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Release Date: September 27th

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Online only Pre-Order exclusives!

ABOUT THIS PRESALE:
The blink-182 Neighborhoods Pre-Sale is unlike any other. Instead of having a ton of different bundle options at a bunch of different prices we have leveled the playing field so that even someone that has enough money to just buy a CD and T-Shirt for $19.99 has just as much of a chance to get something signed or personal from the band as anyone else. Each bundle that is purchased will come with a surprise Gift With Purchase.

What you get is what you get.

JUST A FEW OF THE ITEMS THAT YOU MIGHT GET IN YOUR BOX.
LIFE TIME TICKETS TO ANY BLINK-182 HEADLINE SHOW. TWO TICKETS TO EACH SHOW ONLY. NON TRANSFERBLE
SIGNED MARK HOPPUS BASS
MARK HOPPUS OCTOPUS SHIRT
MARK HOPPUS OCTOPUS CREWNECK SWEATSHIRT
SIGNED TRAVIS BARKER BROKEN CYMBAL
SIGNED TOM DELONGE GUITAR.
TOM DELONGE'S SIGNED STINKY MACBETH SHOES WORN ON STAGE.
USED DRUM STICKS
USED GUITAR PICKS
SIGNED AND NUMBERED CD BOOKLET COVER (182 AVAILABLE)
NUMBERED SCREEN PRINTED POSTER OF THE NEIGHBORHOODS COVER. (182 AVAILABLE)
SIGNED 1.5 FT WHITE BLINK-182 BUNNY
HAND PAINTED 1.5FT BUNNY BY MUNK ONE
HAND PAINTED 1.5FT BUNNY BY JORDAN BUCKLEY
2009 TOUR 3 INCH BUNNY
SERIES #2 GLOW IN THE DARK BUNNY
ADDITIONAL T-SHIRT
ADDITIONAL SWEATSHIRT
STICKERS AND KEYCHAINS.
OLD TOUR LAMINATES
SETLIST USED ON THE 2011 HONDA CIVIC TOUR
LEFT OVER GRANOLA BARS FROM THE BANDS DRESSING ROOM.

Track List:

1. Ghost On The Dance Floor
2. Natives
3. Up All Night
4. After Midnight
5. Snake Charmer
6. Heart’s All Gone – Interlude
7. Heart’s All Gone
8. Wishing Well
9. Kaleidoscope
10. This is Home

Deluxe Edition:

11. MH 4.18.2011
12. Love Is Dangerous
13. Fighting The Gravity
14. Even If She Falls

Video:

Up All Night

Up All Night (Fan Video Edit)

News & Reviews:

"As people and performers, we definitely still have some stuff we need to work out, and we need to grow up with,"... "[The album] is lyrically pretty heavy in a lot of places. Maybe that's where we are in our heads. We've gone through a lot of stuff over the past few years. We're in a better place because of it all-but we've gone through some shit."

Billboard cover story

“I was thinking we had so much to prove,” he said. But seeing Blink-182 through younger people’s eyes helped. “I feel totally different now,” he said. “I’m much more accepting of what it is, I don’t want to change it as much as it did.” ... “if you can prove you have the staying power, people just surrender.”

New York Times Article

Neighborhoods is a deep, dark, downright auto-biographical effort, and when Hoppus sings "Hold on, the worst is yet to come" (on the bopping "MH 4.18.2011"), you don't really believe him. The worst is over. It's all good from here on out.

James Montgomery @ mtv.com

Whether it was “the right way” or not, all of the days that we have waited for Neighborhoods have been well worth it. It’s been seven years and 10 months since Blink-182 released its self-titled record. If every nearly eight-year absence will spawn a great record like Neighborhoods, I think it’s safe to say that I’d be willing to encounter the wait again.

Thomas Nassiff @ absolutepunk.net

Neighborhoods is simply full of new surprises. It’s amazing to hear how much this band has grown, not only with the change of their sound, but in the way that their lyrics have improved and matured as well. Each musician’s sound is so crystal clear that it’s nearly impossible not to recognize how much work was put into Neighborhoods’ production. Whether you’re a fan of Barker’s drums, DeLonge’s guitar or Hoppus’ vocals, this album is a must for Blink fans of all kinds.

Rita Heidtman @ bsides.myx.tv

If you want to listen to a fresh pop-punk record from a band that helped build the foundations of modern pop-punk music as we know it, then Neighbourhoods is well worth a listen. But please, don’t go expecting lyrics such as “took a shit in the bathroom tub” as you will be disappointed. Blink 182 has evolved, and this album is a start of a new era for them, I hope they can keep making records that shows this much promise and talent.

altsounds.com

Tour Dates:

