Sugar Ray / Tonic / Smash Mouth

Pacific Amphitheatre | July 26

OC Fair Summer Concert Series

Sugar Ray

Few bands define summer like Sugar Ray.

Bursting onto the scene in the late ’90s, the Southern California hitmakers turned radio into a beach party with anthems like “Fly,” “Every Morning,” “Someday” and “When It’s Over.” Frontman Mark McGrath’s laid-back swagger and the band’s blend of pop, rock and reggae grooves made them a defining sound of the era.

Sugar Ray’s live shows are packed with hooks you forgot you knew and a vibe that feels like the best day of summer on repeat. When Sugar Ray headlines, the forecast is simple: good times.

Tonic

The story of Tonic revolves around the longstanding, close brotherhood shared among members Emerson Hart (vocals, guitar), Jeff Russo (lead guitar) and Dan Lavery (bass). Since 1996, the Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum trio has consistently delivered anthemic and undeniable rock fashioned from eloquent songcraft, lyrical honesty and unshakable melodies. Along the way, they translated true experiences and real memories into a storied catalog that resounds as loudly today as it did over two decades ago. To date, the band has landed six Top 10 singles, sold over 4 million records and garnered a pair of Grammy nominations.

Smash Mouth

All right now, this is what pop-rock fun is made of.

Smash Mouth broke out with “Walkin’ on the Sun” before cementing their place in pop culture with “All Star,” “Then the Morning Comes” and “I’m a Believer.” Their sound became the soundtrack to road trips, backyard parties and unforgettable movie moments.

Live, Smash Mouth delivers a hit parade of high-energy, shout-it-out-loud joy. You will know every word.