When you have a naturally born front man like Nally, I can only imagine the rest of the band feels compelled to up their swagger game. Nally was born to be on stage, and is hypnotic to watch, whether he’s doing cartwheels, wearing a cymbal like a hat, or belting out the anthemic pomp-rock songs that have become the backbone of the band’s signature sound. Foxy was telling the city that despite the challenges of today, we could not be defeated! One must wonder if that choice was directed at the state of our world, or more locally, in support of the Bengals as they prepare for the big game Sunday.ĭespite some lineup changes, the band is as colorful as they are tight. Opening with “Unstoppable” seemed the perfect choice. But most importantly, they finally played a show in their hometown. Foxy released Burn in 2020, and a new album, The Heart Behead You, is coming out on Valentine’s Day. An April 2020 show at the Taft Theatre, which sold out within hours of going on sale, was postponed twice before finally getting cancelled.įast forward to 2022, where the boys are back with a reenergized bang. Three members decided to part ways, and then COVID-19 spoiled the proper live introduction of the revised lineup. The other band members also stayed busy with various side projects. Six months after the release of Gonzo in 2014, the band went on an indefinite hiatus.The hypnotic lead singer Eric Nally continued with solo releases, notably guesting on Mackelmore’s hit “Downtown” and touring in support. Brady Music Center Saturday night.Ī lot has changed, in the world and with the band, since the last time Foxy was under the bright lights. Finally, after almost two years in the making, Foxy Shazam triumphantly returned to the stage for an energetic homecoming show at The Andrew J.

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