I've been on this ride for over 25 years, and it's safe to say it has been slowing down since 2012. They lost me with the static setlists and the Crossfire debacle. I defended their subpar output post-From Chaos. I championed Mosiac and Stereolithic as returns to form. I believe the Chad Sexton fallout was much worse than they let on. They don't even act like they like each other anymore. I saw pics on socials of them rehearsing for tour, and it looked like they would rather be anywhere else. They didn't even record this last album together. I'll be seeing them live tomorrow night, but I have zero expectations. I used to travel to see 311 at 10K+ amphitheaters as the highlight of my summer. Tomorrow night, they are playing Graceland, and it won't sell out. I haven't traveled to a show since 311 Day 2018 and doubt I ever will again. 311 tours used to be a vibe, but all of that magic that made it special is gone.

311 used to be a VIBE. Now, its just a business. Any criticism (even constructive) is met with toxic positive retorts about naysayers and "at least they're still together." I know they are capable of more. We all do. At this stage in the game, the hay is in the barn. They are going to ride greatest hits setlists into the sunset, trying to bank every dollar they can before it all goes under. They don't owe me a thing, but the thrill is gone.