Biography
Foxface, from Glasgow, Scotland, were concieved by Michael Angus. Initially he played alone, though was joined by friends along the way. The release of the handmade 'Foxface EP' (featuring Andrew Smith of Laeto) in 2003 was the last release without a permanent line-up; by early 2004 Foxface was a three-piece made-up of Micheal, John (Who played with Michael Angus in Peeps Into Fairyland), and new addition Jenny. They have played with Sons & Daughters, King Creosote, Electric Magnolia Company, My Latest Novel and Idlewild, with whom they share a friendship both personal and professional.
In 2006, Foxface embarked on a UK tour with Roddy Woomble and Friends, they then played the Isle of Skye and Green Man festivals. Foxface also recorded 'Dreamcatcher' for Chemikal Underground's Scottish writers/musicians collaboration 'Ballads of the Book' due out in early 2007.
Following their debut single 'Monster Seas / Across to Texa', Foxface released their long awaited debut album 'This Is What Makes Us' on the 5th November 2007 with a sold out launch party at Glasgow's newly opened venue Stereo.
2008 saw the band embark on a soundtrack project with film-maker Simon Yuill. 'Given To The People', a documentary about the Pollok Free State/Gal Gael movement, was screened at the G.I. festival on the 18th of April. This soundtrack will be released in the near future.
The band are currently working on their next album and contemplating interesting and theatrical events.
From Michael
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