History of Mark Hoppus in Timeline
Mark Allan Hoppus is an American musician widely recognized as the bassist and co-lead vocalist for the renowned rock band Blink-182. Notably, he holds the distinction of being the sole member to have contributed to every album released by the band.
March 15, 1972: Mark Hoppus's Birth
Mark Allan Hoppus was born on March 15, 1972. This event marks the beginning of his life.
1988: Early Musical Influences and Performances
Mark Hoppus's interest in music, particularly punk rock and bands like The Cure and The Smiths, started to grow in 1988. He was in a band called Pier 69 that mostly played The Cure covers and recorded a live demo with a band called The Attic Children, also covering The Cure.
1989: Completion of High School at Burroughs High School
Hoppus graduated from Burroughs High School in 1989, marking the end of his high school education.
1990: Formation of the Band "of All Things"
After graduating high school, Hoppus started a band called "of All Things" in 1990. The band played mostly covers of bands like Descendents and Social Distortion and also wrote their own original punk songs.
August 1992: Meeting Tom DeLonge and Early Days of Blink-182
In August of 1992, Hoppus was introduced to Tom DeLonge through his sister, Anne. This pivotal meeting marked the beginning of their musical partnership and the formation of the band that would become Blink-182.
1992: Move to San Diego and Formation of Blink-182
In 1992, Mark Hoppus moved to San Diego to attend college. After meeting Tom DeLonge, through his sister, they formed the band Blink-182 with drummer Scott Raynor.
1993: Early Blink-182 Demos and Performances
Over the course of 1993, Blink (later to be renamed Blink-182) recorded three demo tapes and began performing their energetic live shows at the all-ages venue SOMA in San Diego. Their performances attracted the attention of Cargo Music, an independent record label, who signed them on a trial basis. Notably, Hoppus was the only member to officially sign the contract at the time.
1994: Scott Raynor Stays with Hoppus
Scott Raynor, the drummer for Blink, stayed with Hoppus in the summer of 1994 after Raynor's parents moved to Reno, Nevada. During this time, the band continued working on their music.
1995: Release of "Cheshire Cat" and First National Tour
Blink released their debut album, "Cheshire Cat," in 1995. The album became popular within the skate punk scene. They embarked on their first national tour, expanding their fanbase to the East Coast.
1996: Signing with MCA Records and Preparation for "Dude Ranch"
Blink-182 signed a recording contract with MCA Records in 1996. MCA would be responsible for co-distributing the band's upcoming second album, "Dude Ranch."
1997: Release of "Dude Ranch" and "Dammit" Success
Blink-182 released their second album, "Dude Ranch," in 1997. The album featured the hit single "Dammit," written by Hoppus, which gained significant nationwide popularity.
1998: Blink-182 Fires Scott Raynor and Recruits Travis Barker
In the summer of 1998, Blink-182's drummer Scott Raynor was fired under unclear circumstances. He was replaced by Travis Barker, who would play on their breakthrough album "Enema of the State."
August 1999: Mark Hoppus Meets Skye Everly
Mark Hoppus first met Skye Everly in August 1999, during a rehearsal for the "All the Small Things" music video.
1999: Release of "Enema of the State" and Breakthrough
Blink-182 achieved mainstream success with the release of their album "Enema of the State" in 1999. The album's popularity propelled them to multi-platinum status.
1999: Film Debut in "American Pie" and Other Appearances
Mark Hoppus, along with blink-182, made his film debut in the popular teen comedy "American Pie." In the same year, he appeared in the CBS television movie "Shake, Rattle and Roll: An American Love Story," singing a cover of Jan and Dean's "Dead Man's Curve" with Tom DeLonge. He also co-hosted the MTV show "You Idiot!" with DeLonge in 1999. The band also appeared on the TV show "Two Guys and a Girl."
December 2, 2000: Mark Hoppus Marries Skye Everly
Mark Hoppus married Skye Everly on December 2, 2000.
