ORLANDO – On Monday, it was announced that Smash Mouth is set to open up the UCF Tailgate Concert Series presented by Pacifico on Aug. 29. On Tuesday, the majority of the complete lineup for the 2019 season was announced.
Aug. 29 – Smash Mouth – 5:30 p.m.
Sept. 14 – Three Sheets to the Wind – 1:30 p.m.
Sept. 28 – Hardy – Time TBA
Oct. 19 – John Michael Montgomery – Time TBA
Nov. 2 – Dylan Scott – Time TBA
Nov. 29 – TBA – Time TBA
Each UCF Tailgate Concert Series show begins approximately 2 hours prior to kickoff and are contingent on UCF football kickoff times. All activities at IOA Plaza begin four hours prior to kickoff.
More About the 2019 UCF Tailgate Concert Series presented by Pacifico Artists:
Smash Mouth (Aug. 29) California pop rockers Smash Mouth are one of the most notorious bands of the 21st century with legendary songs such as “All Star”, “I’m A Believer”, “Walkin’ on the Sun” and “Can’t Get Enough of You Baby”. After releasing back-to-back multi-platinum albums the band became the heart of the music for the blockbuster movie Shrek and instantly became a household name. With over 151 million streams on Spotify last year Smash Mouth bounds into 2019 with their classic line-up ready to bring their pacific coast party to the world as they celebrate the 20th anniversary of their quadruple-platinum album Astrolounge.
Website: https://www.smashmouth.com/ | Twitter: @smashmouth
Three Sheets to the Wind (Sept. 14) Embodying the self-assured swagger and Me-Generation-musicianship that sparked a generation to relax, Three Sheets to the Wind is America's #1 Tribute to Yacht Rock. Named both as "Best Band" by Richmond Magazine, and "Best Cover Band" by STYLE Weekly for five years running (2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014, and 2015), Three Sheets to the Wind pays authentic tribute to AM Gold classics from the '70s and '80s--undoubtedly the smoothest music ever created by mankind. The heartbeat of the band is short-shorted drummer Danny Marnier. Bass duties fall to steady shipmate Sonny Pockett, Saccharine saxophone sweetness is provided by Mr. JC Cool, while manly keyboardist Walter Ego, guitarist Captain Max Power, and the ever-dapper multi-instrumentalist Topper Dandy rock you gently with their sincere vocal delivery and sweeter-than-TaB harmonies.
Website: http://www.threesheetsyachtrock.com/| Twitter: @3sheetstweets
Hardy (Sept. 28) The sound is big. The towns are small. And the name is HARDY. Big Loud artist Hardy grew up on classic rock in Philadelphia, Miss., a town of about 7,500 in the country setting of Neshoba County. So when fans hear the music on his four-song EP for the label, This Ole Boy featuring hit song “Rednecker”, they're getting the real deal. The songs are bold and proud, the voice is commanding, and the lyrics are centered on farms, in the backwoods and mostly in America's heartland. His music writing has been featured on multiple #1 country hits in the likes of Florida Georgia Line and Morgan Wallen’s “Up Down” as well as Blake Shelton’s “God’s Country”. A big sound, about small towns. A HARDY representation.
Website: http://hardyofficial.com/ | Twitter: @HardyMusic
John Michael Montgomery (Oct. 19) John Michael Montgomery has turned an uncanny ability to relate to fans into one of country music’s most storied careers. Behind the string of hit records, the roomful of awards, the critical and fan accolades that have defined his phenomenal success lies a connection that goes beyond his undeniable talent and his proven knack for picking hits. Popular songs “I Swear,” “I Love the Way You Love Me” and “I Can Love You Like That” turned him from an unknown artist into a national star, John Michael’s rich baritone has carried that most important of assets—believability. Few artists in any genre sing with more heart than this handsome Kentucky-born artist.
Website: https://www.johnmichael.com/|Twitter: @JM2Squared
Dylan Scott (Nov. 2) When you grow up in the middle-of-nowhere Northeast Louisiana, a 20-minute drive from the nearest town, you learn a few lessons early on. Chief among them is this: If you want something done, you’ve got to make it happen yourself – even if it’s becoming a bona fide Country star. Scott has lived by that mantra his whole life, and lately he’s been rewarded for the effort. With his romantic, PLATINUM-certified #1 hit “My Girl,” GOLD-certified Top 5 smash “Hooked,” and Top 5 breakout album DYLAN SCOTT, he’s transformed real-life experience into chart-topping success, sold out some of the nation’s most famous venues on headline tours, and performed for millions on national TV. And now with his electrifying NOTHING TO DO TOWN - EP, a new chapter begins – one that proves no matter how far Scott comes, he won’t forget where he started.
Website: https://dylanscottcountry.com/| Twitter: @DylanScottCntry
Artist TBA (Nov. 29) Check back later this season for the announcement of the artist for the final home game.
Fans are encouraged to get tickets for the 2019 UCF Football season by visiting www.UCFKnights.com/FBTIX.