Sugar Ray, The English Beat, 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.

The English Beat

If you like your party with ska snap and new wave cool, The English Beat delivers.

Formed in Birmingham, England, the band became a cornerstone of the British ska revival, mixing sharp commentary with irresistible rhythms. Songs like “Mirror in the Bathroom,” “Save It for Later” and “Hands Off… She’s Mine” still feel fresh and urgent.

Led by Dave Wakeling’s unmistakable voice and driven by tight horns and infectious grooves, The English Beat turns any venue into a skanking celebration.

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.