If you are laid back and love being at the beach, then you should try listening to the band, Sublime. Sublime is a ska punk and reggae rock band from California. Their band consists of 3 laid back, down to earth guys. Bradley Nowell, the voice of the crew, Eric Wilson, the bass, and Bud Gaugh, the drummer. Their band is so different and original, it’s impossible not to love them.
Sublime has released so many creative songs such as “Santeria”, “Wrong Way”, and “April 29, 1992”. Many people, even if they don’t listen to Sublime, have still heard these songs and love them. One of my personal favorites is “Scarlet Begonias” where Nowell describes a beautiful, blues loving girl he met in California. Sublime’s most popular song, “What I Got”, will have everyone singing along with the radio.
Unlike some bands, Sublime actually had a mascot. Their mascot was their Dalmatian, Lou Dog, who Bradley rescued and adopted.
Louie has been known to walk around on stage during shows. Another popular figure for their band is the Sun. No one truly knows the meaning of the Sun, and whether or not it actually has a meaning.
Their band worked so hard to get people to listen to them. Originally, no music venues would allow them to play early in their career because they were skeptical. Sublime then renamed themselves to “Skunk Records” to sound more professional. Music venues then started letting them play. They started going to small clubs and parties to play throughout southern California. After doing all of these shows, they recorded some songs and made a few short demos. All of their hard work finally paid off.
Unfortunately, on May 25, 1996, Bradley Nowell died of an overdose just before they released their album, “Killin’ It”. Their songs still live on, making you feel you are at the beach when you listen to them. Their vibes continue to be a big hit and have a special place in my heart.
Work Cited
Sublime, Long Beach California. Sublime. Sublime, 2016. n.d. 4 February 2016
