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CNN
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
The All-American Rejects are having the summer of their lives: ‘We are going to savor every bit of it'
Emo band All-American Rejects are giving us one hell of a summer. The group, who has been playing together for more than twenty years, is on a so-called House Party Tour, popping up in backyards and other unsuspecting locations for impromptu concerts. They may call themselves 'rejects,' but the enthused crowds that have turned up at their shows prove they're far from that. The quartet's classics – including 'Swing Swing,' 'Dirty Little Secret,' 'Move Along' and, of course, 'Gives You Hell' – were on the soundtrack of many a Millennial's high school mixtape, but these tracks are now appealing to a new generation of young people. Their resurgence sparked the band's current tour, based on their shared belief that music acts may not need all the frills of a stadium show to give concertgoers a good, and inexpensive, time. You just need good music, youthful energy… and a big backyard, apparently. 'The live experience, the communal experience of watching something live on the floor is, I think it's coming back in every aspect of art,' lead singer and bassist Tyson Ritter told CNN in a recent interview about the band's upcoming performance at San Diego Comic-Con's Fandom party this week. 'What's great is to be able to play shows and to be not too old to still pull them off.' After forming in Oklahoma in 1999, the All-American Rejects – who include Ritter, guitarists Nick Wheeler and Mike Kennerty and drummer Chris Gaylor – became part of the DNA of the emo music genre when they released their 2002 self-titled debut album, which included their first big hit 'Swing Swing.' They went on to release four studio albums including their most recent, 2012's 'Kids in the Street.' After nearly a decade of not touring, the Rejects reunited in 2023 for their Wet Hot All-American Summer Tour, and got back in the studio to record an upcoming fifth album, 'Sandbox.' The genesis of the House Party Tour started with the band's eagerness to promote 'Sandbox,' but what ensued is entirely organic, according to Ritter, who said that their intention was simply to 'get back to the place that we knew we started.' That wound up turning into a chaotic nine-day spree of surprise shows in people's yards, following a pop-up show on the campus of the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. Fans started applying to have the Rejects come play in their neighborhoods, with video footage posted to social media showing hundreds of people lined up, rain or shine, to catch a show. One gig in Columbia, Missouri even got shut down by police, but not before the authorities let the band play one more song. The response has moved the band, two decades into their career, just as much as it appears to have moved their audience. 'This is the best experience that we've ever had playing music in this band and we are going to savor every bit of it,' Ritter said. The band has captured footage of the House Party Tour up until this point, and told CNN that they are reviewing it now to potentially release something next year in conjunction with the release of the 'Sandbox' album. A 'movie,' as Ritter referred to it, 'is already in pre-production,' he said. 'We didn't realize what we did until we saw some of these little clips. There were really harrowing moments of danger… So we got out by the skin of our teeth,' Ritter added, going on to joke that 'maybe that's the name of the doc 'by the skin of our teeth.'' Wheeler added that the House Party Tour 'turned into something bigger.' 'So these nine days and what we captured is something that is a once-in-a-lifetime thing for us and for those who were there,' he said. 'I'm just stoked that somebody was there to capture it.' Wheeler also hopes 'Sandbox' will help recreate the magic of their seminal hits that have solicited such a response from their new generation of listeners. 'People attach themselves to those legacy songs because of where they were in their lives or nostalgia,' Wheeler said. 'So I think the goal now, especially after coming off this house party thing, is creating new nostalgia.' The All-American Rejects do have some big-ticket shows coming up. They'll headline the Fandom Comic-Con party in San Diego on Thursday, where, according to Ritter, concertgoers can 'expect a Reject-goes-Comic-Con experience.' They'll also be joining the Jonas Brothers on tour in October, where they'll be sure to bring that same backyard energy to the big stage. 'We're trying to open up something a little bit bigger than just people's eyes now. We're trying to open up another possibility of getting to the artists that you love, and we're so excited about what's to come,' Ritter said. 'You could call what we're doing punk rock, but it's not.' '…It's actually pure connection,' he added.
