The rock band Smash Mouth put on a performance for hundreds of people — many of whom were not wearing masks — over the weekend in South Dakota.
The rock band Smash Mouth put on a performance for hundreds of people — many of whom were not wearing masks — over the weekend in South Dakota. The concert took place during the 80th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, a massive event that historically draws about 500,000 people to the area. Sturgis city officials told CNN this year’s event would be a scaled-down version of the rally where health guidelines like social distancing would be recommended. The band was one of several performers scheduled to make an appearance at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip campground, about three miles outside of the city of Sturgis. Video from CNN affiliate KOTA -TV captured the crowds during the performance In video captured by CNN affiliate KOTA-TV, a large crowd can be seen cheering during the performance, with few masks in sight and no social distancing.
