Travis Barker’s Biography

Travis Barker 
 
Not everyone who holds drumsticks can claim to play the instrument as well as Travis Barker! He is the flawless drummer of the age who revived the prominence of drumming music and was dubbed “Punk’s first superstar drummer” by Rolling Stone magazine. Barker, a gifted boy, has been playing the drums since he was four years old. He only improved and perfected his craft over time, catching up to the best drummers in the world. Barker’s first performance as a drummer was with the school band Feeble. He began to consider new possibilities once Feeble split. He eventually managed to secure a spot in The Aquabats.
 
When he was accidentally added to the band Blink-182 as a replacement for Rayne, his career took a significant shift and he was quickly hired by the group. Record after record saw the band’s fame soar as their songs rose to the top of the charts. In addition to his involvement with the band, Barker has performed and collaborated frequently with hip-hop musicians, the alternative rock band +44, the rap rock band “The Transplants,” and the alternative rock band “Box Car Racer.” He even released a solo album in 2011 under the name “Give the Drummer Some.” He not only plays the drums but also has a record business and a clothing line.
 
Early Childhood & Life
 
Randy and Gloria Barker welcomed Travis into the world in Fontana, California, on November 14, 1975. His mother babysat while his father worked as a mechanic.
 
When he was four years old, Barker the young got his hands on the drumsticks. Soon after, Thomas Hogan, a drummer, taught him the basics of drumming and introduced him to various rhythms and styles.
 
Aside from music, he was also into skating and surfing. He continued to master himself in the drums since, deep down, he felt unity with his soul while doing so.
 
He received a foundational education in the classroom at Fontana High School. He joined the marching band at his school, where he was introduced to local contests and festivals. He went on tour with his first band, Feeble, during his last year of school.
 
Career
 
After completing high school, Travis Barker worked as a trash collector until he was offered a short-term spot in the punk band The Aquabats in 1994. He was eventually hired full-time by the band.
 
He collaborated with The Aquabats to record their debut album, “The Fury of the Aquabats!” in 1997. He acquired the moniker Baron Von Tito while he was a member of the band.
 
In 1998, he had his big break when he was asked to stand in on drums for the punk rock band Blink-182. He showed off his extraordinary skills at playing the drums when he learnt the drum tracks for 20 songs in just 45 minutes and played them all perfectly and with grace.
 
Conflicts between DeLonge and Hoppus and the group’s former drummer Scott Raynor were advantageous for Barker because Raynor was easily replaced by Barker. DeLonge and Hoppus put a lot of effort into improving their music to match the quality of their new drummer, and Blink-182 experienced a new high as a result.
 
He continued to perform for Blink-182 all through 1998. He also filled in for Josh Freese for the band The Vandals towards the conclusion of the year.
 
After receiving their first professional recording budget from MCA, Blink-182 went down for numerous sessions to finish writing and recording the song demos. In January 1999, he recorded the drum recordings at Chick Corea’s Mad Hatter Studios.
 
The trio published the album “Enema of the State” in June 1999 with Jerry Finn’s support, who helped improve the recordings and quality. The band became instantly famous after the record, which became an instant hit.
 
Three of the album’s singles—”What’s My Age Again?,” “All The Small Things,” and “Adam’s Song”—were huge hits. All The Small Things reached its highest position on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart at number 6, becoming a number one hit on the Modern Rock Tracks.
 
In the fall of 1999, the band embarked on its first tour following the album’s massive success. The group appeared as a special guest in the film “American Pie” that same year.
 
He was able to afford an opulent way of life for himself thanks to his newly discovered stardom and wealth. In addition to playing for the band, he also established a Guitar Center drum clinic, created a retail store, and started teaching drums.
 
During their international tours, the band played to standing-room-only crowds and sold-out venues due to their soaring popularity. The three made waves in the rock music industry as a unit.
 
After ‘Enema of the State’s’ overwhelming popularity, Blink-182’s following album, ‘Take Off Your Pants and Jacket,’ was released in 2001. Similar to its predecessor, the band experienced instant success and made its Billboard 200 debut at the top spot. The record became triple platinum in just three weeks.
 
Then he collaborated with DeLonge, who was engaged in a solo endeavor independent of Blink-182. The outcome was the song Box Car Racer, which became a huge hit. Hoppus and DeLonge were tense over it. Hoppus, who was excluded from the initiative, felt deceived.
 
In addition to his work with Blink-182, he also produced music for the rap/rock group Transplants. He also played in one of Puff Daddy’s videos, “Bad Boy for Life,” and contributed to Dave Carlock’s band, The Distillers.
 
“Feeling This” and “I Miss You,” two of the album’s hits, peaked high on the Billboard list. Although the band received favorable reviews for their work, several fans were disappointed with their poise.
 
The band Blink-182 officially disbanded in 2005, announcing a “indefinite sabbatical.” After the band struggled to make any decisions regarding their future or recording sessions, this occurred.
 
He contributed to the Transplants’ latest album, “Haunted Cities,” which was released after the band disbanded. Later, he worked with Hoppus to create the music for their brand-new band, “+44.” In February 2006, the pair eventually purchased their recording facility, Opra Music, and got to work.
 
The band “+44” issued its first record, “When Your Heart Stops Beating.” The album had a passable level of both critical and financial success. He developed a painkiller addiction in the meantime, which had a negative impact on his personal life.
Barker’s life was tragically cut short in September 2008 when he barely escaped a plane tragedy. In November 2008, after several weeks of therapy and operations, he was once again playing the drums.
 
However, the unfortunate incident had a silver lining since DeLonge, Hoppus, and Barker were able to put their disagreements aside and get back together. For the first time, Blink-182 made a comeback at the 2009 Grammy Awards.
 
The reunited band released their sixth studio album, “Neighborhoods,” in 2011. The new album’s fate was similar to those of its predecessors, as it got positive reviews from critics and consumers alike and reached at number two on the Billboard 200 lists.
 
In the same year, he also released his eagerly anticipated and rescheduled solo debut, “Give the Drummer Some.” Along with his solo endeavors and his involvement with Blink-182, he has also worked with a number of other musicians and bands.
 
Aside from his ambitions in music, he also owns the clothing and accessories company Famous Stars and Straps, his own record label, LaSalle Records, and the California restaurant Wahoo’s Fish Taco. He co-owned the apparel labels “Rogue Status” and “DTA” with Rob Dyrdek. Additionally, he is sponsored by Zildjian and has his own line of drumming gear.
 
Personal Legacy & Life
 
Melissa Kennedy and Travis Barker were wed from September 2001 to August 2022. He was married to Shanna Moakler from 2004 to 2008. Alabama Luella and Landon are the names of Barker’s two children. He popped the question to Kourtney Kardashian on October 17, 2021. Travis and Kourtney wed on April 3, 2022, in Las Vegas, following the 64th Grammy Awards. The couple exchanged vows in Santa Barbara, California, on May 15, 2022. On May 22, 2022, in Portofino, Italy, a religious wedding ceremony was held as a result.