Get ready for the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage at the 2026 California State Fair! All Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage shows are FREE with a California State Fair admission ticket.
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The CA State Fair is kicking off the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage with none other than Babyface! Get ready to sing along to iconic, chart-topping hits on Friday, July 17, and experience an unforgettable opening night at the Fair! The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
Babyface is a 13-time GRAMMY Award-winning recording artist, songwriter, producer, and one of the most celebrated creative forces in music history. He is the only producer to win the ‘Producer of the Year’ category four times, three times of which was in consecutive years (1995-1997); a record he holds to this day. Kenny is also co-founder of the legendary record label LaFace, which launched the careers of artists like Usher, Toni Braxton, TLC, Outkast, and P!nk.
From humble beginnings in Indianapolis, Kenny developed his love for music early on when he began songwriting at the age of 12. Upon graduating high school, he got signed to his first record deal after joining the band, Manchild. In the 1980s, he broke into the music world as guitarist and songwriter for the R&B band, The Deele.
Turn up the energy as Wyclef Jean takes over the CA State Fair on Saturday, July 18, as part of the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage! The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
The music that three time Grammy Award winning and Golden Globe and Emmy nominated Wyclef Jean has written, performed, and produced — both as a solo superstar and as founder and guiding member of the Fugees — has been a consistently powerful, pop cultural force for over two decades. In 1996, the Fugees released their monumental album The Score. Since then, Wyclef has released eight albums as a solo artist that have sold nearly nine million copies worldwide, including his 1997 debut The Carnival.
2020 found Wyclef venturing into the podcast industry as the host of RunThatBack, a one of a kind weekly show for music lovers of any type, where Wyclef interviews heavy hitters from all walks of life, from music, to sports, politics, and beyond. That same year, he teamed up with Google to create a jingle for their #BlackOwnedFriday campaign to promote and support shopping black-owned businesses for Black Friday during the holiday season. This campaign won a Webby Award, and was nominated for a Clio Award, among others.
In 2021 Wyclef co-founded SodoMoodLab, a jingle and scoring company. In his most recent project with Sodo, Wyclef stepped in as composer for seasons four, five, and six of Showtime’s The Chi, a show created by screenwriter and actress Lena Waithe. In August 2023, Wyclef hosted the annual Caribbean Music Awards, which took place in Brooklyn, New York. Most recently, Wyclef became Co-Chair of the Music Advisory Board of Harlem Festival of Culture, an annual New York City festival which celebrates Black music, culture, and pride.
In 2023, Wyclef partnered with leading retirement planning company TIAA to release “Paper Right,” featuring Pusha T, Lola Brooke, Capella Grey, and Flau’jae. The TIAA x Wyclef campaign raises awareness among America’s youth on the importance of preparing for their future through financial independence, especially the 54% of African Americans who may not have enough funds to retire comfortably. As part of this partnership, all proceeds from “Paper Right” streams are being donated directly to the non-profit organization First Generation Investors, an organization dedicated to empowering underserved high school students with investing literacy.
Most recently, Wyclef signed on as a consultant for Google DeepMind where he dives deeper into the AI Technology space, which coincides with the engineering and scoring work he’s doing in his own company SodoMoodLab.
Tower of Power bring their soulful vocals and nonstop energy to the California State Fair on Sunday, July 19 as part of the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage! The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
For 58 years, Tower of Power has delivered the best in funk and soul music.“We were a Soul band called The Motowns.” recalls Emilio Castillo. “Rocco was the bass player, I was there, and my brother was the drummer. I met “Doc” Kupka back in 1968, and gave him an audition. He came in the band, and we eventually changed our name to the Tower of Power.” The reason for the band name change was that they had a specific goal in mind.
East Bay Grease defined their sound and landed them with Warner Brothers. Bump City, their 1972 debut for the label, was a hit on both the Billboard 200 and the R&B Albums chart, and netted them the hits “You’re Still A Young Man” and “Down to The Nightclub.” The 70s were a boom period with radio classics like “So Very Hard to Go” and “What Is Hip?,” and the band continued to tour and record over the years. Castillo says their love of the stage is the same today as it was back in 1968.
