Summercamp Reunites for First Show in Over 25 Years

Alt-rock band from the '90s to perform at the Santa Barbara Lobero with Nerf Herder and Ridel High on April 18.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 9:28pm

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An abstract close-up photograph of shimmering sequins and shattered glass, capturing the high-energy glamour of a 1990s rock concert.The reunion of 1990s alt-rock band Summercamp promises to bring the glitz and energy of a bygone era back to the Santa Barbara music scene.Santa Barbara Today

Summercamp, the alt-rock band from Santa Barbara that found success in the 1990s, is reuniting for their first show in over 25 years. The band, consisting of Tim Cullen, Misha Feldmann, Sean McCue, and Tony Sevener, will be performing at the Lobero Theatre on April 18, joining fellow '90s acts Nerf Herder and Ridel High.

Why it matters

Summercamp was part of a vibrant rock 'n' roll scene in Santa Barbara in the 1990s, with the band gaining national attention and even finding success in Japan. The reunion show is a chance for the band's original fans to reconnect and for a new generation to discover their music.

The details

Summercamp first formed when lead vocalist and guitarist Sean McCue and guitarist Tim Cullen met in a high school history class and bonded over their shared love of music. They later connected with bassist Misha Feldmann and drummer Tony Sevener to round out the band. As the local music scene in Santa Barbara grew, so did Summercamp's reach, leading to a record deal with Maverick and tours across North America and in Japan.

  • Summercamp will perform at the Lobero Theatre on April 18, 2026.
  • The band's debut album 'Pure Juice' was released in the 1990s.
  • Summercamp toured North America a few times, including performing at Lollapalooza.
  • The band toured in Japan, where they had a massive following.
  • Summercamp's second album was never released due to issues with their record label.

The players

Summercamp

An alt-rock band from Santa Barbara that found success in the 1990s, consisting of Tim Cullen, Misha Feldmann, Sean McCue, and Tony Sevener.

Nerf Herder

The headlining act for the Summercamp reunion show, another '90s alt-rock band from the Santa Barbara music scene.

Ridel High

The third act performing at the Summercamp reunion show, also part of the Santa Barbara rock scene in the 1990s.

Tim Cullen

The lead vocalist and guitarist of Summercamp.

Misha Feldmann

The bassist for Summercamp.

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What they’re saying

“I'm super grateful that Nerf Herder asked us to play. It's both a reunion for the bands in the show, as we were all 'buddies' in the '90s, but it is also a reunion with all the friends who are coming to see it.”

— Tim Cullen, Lead vocalist and guitarist, Summercamp

“It's in your DNA. Those songs, they're right there... So, I'm really looking forward to this weekend [for the first rehearsal]. All the inside jokes and all the fun just hanging with your friends. That feeling gets injected into the music.”

— Sean McCue, Lead vocalist and guitarist, Summercamp

“It was a special time... everyone was good. There was a culture of constant collaboration and support, with musicians regularly attending each other's shows. It was a ridiculous amount of talent for a town that small.”

— Tim Cullen, Lead vocalist and guitarist, Summercamp

What’s next

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The takeaway

This reunion show highlights the enduring appeal of Summercamp's music and the vibrant rock scene that existed in Santa Barbara in the 1990s. It's a chance for longtime fans to reconnect and for a new generation to discover the band's alt-rock sound.