Nerf Herder
Lobero Theatre The band celebrates the 30th anniversary of their breakout album, Nerf Herder, rocking all tracks – plus, beloved fan favorites from their multi-album catalog.
Originally released on Joey Cape’s pioneering punk label My Records, the eponymous album told tales of absurd joy and self-deprecating humor through witty high-energy songs like, “Down On Haley” and “Diana.” Upon release, lead single “Van Halen” rose to the top on San Francisco’s Live105, then spread nationwide, making Billboard’s alternative chart. The album and band were soon snapped up by Clive Davis for his Arista Records. MTV videos for “Van Halen” and “Sorry” quickly followed, as did their theme for Buffy The Vampire Slayer, and national and international tours with Weezer, The Bloodhound Gang, and more.
In honor of the 30th anniversary, a new acoustic version of the original album has been recorded by band founders Steve Sherlock and Parry Gripp with long-time members Ben Pringle and Linus Dotson. It will be available on vinyl and released at the show. Summercamp and Ridel High will be on hand to rep the remarkable cohort of musicians from Santa Barbara’s vibrant ‘90s music scene.
Premium ticket holders are invited to the Lobero’s pre-show reception and a pop-up Nerf Herder Museum featuring artifacts and ephemera from the band’s early days.