SEP 20 VERIZON WIRELESS AMPHITHEATER
CHARLOTTE, NC

SEP 21 LAKEWOOD AMPHITHEATRE
ATLANTA, GA

SEP 23 CRUZAN AMPHITHEATER
WEST PALM BEACH, FL

SEP 24 1 800 ASK GARY AMPHITHEATRE
TAMPA, FL

SEP 26 CYNTHIA WOODS MITCHELL PAVILION
HOUSTON, TX

SEP 27 GEXA ENERGY PAVILION
DALLAS, TX

SEP 29 JOURNAL PAVILLION
ALBUQUERQUE, NM

SEP 30 TEMPE BEACH PARK
TEMPE, AZ, UNITED STATES

OCT 1 HONDA CENTER
ANAHEIM, CA

OCT 2 SLEEP TRAIN AMPHITHEATRE
SACRAMENTO, CA

OCT 5 SHORELINE AMPHITHEATRE
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA

OCT 6 CRICKET WIRELESS AMPHITHEATRE
SAN DIEGO, CA

OCT 7 RED ROCKS CASINO RESORT & SPA
LAS VEGAS, NV

OCT 8 HOLLYWOOD BOWL
LOS ANGELES, CA

OCT 29 VOODOO MUSIC EXPERIENCE
NEW ORLEANS, LA

JUN 29 PRAGUE CITY FESTIVAL
PRAGUE, CZ

JUL 3 MEDIOLANUM FORUM
MILAN, IT

I'm really glad to see these guys back together and continuing to make music. The album is just as strong as their last album (the self titled album from 7 years ago), but it's also considerably stronger. Definitely going to be in the top ten of releases this year.

 

[AgentOtaku]

I bailed on them after Take off your pants and Jacket. I had been listening since Buddha/Chesire Cat. They were a big part of my middle/high school years.

Grew out of them and got turned off by all the side stuff they did over the years.

Still, really curious to see how they grown. Sounds like they wanna distance themselves from the "wee-wee" stuff.

Lookin' forward to next week. Is there no place to stream this until then? (legitimately of course)

 

[wenis]

Not that I know of currently, but the thread will be updated when and if such a thing pops up.

 

[RoboPlato]

I preordered the deluxe edition with the hoodie. I'm kind of hoping I get one of the hilariously shitty "secret prizes" since those will be far more abundant than the legitimately awesome ones.

 

[wenis]

I preordered the deluxe edition with the hoodie. I'm kind of hoping I get one of the hilariously shitty "secret prizes" since those will be far more abundant than the legitimately awesome ones.

I had no idea that was even going on...updated the OP with it and will probably pre-order now instead of just waiting for the street date. That's pretty rad.

 

[Ixion]

I've listened to it twice, and while it's a solid, enjoyable album, it doesn't really click with me. I'll listen to it again and try to post something more in detail.

 

[daffy]

Anyone hear the deluxe tracks? Good?

 

[wenis]

Anyone hear the deluxe tracks? Good?

Yeah they are really good.

 

[gimmmick]

Anyone hear the deluxe tracks? Good?

The leak s rhe delux version, and yeah all tracks sound great.

 

[btkadams]

the album definitely seems really well-rounded but it hasn't clicked with me yet. the production on tom's vocals reaaaaally bugs me but maybe this album will grow on me. i can definitely see how people would really enjoy it but i guess it's just not for me at this point.

 

[dralla]

Anyone hear the deluxe tracks? Good?

some of the best songs on the album

 

[Nelo Ice]

damn im actually tempted to preorder the deluxe edition.

 

[scoobs]

preordered the deluxe, when i get tom's guitar I'll post pics guys... lol.

 

[Agent Cooper]

I would like some granola bars.

 

[scoobs]

If I get the lifetime tickets I will literally go to half the shows on their next tour... road trips rule.

 

[daffy]

thanks everyone! I will get the deluxe then.

 

[scoobs]

deluxe is definitely the only way to go, you'd be missing out on some of the best songs on the album.

 

[coldvein]

damn right wenis, i'm on this. DELUXE FOR ME. shirts are ugly but i'll still wear one.

 

[CrocMother]

How you guys can possibly still like these washed-up douchebags is beyond me

 

[Recon]

How you guys can possibly still like these washed-up douchebags is beyond me

Yeah, your post is intelligent and well thought out. Thanks for sharing.

 

[coldvein]

How you guys can possibly still like these washed-up douchebags is beyond me

i'm a washed up douchebag myself, so it works perfectly.

 

[TheAtomicPile]

How you guys can possibly still like these washed-up douchebags is beyond me

Wow, what a coincidence; everything I like is of the highest objective quality, too!

We should hang out some time and laugh at these plebes and their poor taste.

 

[coldvein]

HOME. SHOW. MOM WONT KNOW

ps: the only tracks i've heard have been on youtube. there are several.

 

[CF_Fighter]

I really liked they're last cd and to hear this one builds on that is good news.

 

[Salsa]

This already makes me not want to listen to it

 

[Recon]

^^ That really makes no sense. If a picture of some clothes and an album makes you not wanna listen, then you werent really on board to begin with.

 

[scoobs]

The fact that a band is trying to sell merchandise makes you not want to listen to the music they make. So I guess you don't listen to music, considering every single band ever on earth does this?

