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The Foxes
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The Foxes are an English Rock and Indie group formed in 2006. The group consists of four members - Nigel Thomas (Lead Vocals, Rhythm Guitarist), Jonathan Brentman (Lead Guitarist), Alex Douglas (Bass and Backing Vocals) and Stephen Wilde (Drums). The Foxes have been cited as having: "the talent and confidence to make a huge impact on the UK music scene" by NME[1] and have recently hit the Official UK Indie charts at number 6 and number 1 in the Play.com pre order download charts[2] with their release 'Bill Hicks'. The band had previously reached number 9 in the UK Indie charts, with their release 'Trauma Town'.[3] With recent releases such as 'Bill Hicks' based on the famous comedian and 'Come and get you', the band have attracted attention from record companies and websites and influential figures, such as Chris Welch, NME, Ents24 and Sony BMG.[4] The group have also received interest from, and met with KT Tunstall[5] and Richie Havens[6]. The Foxes have played in various venues across the country and have additionally toured the US and UK on multiple occasions, one such with Yeti. Additionally, they have played in the O2 Arena, supporting various bands such as The Magic Numbers.

The Foxes have also been featured in many music magazines and newspapers, and have also been interviewed on many radio stations - local and international - such as the BBC.[4]

History

Looking to pursue a music career, Nigel Thomas gave up a full-time job in the professional health service working in the mental health commission. Prior to their first performance, he has said this about the subject: “We’re really excited about the Wirral date, because it’s nice to be playing at a venue that isn’t a clichéd place." [7]

In the summer of 2003, Nigel Thomas and Alex Douglas founded their 'ideal band; and with a recent change from Exeter to London, both had worked for a while as an acoustic duo. Initially called 'Rush Hour Soul' the group changed their name to 'The Foxes'. The inspiration came from the band member Nigel Thomas. He states,

It's a rather spooky story. Jonno, Alex and myself sat down at my house in Fulham going through a list of band names. We had a break and went to get a can of Coke from the local shop. While walking back we looked at the side of the buildings where I lived. We saw a red metal fox stapled into wall. We had no idea why it was there. And one of the names on our list of proposed band names was…The Foxes. I had lived there for a year and had never spotted this metal sign before. And that's why we decided to become The Foxes. It feels right. It's memorable and it's got bite.

Alex Douglas also adds,

It was an omen. It certainly was bizarre. We had spent all afternoon trying to think of a name and then one just appeared out of thin air.

The Foxes founders are Nigel Thomas and Alex Douglas, later joined by Jonathan Brentman and Stephen Wilde; and are additionally self managed, with no press agent or manager. It is also notable to mention that the group's lyrics/songs are written by the band member Nigel Thomas.

Releasing their first EP in August 2007, Lover Killer is available to buy in CD format. The EP contains four of the bands songs and was their first release with their new name.

Their next release was the band's début Single 'Trauma Town', which contains two of the bands songs. It is currently available to download as an MP3 from Play.com and also in Limited Edition Vinyl from HMV. The band have also made a video to complement their song 'Trauma Town'.

The Foxes have released their latest single 'Bill Hicks' based on the famous comedian, which has reached number 1 in the Play.com pre order download charts.[2] The single, is available to download as an MP3 from Play.com and also in Limited Edition Vinyl from HMV, and also as a CD from HMV. Also available is their Official video.

Releases

  • Lover, Killer EP – August 2007:
  1. Lover, Killer
  2. She's a Cow
  3. Suzy
  4. Run

The Foxes 'critically acclaimed'[8] 'Lover, Killer' EP was released in August 2007 and sold in CD format. This was the band's first public release and had many positive reviews [9]

  • Trauma Town Single – 20 October 2008:

Chart Position: 9

  1. Trauma Town
  2. Hey Baby!

The 'Trauma Town' single was released on 20 October 2008, and sold in limited edition vinyl format and also available as an MP3 download from HMV and Play.com. Also available is their official video designed to complement 'Trauma Town'. The single has recently hit the Official UK Indie charts at number 9.[3]

  • Bill Hicks Single – 16 March 2009:

Chart Position: 6

  1. Bill Hicks
  2. Come and get you

The Foxes have just released their latest single 'Bill Hicks' based on the famous comedian[10] The single reached number 1 in the Play.com pre order download charts, and recently hit the UK Indie charts at number 6.[2] Their single, in accordance with their official video, has been available on their website and social networking sites (such as MySpace) since January 2009.[10]

Future Releases

  • Lover, Killer Single – 03rd August 2009:
  1. Lover, Killer
  2. Headlock

The Foxes are planning to release the remake 'Lover, Killer' on 3rd August, including the B-side 'Headlock'. It will be available as Download, CD and 7inch Vinyl.[11] A preview of the Bands single can be heard on their MySpace page, while their Official Video has already been released.


Although yet unreleased, the Single has already had numerous plays on a number of radio stations across the UK:

Notable Plays
  • Kerrang Radio – 5 plays – 1 x Evening Show, 2 plays Emma Scott Raw, 1 play
  • Caroline Beavon, 1 Christian Stephenson plays,
  • BBC Birmingham – 2 plays
  • Nation Radio Wales x 5 plays
  • BFBS Radio – Z Listed 2 plays a week on evenings x 4 plays
  • Andover Sound Swindon – Next Big Thing Sunday Show x 1 play
  • Radio Afan Wales – Evening List x 3 plays
  • Juice Fm Brighton x 3 plays Ace Show
  • Northsound Radio Aberdeen Sunday Show x 2 plays
  • BBC Berkshire Introducing Show x 1 play
  • BBC Lancashire x 1 play
  • BCB Radio Bradford - 1 play
  • Cool Fm Northern Ireland x 1 play
  • BBC Tees – Evening Show – 1 play
  • Phonic FM Exeter – 1 play
  • Spirit FM West Sussex - 1 play
  • West Fm Ayr Sunday Show x 1 play
  • No Reply – 2010:
    1. No Reply

    The Foxes have stated that their song 'No Reply' which is available to listen to on their MySpace page is likely to become a future release.[11]

    Room 10 Records

    Main article: Room 10 Records

    Founded in August 2008, Room 10 Records are a small record company, owned by the band The Foxes. The band used this label to release their debut single 'Trauma Town', and have just released their latest single 'Bill Hicks' - based on the famous comedian - under this label.[10] The name originates from the room the band use for rehearsal at Survival Studios in North London.[2]

    References

    1. ^ "NME". Retrieved 29.7.2008. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
    2. ^ a b c d "MSB". Retrieved 29.7.2008. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
    3. ^ a b "Radio 1's Indie charts". Retrieved 02-11-2008. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
    4. ^ a b "Press". Retrieved 29.7.2008. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
    5. ^ "Royal Artist Club". Retrieved 29.7.2008. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
    6. ^ "Royal Artist Club". Retrieved 31.8.2008. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
    7. ^ "Wirral Globe". Retrieved 13.3.2009. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
    8. ^ "AT". Retrieved 29.7.2008. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
    9. ^ "Reviews". Retrieved 29.7.2008. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
    10. ^ a b c "Talent Circle". Retrieved 14-11-08. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help) Cite error: The named reference "Talent Circle" was defined multiple times with different content (see the help page).
    11. ^ a b "No Reply". Retrieved 12-03-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)

    See also

    Room 10 Records

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