Five For Fighting and Vertical Horizon

Aug 23, 2025 at 8:00 PM · Knitting Factory Boise, Boise, ID Knitting Factory Boise, Boise, ID

Aug 23

Past Concert

LineUp

Five For Fighting

2 concerts

Five for Fighting is John Ondrasik's solo act, famed for hits like "Superman (It's Not Easy)" and "100 Years." Raised in L.A.'s San Fernando Valley, he blends emotive pop/rock with influences from Billy Joel and Stevie Wonder. He gained fame post-9/11, performed at the Concert for New York City, and saw America Town go platinum. Collaborations include Steven Schwartz and Jim Brickman. Known for poignant lyrics, Ondrasik critiques political issues through songs like "Blood on My Hands."

Vertical Horizon

1 concert

Formed at Georgetown University, Vertical Horizon began as a folk duo and evolved into a pop/rock band. Known for "Everything You Want," they’ve collaborated with Dave Matthews Band drummer Carter Beauford and Rush’s Neil Peart. Their major-label debut went double platinum, cementing their place in early 2000s rock.