Third Eye Blind @ San Diego County Fair 2025

Get ready to jump back into the Semi-Charmed life when Third Eye Blind headlines the Toyota Summer Concert Series July 2 at the San Diego County Fair! Formed in San Francisco in 1993 by vocalist Stephan Jenkins and guitarist Kevin Cadogan, Third Eye Blind quickly established themselves in the alternative rock scene. Their self-titled debut album, released in 1997, achieved six-times platinum status, propelled by hits like "Semi-Charmed Life," "Jumper," and "How's It Going to Be." The band's follow-up album, Blue (1999), attained double-platinum certification, further solidifying their success. Over the years, Third Eye Blind has released a total of seven studio albums, including Out of the Vein (2003), Ursa Major (2009), Dopamine (2015), Screamer (2019), and Our Bande Apart (2021). Despite changes in the music industry, the band has maintained a dedicated and growing fanbase. Their 2021 album, Our Bande Apart, recorded post-lockdown, features collaborations with artists like Bethany Cosentino of Best Coast and Ryan Olson of Poliça. In 2022, Third Eye Blind supported environmental initiatives by partnering with SeaTrees to help restore the Palos Verdes Kelp Forest, highlighting their commitment to environmental causes. Throughout their career, the band has been recognized for their energetic live performances and their ability to blend alternative rock with pop sensibilities, securing their place in the landscape of American rock music.