Mark Allan Hoppus is an American musician, songwriter and producer who is known as the bassist and co-lead vocalist for the rock band Blink-182, the only member to appear on each album. He is also part of the pop rock duo Simple Creatures.
Hoppus in 2023
Hoppus at age 22 in 1994
Hoppus performing in 2009
Hoppus performing with Blink-182 in 2011
Blink-182 is an American rock band formed in Poway, California, in 1992. Their current and best-known line-up consists of bassist and vocalist Mark Hoppus, guitarist and vocalist Tom DeLonge, and drummer Travis Barker. Though their sound has diversified throughout their career, their musical style, described as pop-punk, blends catchy pop melodies with fast-paced punk rock. Their lyrics primarily focus on relationships, adolescent frustration, and maturity—or lack thereof. The group emerged from a suburban, Southern California skate punk scene and first gained notoriety for high-energy live shows and irreverent humour.
Blink-182 in 2023. Left to right: Travis Barker, Tom DeLonge and Mark Hoppus.
Blink at the Gorilla Pit in 1993
Blink-182 performing in 1993
The band became a mainstay at local all-ages venue Soma during their early years.