From Good Homes returning to Newton

NEWTON — From Good Homes is returning to The Newton Theatre for two nights on Friday, Dec. 15, and Saturday, Dec. 16, at 8 p.m.
Tickets range from $39 to $54 and may be purchased by visiting www.TheNewtonTheatre.com or contacting the Box Office at 973-940-NEWT.
The genesis of From Good Homes dates back to the 1980s when childhood friends Todd Sheaffer, Brady Rymer, and Patrick Fitzsimmons met in high school in Northwestern New Jersey. They formed a band originally called Old Crow, later evolving into The Dogs. With the addition of Dan Myers in 1988, and Jamie Coan in 1990, the band was fully formed and they were rechristened From Good Homes.
Bringing together rock, jazz, folk, celtic and jam-band influences under one umbrella, rooted in Todd Sheaffer’s inspired songwriting, From Good Homes forged their own, instantly lovable music. Their unique style prompted one critic to affectionately label the band’s blend of influences as “Hick-Pop”. The band clearly defines how they roll: "We wanted first and foremost to make a real and honest form of music that moved people (both their brains and their butts) and left them, over all, feeling good."
From Good Homes released five albums during their career. “Open Up The Sky", From Good Homes' major label debut on RCA Records, was released in April 1995 and the band embarked on a year-long national tour. Their upbeat approach, solid songwriting, and unique sound allowed them to quickly develop a dedicated following on the touring circuit. The band performed over 1,500 shows across North America, including tours with Dave Matthews Band, Ratdog featuring Bob Weir, Bob Dylan, Guster, Widespread Panic, Hootie & The Blowfish, Blues Traveler and many more.
Their achievements include receiving an award from Billboard and Irving Plaza for the most consecutive sold-out performances ever (12) at this respected NYC venue in 1998. Also, two of the band's songs were included in the 1997 Twentieth Century Fox release Picture Perfect, featuring Jennifer Aniston & Kevin Bacon.
After disbanding in 1999, band members went on to embark on individual projects. Todd Sheaffer (lead vocals, acoustic guitar, harmonica) formed the bluegrass-influenced Railroad Earth, releasing albums and selling out shows throughout North America. After starting a family, Brady Rymer (bass, vocals) began a career making music for children and families; two of his releases “Here Comes Brady Rymer and the Little Band that Could” and “Just Say Hi” were both Grammy nominees in the Best Musical Album for Children category. Drummer Patrick Fitzsimmons has had a very successful run as a singer/songwriter, releasing five records and touring regularly. Saxophonist Dan Myers runs a production company, Dirt Floor Studio, and has worked on records with Adam Green, Sam Champion, as well as with Rymer and Fitzsimmons.
He also appeared as a guest soloist on “Live Trax Vol. 16” with the Dave Matthews Band. Multi-instrumentalist Jamie Coan continues to write, perform and record and currently plays with the bands in the Charleston, SC area and also performs as half of the Folly Beach Rhythm Section which backs up Samuel David Owens.