Lit, a post-grunge band from Orange County, California, gained popularity in the late 1990s with their spunky punk-pop sound. Their breakthrough album, A Place in the Sun, released in 1999, featured hits like "My Own Worst Enemy" and "Miserable," propelling the band to platinum success and tours with notable acts like the Offspring and No Doubt. Tragically, drummer Allen Shellenberger passed away in 2009, leading to the addition of Nathan Walker and the release of subsequent albums, including The View from the Bottom in 2012 and These Are the Days in 2017, showcasing a more country-infused sound.

Lit's career has been marked by both triumph and tragedy, from their early days as a local band selling out venues in California to their mainstream success with A Place in the Sun. Despite the loss of Shellenberger in 2009, Lit continued to create music, releasing albums dedicated to his memory, such as The View from the Bottom in 2012. Their latest album, These Are the Days, released in 2017, reflects a shift towards a rootsier sound, showing the band's evolution over the years. Lit's enduring legacy lies in their ability to adapt and grow while honoring their past.