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Boyzlife: From Stadiums to Theaters, A New Era
7 Feb
Summary
- Boyzlife duo Brian McFadden and Keith Duffy are touring the UK and Ireland.
- Duffy learned to sing Boyzone songs anew for their performances.
- Both artists enjoyed performing for energetic Belfast audiences.
Boyzlife, featuring Brian McFadden of Westlife and Keith Duffy of Boyzone, is currently on their latest UK and Ireland tour. The duo, who joined forces in 2016, are performing hits from their respective boybands. Duffy shared insights into his vocal journey, explaining he had to unlearn Boyzone's songs to effectively perform them, with McFadden's coaching proving invaluable.
Despite Westlife and Boyzone having different scales of performance—stadiums versus theaters—Duffy emphasized a lack of rivalry. He noted their shared history, as both Irish bands were managed by Louis Walsh. McFadden left Westlife in 2004, while Boyzone disbanded in 2019 after a farewell tour.
The duo expressed nerves still surface at the start of tours, but it's outweighed by excitement for live performances and new material. They particularly highlighted Belfast audiences, describing them as some of the most energetic they've performed for. The 2025 tour kicked off with a show in Belfast, where the crowd reportedly sang along to every song.
Having performed together for nearly a decade, McFadden and Duffy now prioritize enjoyment and schedule control over their past boyband experiences. When asked for advice to their younger selves, Duffy stressed thoughtful communication, while McFadden humorously suggested investing in Bitcoin.