50 years later, in 2018, they returned to Oakland to celebrate their landmark 50th anniversary. Tower’s window-rattling grooves and raucous party spirit has been a balm for the soul throughout their half-century existence, but the release of 50 Years of Funk & Soul: Live at the Fox Theater couldn’t have arrived at a better time.
The band has long since surpassed Castillo’s modest aspirations, traveling the world, enjoying hit singles on their own and backing legendary artists including Otis Redding, Elton John, Santana, the Grateful Dead, John Lee Hooker, Aerosmith, Bonnie Raitt, and countless others. In the process they’ve defined an “Oakland soul” sound as instantly recognizable as those from Castillo’s hometown, Detroit, as well as inspirations like Memphis and Philadelphia.
The future of Tower of Power is set out to be vigorous and dynamic, and will prove to be just that for fans around the world starved for the band’s groove just the way Tower of Power likes it!
Rock out to a night of country as Struggle Jennings takes the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage at the CA State Fair on Monday, July 20. The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
Struggle Jennings was destined to be an Outlaw.
The grandson of legendary Country Music icon Waylon Jennings, Struggle is part of a long legacy of Gangsters, Outlaws and Rock Stars.. Growing up as a black-sheep in his family, he fought his way out of the streets of West Nashville and into the studio where he would create the foundation for what has become his personal contribution to the Jennings family legacy.
Struggle’s message of strength, determination, and courage in the face of adversity continues to connect and resonate with people around the world. By sharing his story with honesty and passion he has developed a large and loyal fanbase who relate not only to his music but also to his personal journey.
Since being released from prison in 2016 Struggle has performed for sold out crowds across the country and released multiple projects. He is finally poised to take his place as a true modern day Outlaw and secure his position as the Godfather of the burgeoning Outlaw Hip Hop Rock & Roll movement.
The Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage is bringing the party to the CA State Fair with Midland taking over on Tuesday, July 21! The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
GRAMMY® nominated traditional Country revivalists Midland are the sound of the Southwest, a trio of Texas trailblazers at the forefront of a sort of post-Urban Cowboy Country subgenre that’s spreading in popularity like wildfire. Front man Mark Wystrach, bassist / vocalist Cameron Duddy and guitarist / vocalist Jess Carson carve a singular lane with a relaxed, throwback sound that’s bred breakout hits like 5X Platinum “Drinkin’ Problem,” Platinum-certified “Burn Out,” and Gold-certified hits “Cheatin’ Songs,” “Make A Little,” and “On The Rocks.” Critically acclaimed albums like 2017 debut On The Rocks, Billboard chart-topping sophomore effort Let It Roll, 2022’s The Last Resort, and latest Barely Blue united fans of classic Country music and critics alike, with rousing endorsements from Entertainment Weekly, GQ, The Washington Post, Vogue, Esquire, Variety, Rolling Stone and NPR.
Born of Dripping Springs, Texas, the trio of artist-writer disciples of Tornillo, Texas’ storied Sonic Ranch have “never met an audience they couldn’t conquer” (Rolling Stone), building a following that’s sold out the Houston Rodeo and Livestock Show, packed out multi-night stands at Ft. Worth’s iconic Billy Bob’s and re-opened North Hollywood’s legendary Palomino Club for one night only. Bringing listeners a resurgence of rich harmonies, sad melodies, tart, cheeky lyrics and steel guitar-dressed records, the retro-Nuevo trio has grown from bar band to an in-demand headliner. Midland is finalizing their next chapter of music now, previewed by their newest release, “Marlboro Man.”
Get ready for a night of island-inspired vibes as Iration takes the stage at the California State Fair on Wednesday, July 22 as part of the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage! The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
Iration is an alternative/reggae band formed in Isla Vista, CA and rooted in the Hawaiian upbringing of its members. For nearly two decades, the group has blended reggae, rock, and pop into a melodic, laid-back sound that has earned them over 1 billion streams, multiple No. 1 albums on the Billboard Reggae chart, and a loyal national fanbase.
A major touring act since 2008, Iration has performed at festivals such as Lollapalooza, Hangout, Outside Lands, Bottlerock, Sunfest, Reggae Rise Up, and Cali Vibes Fest. Their high-energy performances have become a hallmark of the band, described by Billboard as creating “a little bit of paradise” each night. The band has officially entered a new phase of their career with new music on the horizon, new live production and a closer connection approach with their core fans.
