3EB

3EB is the abbreviation commonly used for the American rock band Third Eye Blind. The group was formed in 1993 in San Francisco by vocalist Stephan Jenkins and guitarist Kevin Cadogan, with early members including Arion Salazar on bass and Brad Hargreaves on drums. They emerged in the late 1990s as a leading act in alternative rock.

The band gained mainstream success with their self-titled debut album, Third Eye Blind, released in 1997 on Elektra Records. It yielded major hits such as Semi-Charmed Life, Jumper, and How's It Gonna Be, and achieved multi-platinum status, establishing the group as a prominent force in the post-grunge era.

In 1998 Cadogan left amid creative differences and was replaced by Tony Fredianelli. The departure led to a prolonged legal dispute between Cadogan and the band. The follow-up album Blue, released in 1999, continued their commercial presence and produced singles including Never Let You Go. Out of the Vein followed in 2003, featuring a broader rock palette. The band released Ursa Major in 2009 and Dopamine in 2015, reflecting ongoing lineup changes and renewed touring activity.

Musically, 3EB is typically categorized as alternative rock with post-grunge and pop influences, noted for melodic hooks and Jenkins's distinctive vocal style. The group remains active in various forms, continuing to tour and occasionally release new material. 3EB is widely regarded as a defining act of 1990s alternative rock, balancing radio-friendly hits with introspective lyrics.