 

[wenis]

This already makes me not want to listen to it

why?

is it the staged models?

 

[scoobs]

he seems like he might just be a hater, or possibly an AvA fan? lol

 

[Seraphis Cain]

Wow, what a coincidence; everything I like is of the highest objective quality, too!

We should hang out some time and laugh at these plebes and their poor taste.

This might be the best post I've ever read. Bravo sir.

 

[crowphoenix]

Used to love Blink to death, but like a lot of people, I grew out of them. Now I find a lot of their older stuff stuff after Dude Rance unlistenable. But I have really enjoyed their new single. I hope the whole album is great.

 

[fierrotlepou]

It's a solid album. Very different to their older stuff, but they haven't brought anything out in eight years, so it's normal. I think they deserve some respect for not releasing a crap album.

And please, you fucking arrogant bastards, if you don't like blink-182 in the first place, fuck outta here.

 

[scoobs]

It's a solid album. Very different to their older stuff, but they haven't brought anything out in eight years, so it's normal. I think they deserve some respect for not releasing a crap album.

And please, you fucking arrogant bastards, if you don't like blink-182 in the first place, fuck outta here.

word. People tend to associate blink with immature crappy punk rock, which it was and I still find it awesome. Its not that now, not at all. I don't even know what genre Blink 182 is in now... maybe you'd call it alternative rock?

 

[cool_dude_2049]

Not digging the Album cover or T-Shirts, but the hoodie does look pretty sweet. I'm curious about if their sound matured or not as well.

 

[Medalion]

I for one applaud that Blink is "growing up", if they made albums like they made in their teens at their age, it is just sad

 

[gimmmick]

word. People tend to associate blink with immature crappy punk rock, which it was and I still find it awesome. Its not that now, not at all. I don't even know what genre Blink 182 is in now... maybe you'd call it alternative rock?

Whatever S/T and all of AvA's albums were under, the same would hoid up with this album.

 

[Desiato]

Not digging the single. I'll check out the rest of the album though, kinda curious.

 

[Stumpokapow]

^^ That really makes no sense. If a picture of some clothes and an album makes you not wanna listen, then you werent really on board to begin with.

the woman's makeup is really really terrible.

 

[scoobs]

the woman's makeup is really really terrible.

oh wow you are right, she looks like a clown. Yikes

 

[EviLore]

Sound the Dreweyes alarm, these guys need assistance ;b

 

[scoobs]

I'm digging her arm sleeve tattoo though.. don't see many attractive girls rockin' one of those

 

[Souldriver]

This already makes me not want to listen to it

The moment I saw those pics in the OP, I knew someone would post this.

Don't you realize how petty you sound. I mean, just let it sink in for a little. You just said you don't want to listen to a cd because you don't like the promotional t-shirts (or the people wearing them). Just...uh, fucking horrendous attitude, and it's commonplace.

 

[eXistor]

I for one applaud that Blink is "growing up", if they made albums like they made in their teens at their age, it is just sad

NoFX seems to be doing fine.

 

[Medalion]

NoFX seems to be doing fine.

NoFX are touring with Lady Gaga I hear

 

[Stabby McSter]

This thread made me look for Blink's self-titled album. I totally forgot Robert Smith was on a track. D:

 

[scoobs]

This thread made me look for Blink's self-titled album. I totally forgot Robert Smith was on a track. D:

All of This is an awesome song, crazy that they got him to do that

 

[ToyMachine228]

I've made it through 10 of 14 tracks so far and I find it to be complete and utter garbage. I was "into" Blink when I was like 13/14 years old, but lost interest in them after that quite a bit. I still pop in Dude Ranch or Cheshire Cat once in a while for nostalgia. But this is...Fucking awful. Not only do I not like the "new sound" but it's poorly produced all around. Some of the sections don't fit or flow into each other at all. And Tom's voice has not aged well at all.

 

[jonnybryce]

I just saw them a few nights ago in Camden. The show was really awesome although it felt super short. Travis' drum solo in the air stole the night.

 

[bluehat9]

I just saw them a few nights ago in Camden. The show was really awesome although it felt super short. Travis' drum solo in the air stole the night.

My sister was there, lol.

Deluxe version isn't some online exclusive thing, right? Want to cash in some Best Buy certificates for it. New Wilco the same day is nice too.

 

[Erekiddo]

I've been a fan of Blink 182 for a long time, and even I'm not liking this album. Does it sound good? Sure. Is it typical Blink 182? No.

Look back at the previous Blink 182 albums as a whole. Usually a good mix of Tom and Mark tracks. Tom track. Mark track. Tom and Mark track. Two Tom tracks. Two Mark tracks. Etc. It was a nice balance.

I noticed with the Self Titled album in 2003, it has a majority of tracks with Tom singing. It's the same with this one, if not worse. It sounds like Angels and Airwaves, and it feels Tom is monopolizing the tracks.

Just my 2cents. Take it for what it is.