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What is Nick Hexum’s Net Worth?
Nick Hexum, an American singer, songwriter, and rapper, boasts a net worth of $15 million. He is widely recognized as the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of 311, the alternative rock band known for hits like “Amber,” featured on the soundtracks of popular films such as “Forgetting Sarah Marshall” and “50 First Dates.”
Early Years
Nicholas Lofton Hexum was born on April 12, 1970, in Madison, Wisconsin, as one of three children to Dr. Terry Hexum, a pharmacology professor at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, and his wife, Pat. He also had a half-brother who succumbed to an opioid addiction.
During his time at West Side High School in Omaha, Nebraska, Hexum participated in the school’s jazz band and played in local bands like The Extras, The Right Profile, and The Eds. At 18, he moved to Los Angeles, California with his band, Unity. After the band disbanded, Hexum relocated to Germany. In 1989, Chad Sexton, a former member of Unity, reached out to invite Hexum to join his band, Fish Hippos, to which Hexum agreed.
From Cassette Tapes to Billboard Charts
Hexum returned to Omaha to help form Fish Hippos, and during a performance, they announced their new name: 311, which references the police code for indecent exposure. The band initially consisted of Hexum on vocals and guitar, Sexton on drums, Jim Watson on lead guitar, and Aaron Wills on bass, later replaced by Tim Mahoney. In 1992, Doug Martinez joined as a turntable artist and vocalist.
Their first release, the 1989 EP “Downstairs,” was recorded in Hexum’s basement using cassettes and was characterized by rough guitar sounds and unpolished distortions. The following year, they created 300 cassettes of their independent album “Dammit!” and later produced the independent release “Unity,” which was distributed on 1,000 CDs and 500 cassettes at local shows.
In 1992, 311 signed with Capricorn Records and launched a successful career that included the release of 13 studio albums, two live albums, four compilation albums, four DVDs, and four EPs.
Their 1993 album “Music” sold over 500,000 copies and was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America, featuring guest vocals from Jamaican Ragamuffin artist Daddy Freddy.
In 1994, “Grassroots,” which also earned a gold certification, reached number 193 on the Billboard 200 chart and number 8 on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart.
The self-titled album released in 1995 went triple-platinum, selling over three million copies, and hit number 12 on the Billboard 200 chart, topping the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart.
1997 saw the release of “Transistor,” a 21-track album that received mixed reviews but still achieved platinum status and reached number 4 on the Billboard 200 chart. The following year, the live album “Live” was released, followed by “Soundsystem” in 1999, which achieved gold and reached number 9 on the Billboard 200 chart. Its single “Come Original” peaked at number 6 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart.
The band left their label before recording the 2001 album “From Chaos” and signed with Volcano Entertainment, a Sony Music division. The album reached number 10 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified gold.
“Evolver” was released in 2003, coinciding with the start of their Unity Tour. Their first compilation album, “Greatest Hits ’93-’03,” launched in 2004, peaked at number 7 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified platinum. In 2005, “Don’t Tread on Me” released and debuted at number 5 on the Billboard 200 chart, selling 90,000 copies in the first week, with its single hitting number 2 on the Billboard Hot Modern Rock Tracks chart.
The “Uplifter” album came out in 2009, debuting at number 3 on the Billboard 200 chart, followed by “Universal Pulse” in 2011, which, being their shortest album, reached number 7 on the Billboard 200 chart. In 2019, they released “Voyager,” which peaked at number 18 on the Billboard 200 chart.
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Cruise Concerts
Since the year 2000, 311 has hosted a special concert for fans every March 11 in cities like New Orleans, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles, as well as on a Caribbean cruise. In 2011, the band expanded to include Caribbean Festival Cruises, featuring live performances and guest bands for cruise attendees.
Product Partnerships
In 2015, 311 teamed up with Nebraska Brewing Company to create the 311 Amber Ale.
Musical Side Project
The Nick Hexum Quintet is a smooth jazz and soul group formed by Nick Hexum on lead vocals and guitar, his brother Zack Hexum on guitar, keyboards, saxophone, and backing vocals, Gary Novak on drums, Andres Rebellon on bass, and Luke Miller on keyboards. They released their debut album, “My Shadow Pages,” in 2013.
Personal Life
From 2000 to 2004, Hexum was in a relationship with Nicole Scherzinger, a singer, songwriter, and dancer known for her time in The Pussycat Dolls. His inspiration from her led to the creation of the song “Amber,” which appeared on 311’s “From Chaos” album and became the band’s most popular hit, featured in films like “Forgetting Sarah Marshall” and “50 First Dates.”
He met his future wife, Nikki, in 2007, and they married on December 31, 2008. The couple shares three daughters: Echo (born 2009), Maxine (born 2011), and Harlow (born 2014). They are both eco-conscious, driving electric vehicles and installing solar panels on their property to power their home and cars.
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