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Fin (band)

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Fin
OriginSouth West London, England
GenresRock, alternative rock,
Years active2011–present
LabelsArtisan
Websitewww.finofficial.com

Fin (stylized as fiN) is an American rock band formed in South West London, Surrey, England, in 2011. The band consists of Luke Joyce (vocals/guitar), Jonny Garner (guitar), Kerry Lambert (bass), and Simon Harding (drums). Fin released their debut, "The Artisan"/"It Changes Everything" — a double a-side single — in October 2011.[1] They self-recorded their debut album Life Is Wasted on the Living and released it digitally on 25 March 2013. The album was mixed by Adrian Bushby Foo Fighters, Muse.[2][3] Originally planned for release on six 7" singles,[4] they stopped after the first four. They have been vocal about their DIY approach and have received much praise for this and their ambition [5]

Touring

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In late 2011, Fin toured the UK and Europe with Incubus.[6] The band has also Toured with The Kooks, Feeder, Howler and most recently supported Muse at The O2 Arena.[7]

Record label

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Artisan Records was founded in 2011 by Fin in order to self-release the band's 7 Inch singles and debut album Life Is Wasted on the Living.[3][5]

Press

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Fin were The Guardian's band of the week.[8] Evening Standard wrote a review on the band's single release at Bush Hall,[9] and The Digital Fix said "Fin are born for the live arena".[10] Clash ran a piece on the band and their DIY approach to music.[11]

Discography

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Albums

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  • Life Is Wasted on the Living, digital (2013, Artisan)

Singles

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  • "The Artisan" b/w "It Changes Everything" 7" (2011, Artisan)
  • "Everybody Dies Alone" b/w "Rapture" 7" (2011, Artisan)
  • "Twenty Three" b/w "Eve" 7" (2012, Artisan)
  • "Life Is Wasted on the Living" b/w "Lucky You" 7" (2012, Artisan)

References

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  1. ^ "fiN perform The Artisan". Archive.today. Archived from the original on 20 June 2013. Retrieved 27 July 2013.
  2. ^ "REVIEW: fiN– Life Is Wasted On The Living - Phase Magazine". 24 September 2015. Archived from the original on 24 September 2015. Retrieved 20 October 2020.
  3. ^ a b "Independent outlook /// fiN. 'Life Is Wasted On The Living' [Album] 2013 | Rock Britain". 16 April 2013. Archived from the original on 16 April 2013.
  4. ^ "fiN Headline Show Announced at London Borderline | Altsounds.com News". 3 January 2012. Archived from the original on 3 January 2012. Retrieved 3 June 2020.
  5. ^ a b "INTERVIEW: fiN. - SQ Magazine | SQ Magazine". 20 August 2013. Archived from the original on 20 August 2013. Retrieved 3 June 2020.
  6. ^ "fiN to Support Incubus on European Dates - Incubus World Headquarters". 13 March 2012. Archived from the original on 13 March 2012. Retrieved 20 October 2020.
  7. ^ "fiN - The Artisan - The O2 Arena - Live in London - October 26 2012". YouTube. Retrieved 3 June 2020.[dead YouTube link]
  8. ^ Lester, Paul (23 December 2011). "fiN (No 1,177)". Theguardian.com. Retrieved 3 June 2020.
  9. ^ "Fin, Bush Hall - review - Music - Going Out - London Evening Standard". 15 July 2015. Archived from the original on 15 July 2015. Retrieved 20 October 2020.
  10. ^ "fiN - Bush Hall, London | Live Review | The Digital Fix". Thedigitalfix.com. 19 April 2012. Retrieved 3 June 2020.
  11. ^ "Introducing... fiN. | Clash Music Exclusive Interview". 14 August 2012. Archived from the original on 14 August 2012. Retrieved 20 October 2020.
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