An alternative rock band formed in Geneva is set to return to its New York roots to perform at The Great New York State Fair this summer.
Gym Class Heroes, fronted by Travie McCoy, will perform at The Fair's Chevy Court on Sunday, Aug. 30, at 1 p.m.
The band, which is known for hits like "Billionaire," "Stereo Hearts" and "Cupid's Chokehold," rose to fame in the 2000s but is now starting a new project to highlight its artistic evolution, The Fair said.
McCoy is said to be leading the band into a new era that blends the sound fans have known and loved with their transformative and creative new material.
According to The Fair, this new era for McCoy and Gym Class Heroes will explore themes of resilience and transformation through musical storytelling.
“Travie McCoy’s distinctive sound and ability to connect with audiences have made him one of the most recognizable voices to come out of New York State,” The Great New York State Fair Director Julie LaFave said. “We’re proud to welcome him home to The Fair and excited for fairgoers to experience a performance from an artist whose talent continues to resonate with fans around the world.”
Here is what to know.
Gym Class Heroes at NY State Fair: tickets, details
Gym Class Heroes will perform at the Chevy Court stage, located near Gate 1 at The Fair, on Aug. 30 at 1 p.m.
Tickets for all shows in the Chevrolet Music Series, including performances at both Chevy Court and Suburban Park, will be free to fairgoers with admission to the fair, which is $8 for adults and free for children under 12 and seniors 65 and up.
Seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Chevy Court concert lineup
Here are the confirmed concerts at Chevy Court, with some acts on some dates still to be determined:
- Wednesday, Aug. 26: The Commodores at 1 p.m.
- Wednesday, Aug. 26: Quiet Riot at 6 p.m.
- Thursday, Aug. 27: The Calling at 1 p.m.
- Thursday, Aug. 27: Cooper Alan at 6 p.m.
- Friday, Aug. 28: Kenny Metcalf as Elton at 1 p.m.
- Friday, Aug. 28: Brandy Clark at 6 p.m.
- Friday, Aug. 28: DJ Pretty Mess at 9 p.m.
- Saturday, Aug. 29: Maddox Batson at 6 p.m.
- Sunday, Aug. 30: Gym Class Heroes at 1 p.m.
- Sunday, Aug. 30:Air Supply at 6 p.m.
- Monday, Aug. 31: Aly & AJ at 6 p.m.
- Tuesday, Sept. 1: Pop 2000 Tour at 6 p.m.
- Wednesday, Sept 2: Wilson Phillips at 1 p.m.
- Wednesday, Sept. 2:Priscilla Block at 6 p.m.
- Thursday, Sept. 3: Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone at 1 p.m.
- Thursday, Sept. 3:Jesse McCartney at 6 p.m.
- Friday, Sept. 4: Better Than Ezra at 1 p.m.
- Friday, Sept. 4:Braxton Keith at 6 p.m.
- Friday, Sept. 4: Shrek Rave at 9 p.m.
- Saturday, Sept. 5: JAMS Funk Fest (multiple artists) from noon to 9:30 p.m.
- Sunday, Sept. 6: The Magic School Bus at 1 p.m.
Suburban Park concert lineup
The Suburban Park shows will be located on the western end of the Fairgrounds, beyond the Midway, according to The Fair's website. All shows at Suburban Park will be held at 8 p.m., except for the last show on Sept. 7, which will be held at 6 p.m.
Here are the concerts confirmed so far, with some acts on some dates still to be determined:
- Wednesday, Aug. 26: The All-American Rejects
- Thursday, Aug. 27: Sean Paul
- Friday, Aug. 28: Melissa Etheridge
- Sunday, Aug. 30: Flo Rida
- Monday, Aug. 31: Ashanti
- Tuesday, Sept. 1: Scotty McCreery
- Wednesday, Sept. 2: Tori Kelly
- Thursday, Sept. 3: ZZ Top
- Friday, Sept. 4: Violent Femmes
- Saturday, Sept. 5: Trace Adkins
- Monday, Sept. 7: Wyclef Jean at 6 p.m.
The Great New York State Fair: location, dates, tickets
The Great New York State Fair will return later this summer, Aug. 26 to Sept. 7, in Syracuse with 41 national recording acts in the Chevrolet Music Series.
Admission is $8. Children 12 and younger, along with senior citizens 65 and older, can get into The Fair for free. All performances in the Chevrolet Music Series are included with admission into The Fair.
The Fair will be held at the New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Boulevard in Onondaga County, Syracuse.
For more information on the upcoming fair and the Chevrolet Music Series, visit nysfair.ny.gov/.
—Madison Scott is a New York Connect reporter, covering entertainment, breaking and consumer news, and trending topics with a focus on stories that matter to readers across New York State. She also has an interest in how the system helps or doesn't helpfamilies with missing loved ones. She can be reached at MDScott@USATodayco.com.
This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Geneva-founded Gym Class Heroes to perform at New York State Fair
