Five for Fighting Wraps Up Spring Tour With Lace & Lee
John Ondrasik thanks fans after vibrant shows alongside acclaimed folk-pop opening group!.
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John Ondrasik, better known as Five for Fighting, took to Instagram this week to offer a heartfelt thank-you to concertgoers and give credit to his touring partners. In a post on May 30, the singer-songwriter shared a snapshot from the final night of his spring run and wrote, “Thanks to all who came out to our spring tour!!! Shout out @laceandlee! ❤️❤️❤️❤️👊.”
Tour Highlights
Across 12 U.S. cities, Ondrasik delivered piano-driven anthems that span his two-decade career. Fans packed venues from Los Angeles to Boston, singing along to radio staples like “Superman (It’s Not Easy)” and deeper cuts such as “The Riddle.” In several markets, local media noted the emotional resonance of his ballads—especially when Ondrasik closed shows with his 2003 hit, “100 Years.”
In an image accompanying his Instagram post, the artist stands center stage under purple wash lights, hat in hand and fist raised, acknowledging a crowd on its feet. Stagehands adjust gear behind him, while the blunt glow of LED panels punctuates the moment.
Shout Out To Lace & Lee
Opening the shows was folk-pop duo Lace & Lee, whose acoustic harmonies set the tone for each evening. Ondrasik’s call-out on social media underscores the chemistry between headliner and support act. Lace & Lee—made up of singer-songwriters Beth Lace and Mark Lee—won over audiences with stripped-back versions of their breakout single, “Counting Stars.”
Market by market, fans praised the pairing. On the tour’s Instagram Story, Lace & Lee posted a photo of the three artists sharing a post-soundcheck coffee, calling the collaboration “a highlight of our spring season.”
Setlist And Fan Favorites
While Ondrasik’s catalog boasts several charting singles, “100 Years” has found a new life in graduation playlists. In mid-May, he celebrated the song’s inclusion on The Today Show’s “30 Graduation Songs That Deliver All the Pomp and Circumstance.” His Instagram caption read: “Thank you @todayshow for including ‘100 Years’ in your list of 30 Graduation Songs that Deliver all the Pomp and Circumstance! ‘Don’t play this one for the parents — it gets them every time.’”
That nod reflects the enduring appeal of Ondrasik’s songwriting, which blends introspection with melodic hooks. Concertgoers have noted how the lyrics—charting life’s milestones from 15 to 85—take on a fresh poignancy in a live setting, often prompting moments of hushed reflection.
What’s Next
With the spring tour now in the books, Five for Fighting shifts focus to festival appearances this summer. Ondrasik is slated for headline slots at Clearwater Folk Festival in June and will join the Americana Music Festival in Nashville later in the season. Meanwhile, Lace & Lee plan to release an EP in August and will return to Ondrasik’s upcoming fall dates as special guests.
As the collaboration winds down, Ondrasik’s spring run stands as a reminder of his gift for forging genuine connections—both musically and personally. By celebrating his bandmates and opening act, he underscores the community that fuels live music.
Whether you caught a sold-out hometown show or streamed a video clip online, this spring’s tour offered a blend of nostalgia, raw emotion, and joyous celebration—hallmarks of a career that shows no signs of slowing.
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