Iration’s early releases—featuring fan favorites like “Time Bomb” and “Falling,” both RIAA Gold-certified—established the foundation of their signature sound. Their music continues to receive national airplay on stations including KROQ (Los Angeles) and coverage from outlets such as American Songwriter, The Noise, and AllMusic.
Lee Brice is bringing his powerhouse vocals, heartfelt ballads, and chart-topping anthems to the California State Fair on Thursday, July 23 as part of the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage! The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
When Curb Records recording artist, Lee Brice, isn’t selling out arenas, writing and recording songs, or building new brands like Dulce Vida Tequila and Loud Lemon, you’ll find the family man with his wife Sara, two young boys, and daughter.
Meanwhile, with over 12 billion career streams, Brice continues to enjoy massive success at country radio, digital streaming services, and on the road. He has reached the #1 spot at Country Radio with Platinum-selling “Memory I Don’t Mess With,” which consecutively follows three prior #1s: ASCAP’s 2021 Country Song of the Year and 3x Platinum track “One of Them Girls,” “I Hope You’re Happy Now” with Carly Pearce, and the 4x Platinum hit “Rumor,” which was nominated in the category Single of The Year at the 55th Annual ACM Awards.
One of the most played country artists of all time on Pandora, he was the second country artist behind Keith Urban to receive the Pandora Billionaire plaque. Lee is also a GRAMMY® nominee, a CMA and ACM award winner, and he’s taken nine radio singles to Number One: “A Woman Like You,” “Hard to Love,” “I Drive Your Truck,” “I Don’t Dance,” “Drinking Class,” “Rumor,” “I Hope You’re Happy Now,” “One of Them Girls,” and “Memory I Don’t Mess With.” Garth Brooks, Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney and others have recorded his songs, and he’s performed on numerous TV shows, including NBC’s Today, ABC’s The Bachelor, NBC’s The Voice and FOX’s Miss USA 2018. Lee performed as part of the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song honoring Garth Brooks, aired on PBS March of 2020.
At the 54th Annual CMA Awards, Lee took home the prize for Musical Event of the Year for his song with Carly Pearce, “I Hope You’re Happy Now.” At the 56th ACM Awards, “I Hope You’re Happy Now” won Single of the Year and Music Event of the Year, and Lee and Carly Pearce performed the song live. Lee’s album, Hey World, has been certified as Platinum and features several multi-Platinum selling hits. Lee kicked off 2024 with an intimate acoustic tour, the Me & My Guitar Tour, and in the spring released single, “Drinkin’ Buddies” with Nate Smith and Hailey Whitters. The single was followed by the nostalgic summertime track, “Summer of Us.”
Last year, Brice began rolling out new music including heartfelt “Cry,” teaming up with some of his legendary Country friends – Jamey Johnson, Randy Houser, Jerrod Niemann, Dallas Davidson and Rob Hatch (aka The Traler Park) – for “Said No Country Boy Ever,” and most recently, “Killed The Man.” Brice is slated to release even more new music for his upcoming album in 2026 and will be touring in the U.S. as well as a run in Canada.
The CA State Fair is about to be “Livin’ It Up”! The Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage is bringing the heat to the CA State Fair with Ja Rule taking over on Friday, July 24! The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
Ja Rule’s signature blend of rap and melody helped shape the sound of early-2000s hip-hop and R&B. The award-winning rapper, actor, author, and entrepreneur, is known for chart-topping hits like the #1 single “Always on Time” with Ashanti. He has written for icons like Mariah Carey and Jennifer Lopez and earned accolades including a BET Award, NAACP Image Award, and MTV VMA.
His acting credits include The Fast and the Furious, Scary Movie, and Assault on Precinct 13. The co-founder of Amber & Opal Whiskey, he expanded the brand across the U.S., as well as launching ICONN Media, which includes ICONN Live and the ICONNIC Sound label. He also owns Rose Vine Cellars and is part-owner of the Texas Ranchers, with investments in Major League Pickleball and the National Thoroughbred League.
Ja Rule continues to engage fans while supporting causes like HBCUs and education in Ghana through Pencils of Promise.
