California Is For Lovers

The “California is for Lovers Festival” has revealed additional artists to their lineup – Finch, The Matches, A Static Lullaby and Red Jumpsuit Apparatus – at The Torch at the LA Memorial Coliseum, Saturday, August 31. They join previously announced acts, Hawthorne Heights, Saosin, Anberlin, Cartel, Bilmuri, Stick To Your Guns, This Wild Life, New Aesthetic and boycomma.

As a special treat for fans, both Hawthorne Heights and Saosin will perform their landmark albums The Silence in Black and White and Saosin, respectively, in their entirety to celebrate each album’s 20^th anniversary.

Tickets for The Torch date are available via Ticketmaster.

The “Is For Lovers Festival” launched in 2022, with Hawthorne Heights, the founders and curators of the annual outing, bringing the touring trek to three cities for its inaugural run. In 2023, “Is For Lovers” expanded to 10 cities, spanning the U.S, from Hawaii to the Outerbanks of North Carolina. Named after Hawthorne Heights’ iconic song, “Ohio Is For Lovers,” previous performers have included Jimmy Eat World, Thrice, Alkaline Trio, Underoath, Yellowcard, The Story So Far, State Champs, Bayside, Thursday, and more. Beyond the music, “Is For Lovers” delivers an all-around experience for attendees, fostering collaborations with local vendors, hosting a diverse, regionally-inspired marketplace, and featuring a range of activities such as the renowned “Dunk-a-Punk” booth. With its blends of music, camaraderie, and entertainment, “Is For Lovers” stands as a vibrant celebration of community and happiness.