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How Blink Got Its Start
- Tom DeLonge got expelled, played a battle-of-the-bands and met drummer Scott Raynor which kickstarted the band.
- They made early bedroom demos called Flice Water that attracted local attention and collaborators.
Buddha Cassette Led To Cheshire Cat
- Cargo Records heard the Buddha cassette and signed Blink on a trial basis which led to better studio time.
- The band recorded Cheshire Cat quickly and it began to build a regional following despite limited distribution.
Major Deal, Major Tension
- MCA eventually won the bidding war to sign Blink, offering distribution and recording cash despite fan backlash.
- Scott Raynor objected to signing with a major label and tensions started to form in the band.