KC and The Sunshine Band are coming to the CA State Fair as part of the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage on Saturday, July 25! Get ready for disco grooves, iconic hits, and a night full of dancing you won’t forget. The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
KC and The Sunshine Band has celebrated over 40 years of making booties shake. They gave a voice to a generation, helped define an entire culture and continue to make an impact today. With over four decades of success, the group, led by Harry Wayne “KC” Casey, has been in a state of constant renewal in their niche of cultural relevancy–thanks in part to their music being featured in numerous motion picture soundtracks, television shows and national advertising campaigns. KC and The Sunshine Band formed in 1973 with one single purpose: to create instant happiness through music – and the group has done just that, topping the charts with singles including “That’s the Way (I Like It),” “Get Down Tonight,” and “(Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty,” tallying worldwide sales of over 100 million, and receiving numerous awards. In 2013, KC was honored with two distinct Lifetime Achievement Awards, made several television appearances and earned a new star on the Palm Springs Walk of Fame in his home state of Florida, which accompanies his previously awarded national recognition of a star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame. KC and The Sunshine Band continue to tour heavily throughout the U.S. and internationally, as well as colaborate and appear with other superstars. Harry Wayne Casey (b. January 31, 1951) – KC for short — got his start while working at the record store at TK Records in Hialeah, FL, where he often made deliveries and completed other odd jobs, hoping to be able to spend time in the studio after hours for free. There, he met Henry Stone, and in 1973, signed a contract with TK and formed KC and The Sunshine Band”.
The result was the development of a unique fusion of Caribbean, R&B and funk music dubbed the “Miami sound” – a sound that grabbed the hearts and minds of listeners and compelled them to get out of their seats and onto the dance floor!
Tradition, culture, and the spirit of mariachi come to life at the CA State Fair! Don’t miss Ezequiel Peña live at the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage on Sunday, July 26! The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
Ezequiel Peña, also known as the King of Banda and Mariachi, is a Mexican singer-songwriter with a deep background in the Ranchera and Banda genres. Born on December 3 in San José del Valle, Nayarit, Peña moved to the United States at the age of 20 in search of adventure and success. Throughout his career, he has left an indelible mark on ranchera and banda music. Some of his greatest hits include ‘Yo vendo unos ojos verdes’, ‘Botón de rosa’, and ‘Ven y ven’. His unique, melodious, and emotional voice, in addition to his charisma and unmistakable style, have made him an icon and benchmark of the regional Mexican music genre. With his music, Peña continues to captivate audiences from all corners of the world, promoting the culture and music of Mexico.
Get ready to rock all night long! The Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage welcomes Queen Nation to the CA State Fair on Monday, July 27. The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
It’s hard to match the entertainment value power Queen had in the rock concert world, however, Queen Nation comes very close.
Queen Nation is a visual and musical tribute band show to Queen. It was formed in 2004 by David Hewitt of DMHE Music & Productions Agency. The band features members: Gregory Finsley on vocals and keyboards as Freddie Mercury, Mike McManus on guitar as Brian May, Pete Burke on drums as Roger Taylor, and Parker Combs on bass as John Deacon. Queen Nation’s goal is to carry Queen’s musical torch, exposing the music to new and old fans by paying homage to the legendary rock band. In 2013, Queen Nation was recognized as “The World’s Greatest Queen Tribute” by Mark Cuban, Ryan Seacrest and AXS-TV. Queen Nation was even featured in a 1-hour live national broadcast from Hollywood to millions of viewers. AXS-TV also released a “World’s Greatest Tribute Bands” compilation album that features two tracks by Queen Nation. The band has recently been selling out their last several Concert Hall Venues, small PACs and Casino engagements throughout the US, as well as recently completing a very successful Philippines tour. The image, sound, and stage persona of Queen Nation strives to emulate and recreate the aura of the original legendary rock band Queen. Queen fans are enthralled by the accuracy of Queen Nation’s live performance of classic songs such as; We Will Rock You, We Are The Champions, Bohemian Rhapsody, and many more.
