After a decade-long hiatus, Bristol-based shoegaze ensemble, The Fauns, have reemerged from their secret bunker with their first new music in ten years with new single “How Lost”, which is out now via Invada. The band have also announced their first live show since 2015 with a date at The Cavendish Arms in December.
“How Lost” on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gNhvidksrG8&feature=youtu.be
“How Lost” on other streaming services: https://lnk.to/Q0vT8aJK
The Fauns’ journey began in 2007, self-releasing their eponymous debut album in 2009, followed by the 2013 release of “Lights.” These two works garnered warm acclaim from both critics a fervent shoegaze-loving fanbase alike – rekindled by the return of My Bloody Valentine.
Reflecting on their earlier work, Michael Savage shares: “Listening back, the first album serves as a diary chronicling our evolution from utter novices in the recording process to becoming proficient. The second album signified a solidification of The Fauns sound. I try my best to remain partially idiotic about recording. The idiosyncrasy is part of our sound; we’re not aiming for excessive polish.”
Throughout the 2010s, the band toured relentlessly across Europe, sharing the stage with Creation label act The Telescopes for a number of shows. A European support tour with French doomgazers Alcest broadened The Fauns’ reach, and during this period they recorded sessions for Radio 6 and Xfm, even winning Steve Lamacq’s coveted Rebel Playlist accolade.
“How Lost” sees the band return led by three original members: Michael Savage, Alison Garner, and Guy Rhys Davies. In 2019, accomplished soundtrack composer Will Slater joined the band, catalyzing an intensified period of songwriting. The push and pull between Savage and Slater’s recording styles producing interesting and unique results. “How Lost” is taken from the band’s upcoming album, to be announced soon.
See The Fauns live:
7th December – The Cavendish Arms, London
Keep your mind open.
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[Thanks to Frankie at Stereo Sanctity.]