Hit the Lights Tickets

Hit the Lights is a standout force in pop punk and easycore, born in 2003 in Lima, Ohio. Named as a nod to Metallica’s Hit the Lights from the album Kill 'Em All, the band has built a reputation for high-energy live shows and anthemic melodies that resonate with fans across the United States. Over the years, they’ve balanced catchy hooks with raw emo-tinged intensity, maintaining a dedicated following while evolving with the genre.

Fans can expect dynamic performances, crowd-chantable choruses, and a set that pays homage to their lengthy career while pushing forward into new material and anniversary celebrations. We’ve got you with easy, no-fuss access to Hit the Lights shows—secure your seats and join the wave at venues across the country.

Biography: Formed in 2003 in Lima, Ohio, Hit the Lights emerged with a blend of pop punk and easycore that features energetic stage presence and sing-along hooks. The band’s name, inspired by Metallica’s Hit the Lights, signals their classic-rock-informed roots fused with modern punk energy. Their early work, including This Is a Stick Up... Don't Make It a Murder (2006) and Skip School, Start Fights (2008), helped them chart on the Billboard 200 and set the stage for a lasting career.

Discography Highlights: Their studio albums begin with This Is a Stick Up... Don't Make It a Murder (2006), followed by Skip School, Start Fights (2008), Invicta (2012), and Summer Bones (2015). The band’s releases mirror a trajectory of energetic riffs, catchy choruses, and emotionally charged vocals, with powerhouse live performances that earned Warped Tour appearance in 2009. Since signing with Pure Noise Records in 2014, Hit the Lights has continued to influence the scene, even as members faced lineup changes, including the passing of former guitarist Kyle Maite in 2022.

Achievements: The group has sold over 120,000 albums in North America, with This Is a Stick Up... Don’t Make It a Murder peaking at #41 on the Top 200 and Skip School, Start Fights reaching #97 on the Billboard 200 in 2008. Invicta peaked at #129 on the US Billboard 200, marking a solid commercial foothold in the early 2010s. They’ve remained a staple in the scene, receiving coverage in outlets like Screen Rant’s 2025 list of forgotten pop-punk bands.

Recent and Upcoming Activity: The 2025–26 period features a 20-year debut album anniversary tour push with shows across the US from September to December 2025. Expect a mix of classic tracks and fresh material, performed with the same energy that has kept fans returning show after show. Follow Hit the Lights for tour updates, new releases, and behind-the-scenes content on their official channels.