CNN
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
The All-American Rejects are having the summer of their lives: ‘We are going to savor every bit of it'
Emo band All-American Rejects are giving us one hell of a summer. The group, who has been playing together for more than twenty years, is on a so-called House Party Tour, popping up in backyards and other unsuspecting locations for impromptu concerts. They may call themselves 'rejects,' but the enthused crowds that have turned up at their shows prove they're far from that. The quartet's classics – including 'Swing Swing,' 'Dirty Little Secret,' 'Move Along' and, of course, 'Gives You Hell' – were on the soundtrack of many a Millennial's high school mixtape, but these tracks are now appealing to a new generation of young people. Their resurgence sparked the band's current tour, based on their shared belief that music acts may not need all the frills of a stadium show to give concertgoers a good, and inexpensive, time. You just need good music, youthful energy… and a big backyard, apparently. 'The live experience, the communal experience of watching something live on the floor is, I think it's coming back in every aspect of art,' lead singer and bassist Tyson Ritter told CNN in a recent interview about the band's upcoming performance at San Diego Comic-Con's Fandom party this week. 'What's great is to be able to play shows and to be not too old to still pull them off.' After forming in Oklahoma in 1999, the All-American Rejects – who include Ritter, guitarists Nick Wheeler and Mike Kennerty and drummer Chris Gaylor – became part of the DNA of the emo music genre when they released their 2002 self-titled debut album, which included their first big hit 'Swing Swing.' They went on to release four studio albums including their most recent, 2012's 'Kids in the Street.' After nearly a decade of not touring, the Rejects reunited in 2023 for their Wet Hot All-American Summer Tour, and got back in the studio to record an upcoming fifth album, 'Sandbox.' The genesis of the House Party Tour started with the band's eagerness to promote 'Sandbox,' but what ensued is entirely organic, according to Ritter, who said that their intention was simply to 'get back to the place that we knew we started.' That wound up turning into a chaotic nine-day spree of surprise shows in people's yards, following a pop-up show on the campus of the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. Fans started applying to have the Rejects come play in their neighborhoods, with video footage posted to social media showing hundreds of people lined up, rain or shine, to catch a show. One gig in Columbia, Missouri even got shut down by police, but not before the authorities let the band play one more song. The response has moved the band, two decades into their career, just as much as it appears to have moved their audience. 'This is the best experience that we've ever had playing music in this band and we are going to savor every bit of it,' Ritter said. The band has captured footage of the House Party Tour up until this point, and told CNN that they are reviewing it now to potentially release something next year in conjunction with the release of the 'Sandbox' album. A 'movie,' as Ritter referred to it, 'is already in pre-production,' he said. 'We didn't realize what we did until we saw some of these little clips. There were really harrowing moments of danger… So we got out by the skin of our teeth,' Ritter added, going on to joke that 'maybe that's the name of the doc 'by the skin of our teeth.'' Wheeler added that the House Party Tour 'turned into something bigger.' 'So these nine days and what we captured is something that is a once-in-a-lifetime thing for us and for those who were there,' he said. 'I'm just stoked that somebody was there to capture it.' Wheeler also hopes 'Sandbox' will help recreate the magic of their seminal hits that have solicited such a response from their new generation of listeners. 'People attach themselves to those legacy songs because of where they were in their lives or nostalgia,' Wheeler said. 'So I think the goal now, especially after coming off this house party thing, is creating new nostalgia.' The All-American Rejects do have some big-ticket shows coming up. They'll headline the Fandom Comic-Con party in San Diego on Thursday, where, according to Ritter, concertgoers can 'expect a Reject-goes-Comic-Con experience.' They'll also be joining the Jonas Brothers on tour in October, where they'll be sure to bring that same backyard energy to the big stage. 'We're trying to open up something a little bit bigger than just people's eyes now. We're trying to open up another possibility of getting to the artists that you love, and we're so excited about what's to come,' Ritter said. 'You could call what we're doing punk rock, but it's not.' '…It's actually pure connection,' he added.
New York Post
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
The Savannah Bananas are having a wild summer. How much are tickets now?
