ESCANABA — The band Switchfoot will take the Grandstand stage on Saturday, Aug. 19, the third act announced by the U.P. State Fair, the third act of its full line-up of grandstand entertainment this year, presented by Island Resort and Casino..

Switchfoot has sold almost 10 million copies worldwide of their 13 studio albums (including their 2003 double-platinum breakthrough “The Beautiful Letdown” and 2009’s Grammy Award-winning “Hello Hurricane”), racked up a string of alternative radio hit singles, and performed sold-out tours with over 5 million concert tickets sold in over 40 countries around the world, according to a release from the fair.

The release adds: “Through their unique blend of emotionally intelligent and uplifting brand of alternative rock, Switchfoot has earned a devoted and loyal global fan base.”

To date, Switchfoot has raised over $2 million to aid kids in their community through their BRO-AM Foundation. Switchfoot consists of Jon Foreman (vocals, guitar), Tim Foreman (bass), Jerome Fontamillas (keys, guitar), and Chad Butler (drums).

Gold circle tickets for Switchfoot’s performance at 8 p.m.on Saturday, Aug. 19 go on sale today for $15 each and can be purchased from this year’s presenting sponsor, Island Resort and Casino, at www.islandresortandcasino.com/entertainment.

General seating for all grandstand entertainment is free with admission to the fair.

To purchase advance gate admission for the U.P. State Fair, visit www.upstatefair.net.