An unforgettable evening of smooth R&B is coming to the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage as Keith Sweat joins the CA State Fair on Tuesday, July 28. The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
Keith Sweat was born in Harlem, New York to Charles and Juanita Sweat not far from the world-famous Apollo Theater. Unfortunately, at the age of 12, Keith lost his father, a factory worker. He attended City College of New York and received a degree in communications. While in college he worked at Macy’s as a clerk. Before beginning his career as an artist he worked in the New York Stock Exchange in the commodities market.
Early Career
In 1975 Sweat was a member of the band Jamilah in Harlem. With this band he traveled and performed throughout New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. In 1984 he branched out on his own and frequently performed in New York City nightclubs. He recorded one single “My Mind Is Made Up” with Stadium records an independent label that had only released two albums prior to Sweats. He co-wrote and co-produced “You Are The One For Me” by the group GQ for Stadium records. During that time he also wrote and produced the song “All I Want is My Baby” for singer Roberta Gilliam in 1985.
Make It Last Forever
In November 1987 Keith Sweat released his debut album Make It Last Forever and set his path towards fame and success. He enjoyed many successes as a result of this album, skyrocketing towards the top of both R&B and pop charts and selling over three million copies. Four of the songs on this album landed on the pop or R&B charts and in some cases both. The hit “I Want Her” skyrocketed to number one on the R&B charts while hitting number five on the pop charts. The songs “Make It Last Forever” reached number two and “Something Just Ain’t Right” reached number three both on the R&B charts. As a result of his success with this album, Sweat moved away from his job as a brokerage assistant on Wall Street.
I’ll Give All My Love to You and Keep It Comin’
His second album, I’ll Give All My Love to You was released in 1990 and reached number three on the Billboard 200 chart. this album contained the hits “Make You Sweat” which reached number one on the R&B charts and number 14 on the pop charts. “I give All My Love to You” also reached number one on the R&B charts and number seven on the pop charts. The song “Merry Go Round” made number two and “Your Love, Pt. 2 number four on the R&B charts. From that album the singles ” By the end of 1991 Sweat released his third album entitled Keep It Comin’. Although this album did not reach the same level of success as his first two albums, it debuted in the Top 20. The title track to this album went to number 1 in the R&B charts.
New Jack Swing
In the late 80s into the early 90s a new sound began to emerge called New Jack Swing. This form incorporated hip-hop with contemporary soul, high-tech funk and in some cases rap and lasted for approximately six years. Keith Sweat was considered one of the stars of the new jack swing era highly influential when it comes to this form of music. In fact, many historians studying this form of music feel that it was his 1987debut album Make It Last Forever that kicked off the genre. His 1991 album Keep it Coming and the track “Why Me Baby” featuring LL Cool J is considered one of his final New Jack Swing albums.
Following Albums
In 1994 he released a fourth album entitled Get Up On It. From this album he had yet another hit in the track “How Do You Like It?” In 1996 he entered a non-music related endeavor by opening the nightclub “The Industry” which was meant as a nightclub for celebrities where they could relax with other celebrities. Following the opening of his club Sweat released a fifth album simply named Keith Sweat. The tracks “Twisted” and “Nobody” moved up to the top five on the pop charts. In 1998 he released the album Still in the Game which went Platinum. He has continued to release albums, although these later ventures have not reached the level of success that his earlier albums achieved. In 2000 he released the album Didn’t See Me Coming, in 2002 Rebirth and in 2003 Keith Sweat Live; all under Elektra. In 2007 he releases the Christmas album Christmas of Love and Sweat Hotel Live. In 2008 with the label Atco, Sweat released Just Me and Some More. His most recent album as of 2011 is Ridin’ Solo, which was released in 2010 by Kedar.
The Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage welcomes Trace Adkins on Wednesday, July 29 to the CA State Fair. Get ready for a night of hit songs, nonstop energy, and memories that will last. The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
Over the course of his three-decade reign in Country music, MULTI-PLATINUM hitmaker Trace Adkins has emerged as a full-fledged icon whose reach spans far beyond the genre’s borders. A multi-award-winning singer and actor who’s scored 40 hit singles on Country radio, the Louisiana native is now nearing the 30th anniversary of his trailblazing debut album Dreamin’ Out Loud—a 1996 LP that delivered his No. 1 “(This Ain’t) No Thinkin’ Thing” and “Every Light In The House” (a Top 5 entry on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart). With 12 MILLION albums sold to date, the superstar entertainer recently followed his featured spot on Blake Shelton’s Friends & Heroes Tour with his own What Color’s Your Wild Tour (a hot-ticket headline run named for his hard-driving anthem released in early 2025) and will be embarking on his 30th Anniversary headline run in 2026. For the latest entry in a celebrated filmography including acclaimed movies like Deepwater Horizon and a recurring role on the blockbuster sitcom King of the Hill, Adkins is next reprising his role as MercyMe manager Scott Brickell in I Can Only Imagine 2 (due out February 2026) after appearing as Big Buck in Day of Reckoning (a 2025 action film that featured his rousing revenge ballad “That Someday” in its closing credits). Also a devoted philanthropist with a deep-rooted passion for giving back to the military community, he’s helped raise millions of dollars to support injured post-9/11 veterans as part of his work with the Wounded Warrior Project and received a multitude of honors for his humanitarian work, including the National Defense Industrial Association’s Dwight D. Eisenhower Award. A true American legend whose powerhouse catalog includes 14 studio albums, Adkins continues to embody the fiery spirit of traditional Country while moving the genre forward with his ever-evolving sound.
Dark Star Orchestra is bringing their iconic live experience to the California State Fair on Thursday, July 30 as part of the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage! Known for recreating the magic and spirit of classic Grateful Dead shows, Dark Star Orchestra delivers timeless songs, and a concert experience that keeps fans dancing all night long. The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
Performing to critical acclaim for nearly 30 years and over 3300 shows, Dark Star Orchestra continues the Grateful Dead live concert experience. The seven-piece band performs shows based on actual Grateful Dead set lists from their 30 years of touring, or creates unique sets from the Dead’s extensive catalog. This approach allows fans both young and old to share in the experience while offering a continually evolving artistic outlet within this musical canon.
Dark Star Orchestra offers much more than just the sound of the Grateful Dead—they truly encapsulate the energy and experience. It’s about that sense of familiarity and contagious energy that creates the complete concert experience fans expect.
The band has featured guest performances from six original Grateful Dead members: Phil Lesh, Bob Weir, Bill Kreutzmann, Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, Vince Welnick, and Tom Constanten, plus longtime Dead soundman Dan Healy. Other notable guests have included Mike Gordon and Jon Fishman of Phish, Warren Haynes, Steve Kimock, and many more.
“For us it’s a chance to recreate some of the magic that was created for us over the years,” explains keyboardist and vocalist Rob Barraco. “We offer a sort of historical perspective at what it might have been like to go to a show in 1985, 1978 or whenever. Even for Deadheads who can say they’ve been to a hundred shows in the 90s, we offer something they never got to see live.”
The CAStateFair is bringing Boyz II Men to the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage Friday, July 31! The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
Boyz II Men redefined popular R&B and continue to tour with their timeless hits that appeal to fans across all generations. The band has penned and performed some of the most celebrated classics of the past three decades. Music lovers can expect favorites such as “End of the Road,” “I’ll Make Love to You,” “One Sweet Day” and “Motownphilly.” The group’s four Grammy Awards are just the tip of the iceberg; throughout its 30 plus-year career, Boyz II Men has also won a whopping nine American Music Awards, nine Soul Train Awards, three Billboard Music Awards and a MOBO Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music. Boyz II Men’s accolades also include receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and a Casino Entertainment Award for the group’s acclaimed residency at the Mirage Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, which launched in 2013.The trio holds the distinction of being the best-selling R&B group of all time, with an astounding 64 million albums sold. The reason is abundantly clear — for the past three decades, Boyz II Men has given fans a rich catalog of hits filled with smooth harmonies and enduring themes and for Boyz II Men, the hits just keep on coming. The group continues to bring its legendary act to stages across the world. In 2021, Boyz II Men starred in ABC’s “A Very Boy Band Holiday,” “Live in Front of a Studio Audience: The Facts of Life and Diff’rent Strokes” and “CMT Crossroads Christmas: Brett Young & Friends.” In November 2023, Boyz II Men starred in a national television spot by recreating the iconic Chili’s Baby Back Ribs jingle, which turned into a viral sensation for the next generation. The trio recently opened the 2024 NFL season by singing the national anthem for Monday Night Football and sang the anthem once again at F1 in Las Vegas last November. Ending the 2024 holiday season Boyz II Men also collaborated with the Kelce brothers for a new Christmas song. In 2025, the group announced they will be working on a biopic movie and documentary. Most recently they are featured on music from Disneyland Resort 70th celebration with their rendition of “Rainbow Connection.” They continue to tour across the world.