Vivid Seats is the New York Post's official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Somehow, the Savannah Bananas keep outdoing themselves. The wildly entertaining team known for viral stunts — like batters fishing on stilts, catchers on beanbags, umpires showing off surprisingly impressive dance moves — upped the ante this summer and invited 2000s emo mainstays All-American Rejects to perform an in-game concert at Fenway Park. Lead singer Tyson Ritter worked his way from the packed stands to the field to deliver abridged versions of their hits 'Move Along,' 'Dirty Little Secret' and 'Gives You Hell' while the Bananas danced and clapped in the background. '[Banana ball] takes everything dull or overly subtle about baseball and smashes it underfoot, while dancing to a pop song,' The Post shared in a gleeful op-ed. Other fun bits they've pulled off these past few months include a hoppy suitcase race, lip-synced walks to the plate, choreographed 'Drake and Josh' dances and an on-field appearance by the endlessly catchy Fitz and the Tantrums (seriously, check their Instagram Reels and you won't be able to leave the page for hours). What other tricks does the rule-breaking, fun-loving club have up their sleeve later this summer? While we can't say for sure (although we have our fingers crossed that 78-year-old pitcher/former Red Sox star/semi-regular Banana Ball player Bill 'Spaceman' Lee takes the mound again), all we know is the best way to find out is live. New Yorkers are in luck, too. On Saturday, Sept. 13 and Sunday, Sept. 14, the Savannah Bananas are headed to the Bronx for a pair of games at Yankee Stadium against their rival, The Firefighters. Want to be there? At the time of publication, the cheapest tickets for a game at Aaron Judge's home field is $102 including fees on Vivid Seats. Their other games at stadiums all over the country have seats starting anywhere from $169 to $951 including fees. For more information, our team has everything you need to know and more about how to see the Savannah Bananas live in 2025 below. All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation. Savannah Bananas 2025 tickets A complete calendar including all game dates, opponents, and links to the cheapest tickets available, broken up by month can be found below. July 2025 game dates Ticket prices start at The Visitors vs. the Bananas Thursday, July 10 at Grayson Stadium in Savannah, GA $410 (including fees) The Visitors vs. the Bananas Friday, July 11 Grayson Stadium in Savannah, GA $442 (including fees) The Visitors vs. the Bananas Saturday, July 12 at Grayson Stadium in Savannah, GA $294 (including fees) Party Animals vs. the Bananas Friday, July 18 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, MO $180 (including fees) Party Animals vs. the Bananas Saturday, July 19 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, MO $279 (including fees) Texas Tailgaters vs. the Bananas Saturday, July 26 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, PA $255 (including fees) Texas Tailgaters vs. the Bananas Sunday, July 27 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, PA $219 (including fees) (Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and, if it isn't noted, will include additional fees at checkout.) Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand. They offer a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and your tickets will be delivered prior to the event. Still curious about Vivid Seats? You can find an article from their team about why the company is legit here. August 2025 August 2025 game dates Ticket prices start at The Firefighters vs. the Bananas Friday, Aug. 1 at Camden Yards in Baltimore, MD $169 (including fees) The Firefighters vs. the Bananas Saturday, Aug. 2 at Camden Yards in Baltimore, MD $319.15 (including fees) The Firefighters vs. the Bananas Saturday, Aug. 9 at Coors Field in Denver, CO $423 (including fees) The Firefighters vs. the Bananas Sunday, Aug. 10 at Coors Field in Denver, CO $366 (including fees) The Firefighters vs. the Bananas Friday, Aug. 15 at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL $302.21 (including fees) The Firefighters vs. the Bananas Saturday, Aug. 16 at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL $376.90 (including fees) The Firefighters vs. the Bananas Thursday, Aug. 21 at Grayson Stadium in Savannah, GA N/A The Firefighters Bananas Friday, Aug. 22 at Grayson Stadium in Savannah, GA N/A The Firefighters vs. the Bananas Saturday, Aug. 23 at Grayson Stadium in Savannah, GA N/A Texas Tailgaters vs. the Bananas Friday, Aug. 29 at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, PA $267 (including fees) Texas Tailgaters vs. the Bananas Saturday, Aug. 30 at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, PA $308 (including fees) September 2025 September 2025 game dates Ticket prices start at The Firefighters vs. the Bananas Friday, Sept. 5 at PETCO Park in San Diego, CA $255 (including fees) The Firefighters vs. the Bananas Saturday, Sept. 6 at PETCO Park in San Diego, CA $266 (including fees) The Firefighters vs. the Bananas Saturday, Sept. 13 at Yankee Stadium in Bronx, NY $141 (including fees) The Firefighters vs. the Bananas Sunday, Sept. 14 at Yankee Stadium in Bronx, NY $102 (including fees) The Firefighters vs. the Bananas Friday, Sept. 19 at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, WA $793 (including fees) The Firefighters vs. the Bananas Saturday, Sept. 20 at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, WA $951 (including fees) Texas Tailgaters vs. the Bananas Friday, Sept. 26 at Minute Maid Park in Houston, TX $332 (including fees) Texas Tailgaters vs. the Bananas Saturday, Sept. 27 at Minute Maid Park in Houston, TX $353 (including fees) All-American Rejects tour schedule 2025 Love AAR just as much as the Bananas? This is your moment. The '00s hitmakers have shows at venues all over North America — they've even played a few unconventional gigs in backyards and bowling alleys along with Boston's famed