HANSON: Optimistic

Nov 20, 2025 | Hanson

Fall always reminds us of tours. We have done many tours but some stand out. The big theme from last year's fall tour was the reflecting on the launch of the independent era and the music that came with it in 2003 - 2004. That tour led us into one of our favorite albums, because it captured a lot of that music while also introducing some favorite moments from the road. Some of those also made it back to the stage in this last 12 months of shows (Optimistic found its way back to the stage just recently).
 
On HNet this week, you can soak up our latest HNet blog featuring Optimistic from that live experience. This song defined a whole tour, bringing attention to a totally different set of influences that many fans didn't even expect, with a tip of the hat to the iconic Radiohead. We love doing this song live because not only is it a track from a record we love, but it sets the tone for a wholly different kind of concert.
 
Look for some more blog content on HNet as we head into the holidays. Don’t forget all the music accessible on the members media player and we will see you soon.
 
Have a great week!
 
Isaac, Taylor and Zac

 

Forum Comments

MDTROXY

Roxanne Myers / Newburg, PA, US

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Picking a favorite tour is hard. I might actually go with String Theory! It was so different and I loved the live orchestra. I saw ST 3 times! Pittsburgh, Wolf Trap and Philly. The Walk tour is a close second because I loved the additional walks at each show! I walked 8 miles with you guys 💖

Posted Nov 20, 2025   03:38:11 PM

Bonniebythepeak

Bonnie Hagan / Athens, AL, US

The first time I heard this song,  I was like whoaaaa. Is this Hanson?  I come back to this song a lot for the really awesome vibe. 

❤️💚💙

Posted Nov 20, 2025   04:52:18 PM

Courtneyp84

Courtney Overkamp / Muskegon, Michigan, US

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I love having the media available! I always have you playing when I'm at work! I work on a forklift truck in shipping and receiving and your music calms me through stressful job❤️💚💙

Posted Nov 21, 2025   06:00:31 PM

Ashley1984

Ashley Pesek / Newport-News, Virginia, US

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You can try the best you can the best you can is good enough I literally can hear the song as I'm typing this, love this song Dinosaurs roaming the earth.

Posted Nov 24, 2025   03:30:41 PM

blueskyjudy

Judy Ferrante / Conklin, NY, US

I remember the first time I listened to Live and Electric - mind you - at this point, I had only heard your studio albums - I was totally blown away by your cover of Optimistic!   I was deep in the Hanson Rabbit Hole and there I remain!

Posted Nov 29, 2025   09:27:34 PM

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