HOME GROWN Announces First Shows of 2027 Kings of Pop 25th Anniversary Celebration
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HOME GROWN Announces First Shows of 2027 Kings of Pop 25th Anniversary Celebration
Legendary pop-punk band kicks off a year-long celebration with January performances in San Diego and Los Angeles
After 25 years of fans asking, HOME GROWN is officially kicking off the first chapter of what will become a full slate of performances celebrating the 25th anniversary of their beloved album, Kings of Pop.
After 25 years of fans asking, HOME GROWN is officially kicking off the first chapter of what will become a full slate of performances celebrating the 25th anniversary of their beloved album, Kings of Pop. The anniversary celebration begins in Southern California with performances on January 15, 2027 at The Observatory North Park in San Diego and January 16, 2027 at The El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles, marking the start of a year of special shows still to be announced.
Originally released in 2002, Kings of Pop has become one of the defining records of the early-2000s pop-punk era. Featuring fan favorites that have stood the test of time, the album continues to resonate more than two decades later and remains a cornerstone release for pop-punk fans around the world.
Joining HOME GROWN for both performances are longtime friends and fellow Drive-Thru Records label mates ALLISTER, who will also be celebrating the 25th anniversary of their landmark album, Last Stop Suburbia. Additional support will be announced in the coming weeks.
“25 years. Kings of Pop might be turning silver but these songs are still gold. You know what else is silver? Our hair.” says Johnee Trash (aka John Tran) “What a better time to celebrate an album which we recorded at age of 25, 25 years later. We still can’t believe even after all these years that our fans are still around and growing. Thanks pop-punk mom and dads!”
To coincide with the anniversary celebration, Drive-Thru Records has also announced the long-awaited return of Kings of Pop on vinyl for the first time in more than a decade. The new pressing will be available for purchase beginning Friday.
The San Diego and Los Angeles dates mark the beginning of a much larger 2027 celebration, with additional shows and announcements to be revealed throughout the year.
For tickets, updates, and future announcements, follow HOME GROWN on social media.
ABOUT HOME GROWN
Formed in Southern California, HOME GROWN became one of pop-punk’s defining bands of the late 1990s and early 2000s, earning a devoted following through relentless touring and the release of their now-classic album, Kings of Pop. After stepping away from the stage, the band reunited in 2024 for their first performances in 19 years, reigniting the chemistry that made them fan favorites while introducing a new generation to their music. Since then they’ve played Slam Dunk, Four Chord, and all sorts of shows around the states including playing of the last shows at Chain Reaction to celebrate 30s of their first album That’s Business. In 2027, HOME GROWN celebrates the 25th anniversary of Kings of Pop with a year of special performances honoring one of the genre’s most enduring records.
SHOW DATES w/ LINKS
January 15, 2027 – The Observatory North Park – San Diego, CA (Tickets)
January 16, 2027 – The El Rey Theatre – Los Angeles, CA (Tickets)
