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Vocalist Dexter Holland of the U.S. band The Offspring performs at the Lollapalooza festival at the Interlagos racetrack in Sao Paulo, Brazil, 22 March 2024. Lollapalooza Brazil begins its eleventh edition headed by the California bands Blink-182 and The Offspring as well as Thirty Seconds to Mars, SZA, Sam Smith and Gilberto Gil, among many other artists. Lollapalooza Brazil Festival, Sao Paulo - 22 Mar 2024
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The Offspring, one of the most iconic punk rock bands of the 1990s, recently electrified audiences with their performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! This legendary band, hailing from Garden Grove, California, has been a pivotal force in the realm of punk rock since its formation in 1984. The band's appearance on the popular television show was a spectacle of nostalgia and modern-day energy, as they played some of their timeless hits, including the anthemic “Come Out and Play.” This song, released in 1994 as a single from their third album “Smash,” not only reignited enthusiasm among long-time fans but showcased their enduring appeal to newer audiences.

The performance was part of a broader appearance on the show where The Offspring played a total of four songs. In addition to the televised rendition of “Come Out and Play,” they delivered powerful off-air performances of “You're Gonna Go Far, Kid,” “The Kids Aren't Alright,” and “Lookin' Out For #1.” Each song was executed with a vigor that belied the band's years in the industry, with fans commenting on how the band managed to capture the raw energy that first brought them fame. The lead-in from guitarist Noodles, who starts “Come Out and Play” with the iconic line “You gotta keep ’em separated,” set the tone for a show that was both a visual and auditory blast from the past.

The Offspring is currently in the midst of promoting their “Supercharged Worldwide in '25” tour, a 34-date North American spree supported by long-time punk contemporaries Jimmy Eat World and New Found Glory. This tour is not only a celebration of their latest album “Supercharged,” but it also marks several key milestones in their storied career. The tour itself speaks volumes of their commitment to their craft and their fans, offering not just standard admission but also VIP packages that enhance the overall fan experience. These packages include premium tickets, a rideshare voucher, an exclusive tour poster, and a limited edition gift pack, indicating the band’s dedication to making concertgoers feel part of something special.

The achievement of reaching the Spotify Billions Chart with multiple songs underlines The Offspring's ongoing relevance in the music industry. Their songs continue to dominate various rock and alternative airplay charts, thereby reaffirming their status as stalwarts of punk rock. The band's music was initially instrumental in breathing life back into punk rock in the 1990s alongside other greats like Green Day and Rancid, and it's clear their influential legacy shows no signs of waning.

The musical legacy of The Offspring is further punctuated by their success with “Smash” – an album that has sold over 11 million copies globally. This makes it the best-selling independently-released rock album of all time. At its peak, the album was a defining moment in punk rock history, helping to bring the genre back into the mainstream spotlight. As documented by music journalist Ian Winwood, guitarist Noodles recalled the surreal experience of juggling stardom with his day job as a janitor before the album's massive success took hold.

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