2000: Mark Hoppus's Religious Beliefs
A 2000 profile in Rolling Stone magazine mentioned Mark Hoppus's practice of nightly prayer.
2000: Blink-182's Support for Japan Relief Efforts
Following the devastating earthquake and tsunami in Tōhoku, Japan, in 2011, Mark Hoppus and blink-182 stepped up to support relief efforts. They decided to auction off various items on eBay, with proceeds benefiting the American Red Cross. The auction included memorabilia like the original lyric sheet for "The Rock Show" and a dressing room sign from the 2000 VMAs.
2000: Debut of the Fender Mark Hoppus Signature Jazz Bass
In 2000, Mark Hoppus debuted his signature bass guitar, the Fender Mark Hoppus Signature Jazz Bass, combining design elements from his preferred Fender models.
2000: Mark Hoppus Gets Married
In 2000, Mark Hoppus married his wife, Skye Everly, shortly before Blink-182 began recording their highly anticipated album "Take Off Your Pants and Jacket."
2000: DeLonge Recalls Meeting Hoppus
In 2000, Tom DeLonge reflected on his first encounter with Mark Hoppus, describing their early days as a time of carefree fun and shared rebellious activities.
2001: Release of "Take Off Your Pants and Jacket"
Blink-182 released their fourth album, "Take Off Your Pants and Jacket," in 2001. This followed the band's massive success with "Enema of the State."
2002: Guest Appearances on "Haunted" and "MADtv"
In 2002, Mark Hoppus appeared as a guest actor on an episode of the television show "Haunted." Blink-182 also made a guest appearance on "MADtv."
2002: Birth of Mark Hoppus's Son, Jack
Mark Hoppus and his wife, Skye Everly, welcomed their son, Jack, in 2002.
2003: Release of Blink-182's Untitled Fifth Album
In 2003, Blink-182 released their fifth studio album, which was untitled. This album marked a departure from their earlier style, incorporating more experimental elements.
2003: Blink-182's Untitled Album
In 2003, Blink-182, with all members now fathers, released their fifth studio album, a self-titled project that marked a darker and more experimental sound for the band.
2003: Blink-182 Appears in "The Simpsons"
In 2003, blink-182 made a cameo appearance in an episode of the animated sitcom "The Simpsons" titled "Barting Over."
2004: Hoppus' Songwriting Process
Hoppus shared insights into his songwriting approach in 2004, emphasizing his self-taught guitar skills and a learn-by-doing philosophy.
2004: Mark Hoppus Expresses Libertarian Views
In 2004, Mark Hoppus revealed his political stance, aligning himself with the Libertarian Party, emphasizing personal freedom and limited government intervention.
2004: Mark Hoppus Shares Anecdote About Meeting His Wife
In a 2004 interview, Mark Hoppus shared a story about how his bandmate Tom DeLonge's initial attempts to set him up with Skye Everly were met with resistance.
2004: Tensions Rise in Blink-182
Throughout 2004, unresolved tensions from the making of their self-titled album resurfaced, leading to arguments about the band's future and creative direction.
February 2005: Breakup of Blink-182
Blink-182 disbanded in February 2005, leaving Hoppus with a sense of loss and prompting him to explore new creative avenues.
June 2005: Mark Hoppus Contributes to Risen Magazine
Mark Hoppus penned columns for two issues of Risen Magazine in March/April and May/June 2005, sharing his thoughts and experiences.
October 2005: Formation of +44
Following the disbandment of Blink-182, Hoppus and Barker established a studio named Opra Music and formed the band +44, delving into a darker, electronic sound.
2005: Mark Hoppus Discusses His Perspective on Religion
In 2005, Mark Hoppus shared his views on religion, expressing an open-minded perspective that questioned the definitiveness of any single belief system.
2005: First Split of Blink-182 and Formation of +44
Internal conflicts led to the first break-up of Blink-182 in 2005. Following the split, Hoppus formed the band +44 with Travis Barker.
