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Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin

Travis Barker

Feb 14, 2024
Travis Barker, the renowned drummer from Blink-182, shares captivating insights from his multifaceted career. He reflects on his early musical influences, blending genres from jazz to rock. The discussion travels through punk's evolution, highlighting struggles with addiction and a life-changing plane crash. Barker also opens up about overcoming anxiety through breathwork and the significance of resilience, especially during the pandemic. His journey reveals how music and collaboration have shaped him as both an artist and a person.
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  • Travis Barker's fear of flying and addiction affected the band's ability to tour and record.
  • Matt Skiba joined Blink-182 as a replacement for Tom DeLonge after successful live performances.

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Joining the Band

Travis Barker joined Blink-182 after playing shows with them when their drummer couldn't perform. He played on albums such as 'Enema of the State' and 'Take Off Your Pants and Jacket' and the band saw increasing success.

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