" record while supplies last!! Now Even More Stores are added to the list. For a full list, visit here Scroll down under the advertisement to see the full list of stores. So buy the cd at one of these stores listed and treat yourself to a free good from the band. Enjoy!
But with this new album, this promotion is much bigger and includes hundreds of different store locations to choose from.
The link shows store names, addresses, phone numbers, etc. Some stores have multiple locations so you can call and see which location is nearest you.
For example, Newbury Comics has 26 store locations throughout New England.

CIMS is the same set of stores that we offered the 7" vinyl with the Evolver album. (such stores as Cactus, Twist & Shout, Fingerprints, Homers, Record Time, etc.). But with this new album, this promotion is much bigger and includes CIMS, MMN and AIMS...which makes some 200 different store locations to choose from.

This special vinyl will feature (A Side): "Don't Tread on Me" and (B-Side): "Little Brother". This vinyl will be a limited edition collectible item!
BUY NEW CD AT ANY RECORD STORE:
311's new cd "Don't Tread On Me" will be available at all major record stores on 8/16. The band is really excited about the cd artwork and packaging designed by artist Shepard Fairey at Studio Number One. CD prices will vary as pricing is up to the discretion of the store. But let it be known, that stores usually sale price the album the first few weeks of release. So be sure to get out there and pick up the new album! 311 are very excited about the new songs and look forward to rockin' them live this summer! So be sure to be in the loop, pick up the new album and show the band some love & appreciation for 15 years of amazing music!!

NEW SINGLE HITS THE AIRWAVES!!
The first single, "Don't Tread On Me", world-premiered on KROQ Radio Los Angeles on Friday, July 15th. The entire band visited KROQ to launch the single and to do an interview with DJ Stryker, as a crowd of fans watched through the windows. The single is NOW released nationwide, so be sure to call your favorite radio station with a request and lets get 311 rockin' the airwaves once again!!
Visit the Radio Request Page at 311.com to find your local station's request line info.
(photos on this page are from the KROQ visit)
MORE ON NEW ALBUM:
For the 'Don't Tread On Me' album tracklisting, click here.

For "Don't Tread On Me: An Inside Look by SA Martinez by Nick Hexum" click here.

For Nick Hexum talks about the Album Title, click here.

For Previous Words from Nick and P-Nut, click here.

The band is super-psyched about the new material. It sounds amazing and we think you'll find it to be the perfect album to crank up this summer!!

SUMMER TOUR 2005 NOW ROLLING!!:
The 311 Summer Tour has launched!!!
Spanning July 27 to September 15th, 311 will rock 40 shows, coast to coast!! Support bands are Papa Roach and Unwritten Law. Check the Tour Dates page of the website for all show and ticketing info. Tickets are on sale NOW for most shows!!! For others, Pre-Sales will start very soon. Pre-Sales will include pit tickets and/or the best seats in the house, with reduced service fees. First come, first serve. All info is posted on the 311 Tour Page.

311 are fired up for a return to the road and look to make this summer a most memorable one, as they celebrate their fifteen year anniversary! Be there!!

311 VIDEO:
This past weekend 311 shot a new video for "Don't Tread On Me" at a soundstage in the Silverlake area of Los Angeles. The director is Colourmovie. Expect live-action performance, hand illustration, time-lapse, slo-mo photography and shot-lighting elements for great visual effects. We look to have a completed video in late August. Should be great!!
311 STREET TEAM:
The 311 Street Team is back in action to help promote the new album and summer tour!! If you've previously signed up for the team, then you will hear from the Team Captain soon. If you want to join Team 311, then sign up at: http://www2.fanscape.com (new link).

For the welcome back email, click here.

311 at MYSPACE:
311 My Space fans unite! Be sure to join the Official 311 MySpace Music page at:
http://www.myspace.com/311.
You should also check out the main 311 group page: http://groups.myspace.com/311
There are lots of other great 311 pages for you to check out and join...
Join our official Music page and let's continue to make the 311 Community thrive!!
311 STORE / LOTS OF NEW GOODS FOR SUMMER!!:
Happy 311 Touring Season!!
All of the newest styles of 311 shirts can ONLY be found at the concerts, but for a change, we'll be adding 3 styles of the new tour design T-shirts to the store before the tour ends. Beginning on 8-16-05, we will also be adding new keychains, new sticker packs, new hats and a new poster!! In all, there are over 21 NEW ITEMS this Summer. So while at the show, BE SURE to visit the merchandise stand for the full selection, and be sure to also check us out at www.311merch.com

In Auctions we will continue to feature select signed and unsigned limited edition Posters , Vinyl Albums, and CD's, as well as Limited Edition collectibles from the past 15 years of 311 tours!! Did you know that whenever an auction item is autographed, the auction benefits a non-profit charity that the band chooses? Please check out our AUCTION section today for more details.

Visit our shipping page for details on our FREE SHIPPING offer. While supplies last all online orders get a FREE sticker included with their stuff. All poster orders receive a FREE bonus mystery poster included with their orders too!!

As always you may place orders by phone 617-666-8843 (10-6 eastern time), fax 617-623-7232 or order securely online 24-7-365 days a year. Thanks for shopping at the Store at 311.com and at 311merch.com, and remember we insist that you like the stuff you buy, your satisfaction is guaranteed.

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Thanks for your support of 311.
Get ready for a great summer ahead!!

Peter
311 management
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