Toad The Wet Sprocket continue to uplift audiences with their melodic alt rock guitars, introspective lyrics, and signature vocal harmonies that catapulted them to mainstream success 30+ years ago on the 2025 Good Intentions U.S. headlining tour. The tour will come to Rose Music Center at The Heights on Tuesday, August 5 with special guests Semisonic and Sixpence None The Richer.
Throughout their career, Toad The Wet Sprocket have been staunchly independent in their artistic integrity. “We were young and it was us against the record company,” recalls guitarist Todd Nichols of their early days. “We had a bit of punk-rock ethos.”
This commitment to stay true to themselves, and DIY mentality also spilled over into the enduring relationship with their fans. Amassing a mailing list of 70,000 at the start of their career, the band forged deep connections with a devout and loyal core of fans, who they’ve continued to grow with.“It’s like a reunion of sorts,” reflects bassist Dean Dinning. “It’s almost like having family in the audience every night.”
Following the success of their second platinum selling album, Dulcinea, Toad The Wet Sprocket released a collection of B-sides and rarities, In Light Syrup, in 1995. The album single, “Good Intentions” – the namesake of this upcoming tour – found success at radio peaking at #23 on theBillboard Hot 100 Airplay chart and is featured amongst the likes of R.E.M., The Rembrandts, and Barenaked Ladies on the platinum-selling Friends soundtrack. It has since been in rotation on set lists including their most recent tours.
“I think the enduring appeal of our band is the songs,” says Dean. “Even though we were young when we made those early records, they don’t only speak to youth. As people have grown older, the songs have taken on new meaning in their lives.”
“As an artist, it feels good to know we can still make music that’s resonating,” adds singer Glen Phillips. “When we play ‘The Moment’ or ‘Transient Whales’ at our shows now, there’s a huge percentage of the audience who know every word of those songs, too.”
As in years past, Toad The Wet Sprocket will partner with a non-profit organization with shared values to inspire fans and give back. This year, Toad The Wet Sprocket will spotlight the National Parks Foundation (nationalparks.org) to support and protect our natural treasures.
The Rose Music Center box office will be open on Friday, March 14 from 10am – 3pm for the Toad The Wet Sprocket on sale.
Reserved Seating: $38.50* – $88.50* Click here to view ticket prices.
