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Oceans Calling with Jimmy Eat World, Noah Kahan, and more

Sep 29, 2023 at 12:00 PM  ·  Ocean City Inlet, Ocean City, MD Ocean City Inlet, Ocean City, MD

Oceans Calling
Sep 29
Oceans Calling
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Formed in Mesa, Arizona, in 1993, alternative rock and power pop band Jimmy Eat World became a mid-90s emo trailblazer. They achieved mainstream success with their 1999 landmark album Clarity and the platinum-selling 2001 release Bleed American, featuring the hit single "The Middle."
Two-time GRAMMY-nominated Vermont singer-songwriter Noah Kahan is known for his multi-platinum breakthrough album Stick Season and its chart-topping title track. He has amassed over 16 billion streams and launched The Busyhead Project mental health non-profit.
Michigander is Jason Singer's indie rock project, formed in Kalamazoo, Michigan in 2014. Known for hook-driven melodies and earnest storytelling, his sound blends alternative rock with electronic touches. Popular songs include "Let Down" and "Better." Michigander released the self-titled album in 2025 and "Over Before You Know It" in 2026.
Originating in Maryland, O.A.R. formed thirty years ago and achieved multiplatinum success with over 1 billion streams. Known for selling out Madison Square Garden and Red Rocks, they have released albums since 1997's The Wanderer and founded the Oceans Calling Festival.
Canadian singer-songwriter Alanis Morissette achieved international superstardom with her 1995 blockbuster album Jagged Little Pill. Featuring hits like You Oughta Know and Ironic, the multi-platinum release earned multiple Grammy Awards, establishing her alternative rock angst and emotional candor.
Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, singer-songwriter and guitarist John Mayer is known for blending pop, rock, blues, and soul. He rose to fame with his triple-platinum 2001 debut, Room for Squares, and earned multiple Grammy Awards for hits like Your Body Is a Wonderland and Daughters.
Formed in 1987 in Tempe, Arizona, alternative rock band Gin Blossoms are best known for their 1992 major-label debut, New Miserable Experience, and hit singles like Hey Jealousy and Found Out About You. Featuring a jangling 1980s-inspired sound, the group achieved major chart success in the mid-1990s before disbanding briefly and later reuniting to tour and record new music.
Formed in Los Angeles, multiplatinum pop band Fitz and The Tantrums are known for energetic live shows and hits like HandClap, Out of My League, The Walker, and Moneygrabber. Amassing billions of streams across five albums, the group features Michael Fitzpatrick, Noelle Scaggs, James King, Jeremy Ruzumna, and Joseph Karnes.
Led by guitarist and vocalist Jakob Dylan, alternative rock band the Wallflowers blended rootsy accessibility with arena-friendly sounds. They achieved a major breakthrough with their multi-platinum 1996 album Bringing Down the Horse and released the comeback album Exit Wounds.
Weezer, formed in Los Angeles in 1992, is an American rock band known for alternative rock, power pop, and geek rock. They blend guitar-shredding with grunge intensity. Popular songs include "Buddy Holly," "Island in the Sun," and "Say It Ain't So." Notable albums include the "Blue Album," "Pinkerton," and the "SZNZ" EPs. They've sold over 35 million albums worldwide and collaborated with artists like Lil Wayne and AJR.
Two-time GRAMMY nominee Grace Potter is a acclaimed rock artist known for five studio albums, including the nominated Daylight, and major festival performances. She has collaborated with industry icons like The Rolling Stones and Kenny Chesney, and founded the Grand Point North Festival.
San Francisco's Third Eye Blind, formed in 1993, is an alternative rock band celebrated for catchy melodies and introspective lyrics. Their iconic hits include "Semi-Charmed Life," "Jumper," and "How's It Going to Be." Their debut album achieved 6x platinum status, and recent recordings like "Our Bande Apart" showcase their enduring sound.
Formed in Southern California in 2001, Dirty Heads mix hip-hop, reggae, and rock. They are best known for their 2017 hit Vacation, which went viral globally in 2021, and their albums including Midnight Control and 7 Seas.
Born in Philadelphia, Garrett Dutton broke out in the 90s with his band Special Sauce and their Gold-selling debut. Over three decades, he released acclaimed albums with the band and solo, played major festivals, and collaborated with Jack Johnson and Dave Matthews.
Founded in Ocean Beach, California by childhood friends Miles Doughty and Kyle McDonald, Slightly Stoopid blends rock, reggae, and punk. Mentored by Sublime's Bradley Nowell, the band launched Stoopid Records, releasing the platinum single Closer To The Sun alongside gold hits 2am and Collie Man. Known for extensive global touring, they have collaborated with Snoop Dogg, Bob Weir, and Stephen Marley.
Born in Missouri, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow blends roots rock, pop, soul, and country. Rising to fame with her 1993 debut Tuesday Night Music Club and its hit All I Wanna Do, she became a lasting mainstream rock icon and entered the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2023.
