Hey all excitable people! Welcome again to our latest edition of the 311 fan spotlight. This week we dive into the tale of Alison Winzenread!
Back in 1990, Alison was listening to a radio station called Pirate Radio, and that is where she discovered the sounds of 311. “From the get go, their sound was what I had to hear!”
It wasn’t until 2006 that Alison was able to see 311 live for the first time. Her first show was at the Greek Theater. She just hit show number 46 when she saw them perform at the Grammy Museum back in August.
As for favorite show or event, she chose the cruise over everything else she’s attended. “I would have to say that being on that ship, surrounded by every single person who loves this band as much as I do was THE BEST thing EVER!!!” She did say that Red, White & Boom was also fantastic, as were the 311 Day shows she’s been to.
Song that means the most to her is “I Told Myself.” One of her favorite lyrics from a 311 song is: “I love it when the only sound I hear is your infectious laughter. I will hear you again in 800 years if I’m still lucky.”
Alison grew up in Southern California and is the middle child out of five. She feels like she has always had a love for music. “I can remember loving Duran Duran so much in the 5th grade. I had their pictures all over my walls! I would watch VH1 with Richard Blade every day at 5:00 pm in the hopes of seeing Duran Duran. I guess I have my oldest brother to thank for introducing me to so many great bands back in the early 80’s.”
Fun fact about Alison is that she’s terrified of sharks…yet she tortures herself by watching every show during Shark Week! Another interesting tidbit about her is that she can make her tongue into the shape of a flower!
Guilty pleasure for Alison? “The Jersey Shore baby!” Some other artists that she enjoys listening to include Chevelle, Incubus, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Iration, Slightly Stoopid and Rebelution.
Alison’s message to 311 is: “Thank you guys so much for your music. Your lyrics have walked this path of life with me, and it has been a beautiful ride. and……. can you please play I Told Myself at 311 Day?!? :)”
Her words to all her fellow 311 fans:
“I feel so lucky that my husband loves this band as much as I do. We have enjoyed so many rad shows together and have met some pretty amazing people because of this band. Its been a complete pleasure to travel the world with these beautiful people who share the same love for these five guys who have changed so many lives.. PLUR<3”
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Thanks for sharing your excellent story Alison! Gratitude as always to the readers each week as well. May you have the best week ever and don’t forget to spread the positive vibes to everyone you meet!
Much Love – The Runt