2005: Start of First Podcast
Mark Hoppus began hosting a weekly podcast in 2005.
2006: Fender Updates the Mark Hoppus Signature Jazz Bass
In 2006, Fender revised the Mark Hoppus Signature Jazz Bass model, making changes to the pickup's pole pieces to achieve a fuller sound.
2006: +44 Releases "When Your Heart Stops Beating"
In 2006, Hoppus and Barker, as +44, released their debut album, "When Your Heart Stops Beating." Despite their efforts, the album received mixed reviews and underwhelming sales.
August 2008: Death of Jerry Finn
The death of close friend and long-time producer Jerry Finn in August 2008 had a profound effect on Hoppus.
February 2009: Blink-182 Reunites
In a turn of events, Blink-182 announced their official reunion in February 2009. After experiencing personal tragedies, the band members reconciled, putting aside past differences to focus on their shared history.
2009: Reunion of Blink-182
Blink-182 reunited in 2009 after a four-year hiatus. They have continued to record new music and tour internationally ever since.
2009: Involvement in Punk Documentary "One Nine Nine Four"
Mark Hoppus was confirmed to be a part of "One Nine Nine Four," a documentary exploring modern punk music, initially slated for a 2009 release.
June 22, 2010: Mark Hoppus to Host "A Different Spin with Mark Hoppus" on Fuse
On June 22, 2010, Fuse announced Mark Hoppus as the host of his own weekly television series, "A Different Spin with Mark Hoppus." The show aimed to showcase Hoppus's passion for music.
September 16, 2010: Premiere of "A Different Spin with Mark Hoppus"
Mark Hoppus's music-centric show, "A Different Spin with Mark Hoppus," premiered on Fuse on September 16, 2010, featuring music news, discussions, and performances.
2010: Supporting Independent Musicians at the Independent Music Awards
Demonstrating his commitment to supporting emerging artists, Mark Hoppus joined the judging panel for the 9th annual Independent Music Awards in 2010.
2010: Start of "Hoppus on Music" Talk Show
Mark Hoppus began hosting his own television talk show, "Hoppus on Music," on Fuse in 2010.
March 2011: "A Different Spin with Mark Hoppus" Returns for Season Two as "Hoppus on Music"
The show returned in March 2011 for its second season with a new title, "Hoppus on Music."
2011: Blink-182 Releases "Neighborhoods"
Blink-182 marked their return with the release of "Neighborhoods" in 2011. Despite a strong debut, the album did not meet the commercial expectations of their label.
2011: Relocation to London
Mark Hoppus and his family moved to London's Mayfair area in 2011 while Blink-182 was working on their album, "Neighborhoods."
2011: Appearance in the Documentary "The Other F Word"
Mark Hoppus was featured in the 2011 documentary film "The Other F Word."
2012: Blink-182 Goes Independent
Following their departure from Interscope Records, Blink-182 embraced independence, releasing their subsequent EP, "Dogs Eating Dogs," without label support.
2012: "HiMyNameIsMark" Transforms into a Clothing Brand
In 2012, "HiMyNameIsMark" expanded beyond the podcasting realm, establishing itself as a clothing company offering apparel and accessories featuring an octopus logo.
2012: Launch of Clothing Line "Hi My Name is Mark"
In 2012, Hoppus ventured into fashion by launching his own clothing line called "Hi My Name is Mark."
2012: Panelist on "Never Mind the Buzzcocks"
Mark Hoppus appeared as a panelist on the comedy show "Never Mind the Buzzcocks" in 2012.
February 2013: Blink-182 Tours Australia without Barker
In February 2013, Blink-182 toured Australia, with Brooks Wackerman filling in for Travis Barker, who opted out due to his fear of flying.
July 2013: Hoppus Launches Clothing Line
Expanding into fashion, Hoppus introduced his own clothing line, Hi My Name is Mark, in July 2013.
