The All-American Rejects are a pop-rock and alternative-rock band formed in Stillwater, Oklahoma, by vocalist-bassist Tyson Ritter and guitarist Nick Wheeler, with guitarist Mike Kennerty and drummer Chris Gaylor completing the long-running lineup. They broke through with the self-titled album and “Swing, Swing,” then became a defining 2000s rock act through anthems including “Dirty Little Secret,” “Move Along,” “It Ends Tonight,” and “Gives You Hell.” After returning to headline touring and staging free pop-up performances through their House Party Tour, the band released the album Sandbox in 2026. Their concerts pair sharp pop hooks and emotionally charged songwriting with the energetic, crowd-focused performance style that has carried their catalog across generations.