Devon Gilfillian is a soul artist blending rock, funk, and country. He recorded his album Time Will Tell live to tape at Nashville's RCA Studio A alongside executive producer Neal H Pogue and drummer Jonathan Smalt.
Multi-platinum singer-songwriter Jack Johnson has released seven studio albums and two live albums selling over 25 million copies worldwide. He founded the Kokua Hawaii Foundation and Johnson Ohana Foundation, and leads environmental efforts in the music industry.
Nathaniel Rateliff, raised in rural Missouri, learned music from his church-playing family. Relocating to Denver at 19, he released several early albums and EPs before achieving prominence with Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats.
Denver indie-folk hitmakers The Lumineers: “Ho Hey,” “Gloria,” “Brightside”; 24 #1s, 3x‑platinum debut, #1 Cleopatra, 2 Grammy noms; 1.1M‑ticket world tour.
Formed in California in 1986 by teens adopting a joke name from Monty Python, Toad the Wet Sprocket features members Glen Phillips, Todd Nichols, and Dean Dinning. Known for introspective lyrics, melodic guitars, and vocal harmonies, they released Rings: The Acoustic Sessions.
Brooklyn duo Matt & Kim (keys/vocals + drums): high-energy dance-punk/pop. Broke out with viral “Daylight”; known for bold videos. Sidewalks Top 40; collabs incl. Santigold & Mark Hoppus.
Dispatch, a leading independent rock band known for hits and activism, has eight acclaimed albums, sold-out MSG shows, huge world tours, and a 110K-fan Boston concert.
Ben Harper is a versatile songwriter spanning pop, reggae, soul, blues, rock, funk and folk. He has released 18 studio albums, sold over 16 million records, and won 3 Grammy Awards. Songs include Yard Sale with Jack Johnson.
Joe P, born Joe Parella, is an alternative rock singer-songwriter from Sparta, New Jersey, known for his authentic, DIY sound crafted in his basement studio. His viral TikTok videos led to hits like "Off My Mind," which topped Triple A radio. His discography includes EPs "Emily Can't Sing" and "French Blonde", and the album "Garden State Vampire". He also won an award for his short film "If We Run."
Incubus, a renowned alternative band from Los Angeles, featuring Brandon Boyd, Mike Einziger, and more, are celebrated for hits like "Drive" and iconic albums like "Morning View." With over 23 million albums sold and numerous Top 5 Billboard 200 debuts, they are known for boundary-pushing sound and rapturous live shows, including their Hollywood Bowl performance.
Declan McKenna, from Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, moved to Los Angeles and recorded his album What Happened to the Beach? with producer Gianluca Buccellati. Made under the California sun, it has playful grooves, loose structures, and a weirder, wonkier sound.
White Reaper, a rock band formed by Tony Esposito, Ryan Hater, Hunter Thompson, Nick & Sam Wilkerson, rose with albums like "White Reaper Does It Again" & hit "Might Be Right". Known for electric live shows & opening for Pearl Jam.
THE DRIVER ERA, brothers Ross and Rocky Lynch from Los Angeles, craft alternative rock, funk, and R&B. Known for energetic performances and genre-bending sound, their popular songs include "Preacher Man," "A Kiss," and "Malibu." Albums like "X," "Girlfriend," "Summer Mixtape," and "Obsession" showcase their evolving music. Ross Lynch is also an acclaimed actor, and the duo has sold out shows globally.
Vancouver-based indie rock band Peach Pit debuted with Sweet FA (2016), followed by albums You and Your Friends (2020) and From 2 to 3 (2022). Known for dreamy, guitar-driven songs with introspective lyrics, psychedelia, and classic pop touches.
Oceans Calling is a multi-day music festival originating in Ocean City, Maryland, conceived in partnership with the band O.A.R. It celebrates diverse genres including rock, indie, alternative, and pop, drawing nationally recognized artists. The festival is known for its unique beachfront setting, offering live music alongside culinary experiences and boardwalk attractions. It has become a major success, recognized as a significant music event.
Michael Franti is an American singer, songwriter, and poet born in Oakland, California. He blends R&B, hip-hop, soul, folk, rock, and reggae. After early projects like the Beatnigs and Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy, he formed the band Spearhead, releasing acclaimed albums such as Home and the top 20 hit Say Hey (I Love You).
The New Respects, a Nashville-based family band, blends pop, soul, and rock & roll. Influenced by Aretha Franklin and Led Zeppelin, their 2017 EP "Here Comes Trouble" featured the hit "Trouble." Featured in Rolling Stone's "10 New Artists You Need to Know," they've toured with ZZ Ward and Switchfoot.
California-born Animal Liberation Orchestra (ALO) blends rock, folk, and jam styles with joyful, soulful vibes. Known for dynamic live shows, they’ve collaborated with producer David Simon-Baker.
Gainesville, Florida guitarist Mike Campbell co-founded Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, co-writing many hits and co-producing albums. He wrote Don Henley’s “Boys of Summer,” joined Fleetwood Mac’s 2018 World Tour, and leads The Dirty Knobs.

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