August 2013: Hoppus Announces Side Project with Chris Holmes
In August 2013, Hoppus revealed his collaboration with Chris Holmes, with whom he had been working on new music, hinting at an electronic and guitar-driven sound.
September 2013: Blink-182 Begins Writing Seventh Album
During their US tour in September 2013, Blink-182 started working on material for their seventh studio album.
April 25, 2014: Hoppus Announces New Band Name
Hoppus took to Twitter on April 25, 2014, to announce the name of his project with Chris Holmes: Nothing and Nobody.
2014: Move to Beverly Hills
In 2014, Hoppus and his family left London and settled in Beverly Hills, California.
2014: Return of the "HiMyNameIsMark" Podcast
Mark Hoppus's podcast, "HiMyNameIsMark," made a comeback in late 2014 after a hiatus.
2015: Hoppus DJs at Emo Nite
From 2015 to 2017, Hoppus showcased his love for emo music by performing DJ sets at Emo Nite events in Los Angeles.
2015: Mark Hoppus Switches to Fender Jaguar Basses
In 2015, Mark Hoppus transitioned to using Fender Jaguar Basses, maintaining a similar configuration to his 2006 signature model.
2015: Return of Podcast
Mark Hoppus brought back his podcast in 2015 after a nine-year hiatus.
2015: Blink-182 Performs with Matt Skiba
Mark Hoppus performed as Blink-182 without Tom DeLonge for the first time, with Alkaline Trio's Matt Skiba filling in, for three shows in California.
2016: Release of "California"
Blink-182, now with Matt Skiba as a full-time member, released the album "California" in 2016.
2016: Mark Hoppus Adopts Kemper Profiler Amps for Concerts
In 2016, Mark Hoppus started using Kemper Profiler amps for his live performances.
2017: Hoppus Continues Emo Nite Appearances
Hoppus continued to make appearances as a DJ at Emo Nite events in Los Angeles.
January 24, 2019: Hoppus Announces Simple Creatures
Hoppus announced a new musical endeavor, Simple Creatures, with Alex Gaskarth of All Time Low on January 24, 2019.
March 29, 2019: Simple Creatures Releases "Strange Love" EP
Simple Creatures debuted their first EP, "Strange Love," on March 29, 2019, showcasing their collaborative sound.
October 11, 2019: Simple Creatures Releases "Everything Opposite" EP
Simple Creatures released their second EP, "Everything Opposite," on October 11, 2019.
2019: Release of "Nine"
Blink-182 released their second album with Matt Skiba, "Nine," in 2019.
2019: Formation of Simple Creatures
Hoppus formed the pop rock duo Simple Creatures in 2019.
August 18, 2020: Launch of "After School Radio" Podcast on Apple Music
Mark Hoppus launched his podcast "After School Radio" on Apple Music on August 18, 2020, delving into the world of alternative music, artists, and culture.
2020: End of Simple Creatures
The pop rock duo Simple Creatures, of which Hoppus was a member, disbanded in 2020.
June 23, 2021: Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
Hoppus revealed on June 23, 2021 that he was being treated for cancer, specifically stage 4 diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, which he accidentally shared via his Instagram story.
August 3, 2021: Reunion with Tom DeLonge on "After School Radio"
A notable episode of "After School Radio" aired on August 3, 2021, featuring a reunion between Mark Hoppus and his former bandmate, Tom DeLonge, titled "The Mark and Tom Show."
2021: Dietary Change
After being vegan for many years, Hoppus resumed eating meat in 2021 on his doctor's advice following his cancer diagnosis.
2021: Hoppus' Bass Preferences
During a 2021 Twitch livestream, Hoppus revealed he had moved away from using his Music Man StingRay bass, finding the sound too "clanky" for his taste.
2022: Release of the Signature Jaguar Bass
In 2022, Mark Hoppus collaborated with Fender to launch a new signature Jaguar Bass, available exclusively on his website, Hi My Name Is Mark.
2022: Tom DeLonge Returns to Blink-182
Tom DeLonge rejoined Blink-182 in 2022.