Get ready to groove and sing along to popular hits like “Why Can’t We Be Friends”, “Low Rider”, “Spill the Wine”, and “The Cisco Kid”. WAR performs on the final Saturday of the California State Fair, as part of the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage on August 1, 2026. The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
WAR’s signature fusion of funk, soul, jazz, Latin, rock and street music is what first propelled them to prominence over five decades ago, but it was their ability to craft songs of social consciousness that further cemented their place in the modern American songbook. The immediate global impact of “Why Can’t We Be Friends?” was so profound that NASA transmitted the title track into space during the historic Apollo-Soyuz mission in 1975. Since then, WAR have continued to sing out against racism, hunger, crime and conflict, while their music has been sampled by Janet Jackson, Tupac, Beastie Boys, Method Man, Sublime, Redman, Cypress Hill, Shaggy, A$AP Mob, Scarface, The Geto Boys, De La Soul, Flo Rida, Liam Payne, Thomas Rhett and more, and covered by everyone from Willie Nelson to The Muppets, George Clinton, Phish, ZZ Top and The Isley Brothers.
With more than 50 million albums sold, 20 gold, platinum and multi-platinum records, three Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominations, a GRAMMY® Hall of Fame entry, four #1 LPs, nine Top 10s and twenty Top 40 songs, WAR didn’t just define the sound of the 1970s, they became a lasting voice for creative collaboration and social change, with a mission of love and harmony that resonates now more than ever. From the prophetic message of “Why Can’t We Be Friends?” to the timeless groove of “Low Rider,” this collection captures WAR at their most innovative and socially impactful. More than just a musical milestone, Why Can’t We Be Friends? (50th Anniversary Collector’s Edition) reaffirms the album’s relevance, both as a reflection of the polarizing era that inspired it, and as a beacon of hope for our present and future.
As WAR continues its sixth decade, their influence remains undeniable. Recent honors including their inductions/presentation of a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and a key to the city of Long Beach, further cement WAR’s status as musical and cultural giants.
Yacht Rock Revue is bringing smooth harmonies, laid-back vibes, and feel-good favorites to the California State Fair on Sunday, August 2 as part of the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage! The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
Yacht Rock Revue, hailed by Rolling Stone as the “world’s premier soft-rock party band,” invites listeners on a nostalgic voyage through the sun-soaked melodies of the ’70s and ’80s. With dy-no-mite renditions of hits by Kenny Loggins, Michael McDonald, Steely Dan, Christopher Cross, and more, Yacht Rock Revue is widely recognized as the driving force behind the yacht rock resurgence, sharing stages with icons and garnering a devoted following of “Anchorheads.” 2026 marks their most ambitious production yet, but with the intimacy and interactive touch that harkens back to their days as a club band. Channeling the golden age of television and their humble beginnings in an Atlanta, GA basement in 2007, it’s PRIMETIME.
Yacht Rock Revue is bringing smooth harmonies, laid-back vibes, and feel-good favorites to the California State Fair on Sunday, August 2 as part of the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage! The concert is FREE with general admission to the fair which runs from July 17 to August 2!
Yacht Rock Revue, hailed by Rolling Stone as the “world’s premier soft-rock party band,” invites listeners on a nostalgic voyage through the sun-soaked melodies of the ’70s and ’80s. With dy-no-mite renditions of hits by Kenny Loggins, Michael McDonald, Steely Dan, Christopher Cross, and more, Yacht Rock Revue is widely recognized as the driving force behind the yacht rock resurgence, sharing stages with icons and garnering a devoted following of “Anchorheads.” 2026 marks their most ambitious production yet, but with the intimacy and interactive touch that harkens back to their days as a club band. Channeling the golden age of television and their humble beginnings in an Atlanta, GA basement in 2007, it’s PRIMETIME.
