On February 22, the House of Blues in Boston was buzzing with excitement as fans gathered for an unforgettable night of music featuring Foster the People and their opening act, Good Neighbours. The evening was a perfect blend of nostalgia, new music, and heartfelt moments that left the audience wanting more.
Good Neighbours kicked off the night with an energetic set that showcased their unique sound and engaging stage presence. The duo from the U.K. performed an unreleased song, “Starry Eyes,” which was fun to witness because fans chimed in with background vocals. One of the highlights of their performance was when a disposable camera was passed amongst audience members and eventually found its way to the stage while singing their hit song, “Home.” Good Neighbours had a dynamic stage presence that warmed up the crowd – ready for the headliner.
The venue was packed and the energy in the room was palpable when the lights dimmed for Foster The People to take stage. It has been seven years since their last show in Boston, especially since the 2020 tour was canceled due to the pandemic making this performance even more special. The band expressed their excitement about finally being able to play their new songs live and covering this expansive discography from “Torches” to “Lost in Space.” One particularly touching moment was when frontman, Mark Foster, performed “Lamb’s Wool” – a song whose instrumentation was birthed after Isom Innis’, the band’s pianist, grandmother died. The song has a magnetic energy and holds a special place in Foster’s heart who wrote the song to process his uncle’s diagnosis of terminal cancer. This heartfelt tribute added a layer of emotional depth to the performance. Of course, the entire venue roared when the band ended with the all-time favorite songs, “Sit Next to Me” and “Pumped Up Kids.”
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