Saratoga Springs celebrated the 30th anniversary of “Sparkle and Fade,” as Everclear brought back the memories at Universal Preservation Hall.

Review and Photos by Pat Rogers for NYS Music

(l-r) Freddy Herrera, Art Alexaxis, and Dave French of Everclear at Universal Preservation Hall (August 9, 2025) – photo by Pat Rogers for NYS Music

Everclear can still play, but the years have not been subtle. They’ve aged out, firmly planted in “dad rock” territory. The jagged edges of their heyday have been sanded smooth, the urgency replaced with familiarity.

– Pat Rogers for NYS Music