The Fauns are a British rock band that formed in 2007 in Bristol, England. The band consists of Alison Garner (vocals), Will Slater (guitar), Michael Savage (bass) and Guy Rhys-Davies (drums).[1]

The Fauns
OriginBristol, England
Genres
Years active2007 (2007)–present
Labels
  • Invada
  • Laser Ghost Recordings
Members
  • Alison Garner
  • Will Slater
  • Michael Savage
  • Guy Rhys-Davies
WebsiteNone

History

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The band released their self-titled debut album on their own label, Laser Ghost Recordings. Despite the lack of a publicity campaign, they received support from disc jockey Steve Lamacq and their debut sold more than 5000 copies by "word of mouth."[1][2] The band released their follow-up album, Lights, produced by band member Michael Savage and engineered by Tim Allen and Get the Blessing bassist Jim Barr, on 2 December 2013, via Invada Records.[1][3][4][5]

The band's song, "Fragile" was remixed by English composer Clint Mansell. The remix was eventually released as a limited edition single for Record Store Day.[1][2][6]

The band opened for the French electronic music act College in 2013.[3] They also toured with French post-rock/shoegaze band Alcest in early 2014 in Europe.[2]

In October 2023, they released a new single, "How Lost", and then, in November 2023, "Mixtape Days," each from their forthcoming album How Lost.

Members

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  • Alison Garner - Vocals
  • Michael Savage - Bass
  • Guy Rhys-Davies - Drums
  • Will Slater - Guitars

Past Members

  • Lee Woods -Guitar
  • Elliot Guise -Guitar
  • Tom Adams - Drums
  • Kevin West - Guitar
  • Olly Hares - Guitar
  • Matthew O'Connor - Keys
  • Martin Hommel - Bass

Discography

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Studio albums
  • The Fauns (2009, Laser Ghost Recordings)
  • Lights (2013, Invada Records)
  • How Lost (2024, Invada Records)
Singles
  • "Fragile Clint Mansell Mix" / "The Sun Is Cruising Redg Weeks Re-work" (Record Store Day 12" 2013, Invada Records)
  • "Power Glove 'EP II' MINI-LP" features 4AM Power Glove Remix' (2015, Invada Records)[7]
Music videos
  • "Lovestruck" (2009, directed by Chris Lucas)
  • "1991" (2010, directed by Chris Lucas)
  • "Fragile Clint Mansell Mix" (2013, directed by Jonny Clooney)
  • "Seven Hours" (2013, directed by John Minton)
  • "Lights" (2013, directed by Chris Lucas)
  • "4AM" (2014, directed by Tia Salisbury)

References

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  1. ^ a b c d Phares, Heather. "The Fauns". Allmusic. Retrieved 29 November 2013.
  2. ^ a b c "The Fauns Announce New Album 'Lights' Out December 2nd 2013". Contactmusic.com. Retrieved 29 November 2013.
  3. ^ a b Murray, Robin (24 April 2013). "The Fauns Prepare New Album 'Lights'". Clash. Retrieved 29 November 2013.
  4. ^ "The Fauns Premiere new Video from Forthcoming Album 'Lights'". Invada.co.uk. Retrieved 29 November 2013.
  5. ^ Kaill, Gary (27 November 2013). "The Fauns – Lights". The Skinny. Retrieved 29 November 2013.
  6. ^ "Listen: Clint Mansell Remixes The Fauns". The Quietus. 8 March 2013. Retrieved 29 November 2013.
  7. ^ "Power Glove EPII Red Vinyl + DL Card". Invada.co.uk. Retrieved 2 June 2020.
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