Fancy That®'s debut on the new MEGAWAVE label is a core example of Ann Arbor's eclectic pop-rock sound. The alter ego of Ann Arbor rock band, Nuthin' Fancy®, Fancy That® first formed in 1996.
The band members' different musical influences are reflected in the unique styles of their original songs. Jim Schoolcraft, Ray Bailey, and Tom Scherer each contribute to the composition of each song, with Jim Schoolcraft and Tom Scherer being the primary vocalists.
Jim Schoolcraft sings primary vocals and plays lead and rhythm electric guitars and acoustic guitar. His rhythm-lead playing style is carried over from his live performances and expanded in this studio effort. Ray Bailey plays electric bass and sings backup vocals, previously performing with many other Michigan bands, including Silent Radio®, also on the MEGAWAVE label. Ray's accomplished playing style provides a range of emotions, at times serious and deep, other times playful. Tom Scherer plays drums and keyboards and sings vocals. Playing drums since grade school, Tom has fused many playing styles into one - his own. By playing point and counterpoint throughout, he weaves a rhythmic fabric on which the group springs forward.
Together, Fancy That® has something to say about our lives and times, and some of the things we all go through along the way.
The members of Fancy That® also perform as Nuthin' Fancy®, with a harder Detroit rock sound.
For booking, please contact Fancy That® at 734-663-5524.
Click here to download a QuickTime file of "We Can't Live Together" from the Fancy That® release. If you need a QuickTime Plugin for your browser, click the button below first, then come back here when you're ready.
