Fighting Gravity (originally named Boy O Boy) was formed in the late 80’s at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg. Constant touring over the next two decades saw them rise from east coast college frat houses to spreading their unique blend of Ska, Rock, and World Beat music across the country and the world.

After relocating to Richmond, VA, Fighting Gravity thrived in that robust local music scene, creating a vast catalog of music with ten independent and one national label release (You and Everybody Else). Extensive touring, with over 250 dates a year, in support of these releases created a “live” experience second to none.

In 2017, with a majority of its original members back, Fighting Gravity returned to the stage again with a full horn section, performing two nights at the historic National Theater in Richmond, VA. Their triumphant homecoming was met with a loving response and Proclamation from the City of Richmond – “for their significant contribution to the music, arts and culture scene,” that named December 27, 2017 as Fighting Gravity Day in the City of Richmond.

The band has since continued to perform a few select shows each year to the delight of the band and the audience members lucky enough to attend. And we have one of them in 2025!