Photography by Drew Lofredo
Switchfoot Brings the Forever Now Tour to Orlando with Special Guest Anberlin
November 4, 2026- Switchfoot brought their Forever Now Tour to Orlando, Florida, on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, delivering an energetic and nostalgic night of live music alongside special guest Anberlin. The evening celebrated the band's enduring catalog, blending familiar favorites with powerful live performances that highlighted the connection they have built with audiences throughout their career.
Led by frontman Jon Foreman, Switchfoot took the stage with a lineup featuring Tim Foreman on bass, Chad Butler on drums, Jerome Fontamillas on guitar and keyboards, and Boaz Roberts on lead guitar. Together, the band delivered a dynamic performance driven by soaring vocals, expressive instrumentation, and the alternative rock sound that has made them a longtime favorite among fans.
The setlist offered a thoughtful mix of fan favorites and deeper cuts, opening with “Wake Up, Mr. Crow” before moving into “Stars” and “Oh! Gravity.” Other standout moments included “Needle and Haystack Life,” “Absolution,” “The Shadow Proves the Sunshine,” “Natural Causes,” and “Beautiful Life.” The band kept the momentum going with the hard-hitting “Mess of Me” and “Dark Horses,” giving longtime listeners plenty of opportunities to sing along.
The performance also made room for some more intimate moments. Jon Foreman slowed things down for acoustic renditions of “Hello Hurricane” and “Twenty-Four,” creating a noticeable shift in the evening's energy. “Beloved” followed, before the band brought the crowd back to its feet with the fan-favorite “Dare You to Move.” Switchfoot continued into the encore with “Shake the Dust,” “Afterlife,” and the iconic “Meant to Live,” closing the night with one of the band's most recognizable songs.
Special guest Anberlin helped set the tone for the evening, bringing their own alternative rock sound to House of Blues Orlando. Their set featured fan favorites including “Paperthin Hymn,” “The Resistance,” “Never Take Friendship Personal,” “Trenches,” and “The Feel Good Drag.” Their appearance made for a fitting pairing, bringing together two bands whose music has left a lasting mark on alternative rock.
Throughout the night, House of Blues Orlando provided an intimate setting for the Forever Now Tour, allowing fans to experience both bands up close. From the high-energy guitar-driven moments to the more reflective acoustic performances, the evening celebrated the music, memories, and connection that continue to bring audiences together.
With a career spanning decades, Switchfoot continues to prove the lasting power of its music. Jon Foreman, Tim Foreman, Chad Butler, Jerome Fontamillas, and Boaz Roberts delivered a memorable Orlando performance that balanced nostalgia with the energy of a band still passionate about what they do. The Forever Now Tour offered fans an opportunity to revisit the songs that have soundtracked different chapters of their lives while celebrating the music that continues to resonate today.
