

*Acting tour members Arion Salazar is supposedly still an official member of the band.

The band signed to Elektra Entertainment in June 1996, citing artistic freedom as their choice of the label. After having already established themselves as a local act, Third Eye Blind opened for Oasis in 1996 to a hugely positive reception, attracting attention from major record companies.

Fortuitous circumstances brought Jenkins in contact with other musicians, and a band lineup slowly began to form with several demonstration recordings made. In the early 1990s, Jenkins was involved in a group called Puck & Natty and a number of other San Francisco music ventures. 14, 1970, Oakland, Calif.), lead guitar and background vocals until 2000.Ī: Third Eye Blind formed as the brainchild of Stephan Jenkins.the group's lead singer, primary songwriter, producer, and periodic musician who was intrigued by the prospect of being a "storyteller" using music as a medium years ago. 9, 1970, Oakland, Calif.), bass, guitar, and background vocals until 2006 April 2, 1969, Santa Monica, Calif.), lead guitar and background vocals. 27, 1964, Oakland, Calif.), vocals and guitar July 30, 1971, Marin County, Calif.), drums and percussion. General QuestionsĪ: Third Eye Blind are a great rock and roll band hailing from San Francisco, California. Note: This FAQ was written in 2003-09, and is subject to the circumstances and limited knowledge of that time.
