Hey everyone! Jeanna here, back from a photo sojourn in Africa. It’s good to be back with you all! A very special thanks to Lisa who did such a fabulous job of running LOBH in my absence. Thanks Lis! Now, on with the new updates.
First up, we’ve got another Jon Foreman solo show for you from iTickets! (Thanks Kim!):
It’s been less than a week since the Bro-Am, and we’ve still got lots of cool updates from the events for you.
AspenSpin.com posted an article and photo recap of the events – read the full article by clicking HERE:
The 8th annual Switchfoot Bro-Am set all the records. More people, more money & awareness raised to support STAND UP FOR KIDS, more music, more surfing, more love for community and more fun. Everybody Bro-ed out.
As chronicled the past 2 years on AspenSpin, the Bro-Am is basically the “perfect beach day” at Moonlight Beach in Encinitas. This year’s incarnation might be in the running for Best Day Ever. A picture perfect So. Cal. beach day filled with surf, sun, music and Bros.
D Street, Encinitas. Air Temp: 65 degrees, Water Temp: 65 degrees. Steady winds from the SW with some good swells creating totally surfable waves in the 2-4 ft. range. The surf contest field was composed of world champs and rock stars, and this year was the inaugural Rob Machado Bro Junior, so grommets too. The day included a non-stop array of musical talent on the main stage culminating with a killer set from Jon Foreman and Friends (a.k.a. Switchfoot). All presented by Hurley.
If was Switchfoot all weekend.
Check out their photo sets by heading right HERE for auction shots and HERE for beach day photos!
Photo Credit: AspenSpin.com
Photo Credit: AspenSpin.com
Photo Credit: AspenSpin.com
Photo Credit: AspenSpin.com
Photo Credit: AspenSpin.com
Our friend Jordan linked us to her blogs covering the Bro-Am festivities – she’s got some awesome shots! Check ‘em all out right HERE and my favorites below:
Photo Credit: Jordan Z
Photo Credit: Jordan Z
Photo Credit: Jordan Z
Photo Credit: Jordan Z
Photo Credit: Jordan Z
Photo Credit: Jordan Z
Photo Credit: Jordan Z
Photo Credit: Jordan Z
Photo Credit: Jordan Z
Photo Credit: Jordan Z
Check out these incredible shots by Tiffany D on Tumblr right HERE!:
Photo Credit: Tiffany D
Photo Credit: Tiffany D
LiveNaturallyHigh posted some great shots from the beach – check out the set HERE!
Photo Credit: Live Naturally High
Photo Credit: Live Naturally High
Photo Credit: Live Naturally High
Photos from the San Diego Fair by Darren Tung:
Photo Credit: Darren Tung
Photo Credit: Darren Tung
Photo Credit: Darren Tung
Photo Credit: Darren Tung
The San Diego Fair posted a video recap of Switchfoot’s electric performance at the fair:
RanchoSantaFeReview.com wrote about the auction night soiree:
To kick off to the eighth annual Switchfoot Bro-Am surf contest and concert, a Bro-Am Auction Night Soiree was held June 14 at The Crosby at Rancho Santa Fe.
The evening featured a “taste of San Diego” format, with guests savoring signature dishes from the area’s leading restaurants. Guests also enjoyed an exclusive live performance, entertainment by mentalist Lior Suchard, opportunity drawings, and silent and live auctions featuring Switchfoot’s own Drew Shirley as auctioneer and master of ceremonies.
The event benefits StandUp For Kids, a national nonprofit volunteer outreach organization founded in San Diego dedicated to making a difference in the lives of at-risk, homeless, and street kids.
KPRIFM also wrote about the events:
Saturday June 16th 2012 marked the 8th Annual Switchfoot Bro-Am (Presented by Hurley) held in Moonlight Beach, Encintas. Hundreds of all-ages San Diegans showed up for this free event, which raises money for local chapters of Stand Up For Kids, an organization supporting homeless youths.
It kicked off with surf contests starting at 7 AM, following with many contests throughout the day. Four-person corporate surf teams battled against each other, with the final as Hurley vs. Dragon. Local Carlsbad Dragon team was named the winner.
Rob Machado, a retired surfing icon and Cardiff local, also held the first Rob Machado Bro Jr, open to groms 16 and under. The entry was donating clothes and the top three went home with one of Rob’s very own surfboards. Surf Jousting was also a hilarious and fun event where the surfer was armed with a softtop board, huge Q-tip shaped joust, and ridiculous costumes. Knocking opponents off their board was the way to win and everybody was a winner.
Vendors and sponsors set up booths in a semicircle on the beach, providing free swag, local grub and friendly faces. 7/11 had their slurpee mobile up on a hill, slangin’ free samples of tasty summer flavors (make sure you check out “Watermelon Lime” next time you have a slurpee craving).
Around noon bands started to take the stage, with performances by pro surfer Makua Rothman, Jane Carey Band, Brandon & Leah, Le Blorr, and Dead Feather Moon. The day of fun in the sun culminated in a performance by Jon Foreman & Friends, the lead singer of Switchfoot, who performed all their well-known tracks as the sun began to set. Great entertainment, great cause, great people, great event. See you next year at the 9th annual.
That’s it for now! Be sure to check back later in the week for updates on Switchfoot’s upcoming shows in Germany!
In the first Where I Belong picture, does anyone know who that guy is on the far right? o.O
Oh that was the cameraman that was running around stage for like the whole entire show. :/
I think he’s from the Fading West crew
okey-dokey. It was just kinda weird looking across the picture and all the sudden… random guy. XD
Also, JESUS FREAK HIDEOUT recently held “Reader’s Choice Awards”…
http://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/features/ReadersChoice2012.asp
(SF came in 1st several times)
Jerome and I have the same birthday! I know, that was random but I’m on vacay in the woods and can’t get any reception sometimes so I’m a little late on saying HAPPY BIRTHDAY JEROME!
Love those Bro am pics toooo!:D
Thats’ so cool! Mine is the day before Tim’s.
That’s awesome! Mine’s 9 days after Romey’s lol :3
Hey, thanks for the posting on Jon’s solo show. Does anyone know anything about this one in NYC? The number that it lists for info connects with the local Salvation Army…not sure if that’s the correct number for info.
http://www.itickets.com/events/287251/New_York_NY/Jon_Foreman.html
The show is probably to benefit the Salvation Army. I’d contact the # given and see what they say!
Thanks Jeanna, I will give it a try!
Hey Jeanna,
I finally found the info on this concert. It was a little difficult to locate so I am posting a link with the details for it for those who are interested. The concert will be free. Spread the word! See this link for more info: http://www.facebook.com/events/130978510374190/
Thanks for the update on the solo show in Ft Worth.
I’ll be there! Has anyone been to one of his solo shows like the one in Washington state a few weeks back or any of the ones in California? What should I expect? # of songs? With Keith Tutt be with him? Totally excited already =)
He’ll probably play a 12 to 16 song setlist. It’s very likely that he’ll bring Keith with him if Keith is available. He’ll play a good mix of solo and switchfoot songs, with a few FF tunes… and hopefully some new songs as well!
Brady-
It will be amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I went to the two in TN and they were very different but both fantastic. Have fun!
Welcome back Jeanna, we missed you! Lisa did a great job!
And I love all the pictures, thanks for sharing everyone!
THATS ME!!! My youth pastor and I made the Bro-Am longboard in the collage!
saw myself standing behing jon in a beach picture…woot woot!!