ballpark — these next few months. That includes a concert opening for the Jonas Brothers at East Rutherford, NJ's MetLife Stadium on Sunday, Aug. 10. To find the one that makes the most sense for you, you can review All-American Rejects' complete 2025 calendar here. About the Savannah Bananas After forming in 2016, the 'exhibition barnstorming baseball team' made a name for themselves by embracing 'exhibition' and 'barnstorming' while halfway ditching 'baseball.' The team now plays banana ball which has quirky rules like fan-caught foul balls counting as outs, games not being allowed to exceed two hours in length and batters stealing first base. Yet, still, that's barely scratching the surface of the innovative game's showmanship. Simply put, we recommend following Savannah's Instagram to see what hijinx the entertaining team is up to. Savannah Party Animals As you may have noticed, most games will find the Bananas squaring off against their cherished rival, the Party Animals. Also based out of Savannah, the team is evenly matched with the Bananas. 'I think there are some guys that are obvious fits for the Bananas, and some guys that are obvious fits for the Party Animals,' coach Nate Fish told Savannah Now following team tryouts. 'We need the games to be really competitive. We can't load up one team. It's not like the (Harlem) Globetrotters and the (Washington Generals). The games aren't scripted. The games are highly competitive. Anyone can win. We have to take a look at balance to do that.' Savannah Bananas 2025 roster Who are the stars that make up the Bananas squad? Great question. You can find the team's colorful players (complete with fun facts) right here. Fun events for the family in 2025 Get yer wholesome entertainment here! We've got five shows that are guaranteed fun for the whole family below. • 'The Price Is Right Live' • 'Wheel of Fortune Live' • Jerry Seinfeld • Monster Jam • Blue Man Group Want to go to a concert instead this year? Check out our list of all the biggest artists on tour in 2025 to find the show for you. Prefer some good ol' fashioned comedy? Click here to see our favorite comedians on tour this year. This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change
The Star
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
All-American Rejects frontman Tyson Ritter launches free OnlyFans account
Tyson Ritter says his OnlyFans followers can expect 'full-frontal rock and roll', though he kept what he meant by that deliberately vague. Photo: TNS All-American Rejects frontman Tyson Ritter is planning to go 'full-frontal' on OnlyFans. The 41-year-old rocker shared the career update while promoting the band's latest singles. 'I'm starting an OnlyFans. And the All-American Rejects are behind me doing it,' he told GQ in a new interview. Ritter said his OnlyFans followers can expect 'full-frontal rock and roll,' though he kept what he meant by that deliberately vague. Subscriptions are currently free for exclusive content, though Ritter joked that he wouldn't be against charging '69 cents' just because he's 'cheeky.' The decision to launch an account on the platform, typically known for its sexual content, came after the band went viral for performing 12 surprise concerts over the course of 10 days at tiny venues across the country. 'I don't think anybody would have expected the All-American Rejects to make a ripple in the water ever again,' Ritter said about their recent resurgence. 'So the excitement behind this whole thing is like, Where else can we be disruptive?' Ritter said they've always been a band who's got 'a tongue bursting through the cheek,' so why not ride the wave with 'a little peen bursting through a zipper' on OnlyFans. The All-American Rejects was formed in Oklahoma in 1999 and reached peak popularity in the mid-to-late aughts with hits like Gives You Hell and Dirty Little Secret . Its last studio album, Kids In The Street, was released in 2012. Following an unofficial hiatus that began around 2020, the band announced its latest album this March. Its new songs Sandbox and Easy Come Easy Go were both released on Thursday. A 'dirty version' of the latter track is available on OnlyFans. – New York Daily News/Tribune News Service
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
All-American Rejects' Tyson Ritter planning to go ‘full-frontal' on OnlyFans
All-American Rejects frontman Tyson Ritter is planning to go 'full-frontal' on OnlyFans. The 41-year-old rocker shared the career update while promoting the band's latest singles. 'I'm starting an OnlyFans. And the All-American Rejects are behind me doing it,' he told GQ in a new interview. Ritter said his OnlyFans followers can expect 'full-frontal rock and roll,' though he kept what he meant by that deliberately vague. Subscriptions are currently free for exclusive content, though Ritter joked that he wouldn't be against charging '69 cents' just because he's 'cheeky.' The decision to launch an account on the platform, typically known for its sexual content, came after the band went viral for performing 12 surprise concerts over the course of 10 days at tiny venues across the country. 'I don't think anybody would have expected the All-American Rejects to make a ripple in the water ever again,' Ritter said about their recent resurgence. 'So the excitement behind this whole thing is like, Where else can we be disruptive?' Ritter said they've always been a band who's got 'a tongue bursting through the cheek,' so why not ride the wave with 'a little peen bursting through a zipper' on OnlyFans. The All-American Rejects were formed in Oklahoma in 1999 and reached peak popularity in the mid-to-late aughts with hits like 'Gives You Hell' and 'Dirty Little Secret.' Their last studio album, 'Kids in the Street,' was released in 2012. Following an unofficial hiatus that began around 2020, the band announced their latest album this March. Their new songs 'Sandbox' and 'Easy Come Easy Go' were both released on Thursday. A 'dirty version' of the latter track is available on OnlyFans.
