Funeral For A Friend was a seminal Welsh post-hardcore band that left a significant mark on the alternative rock scene with their emotionally charged lyrics and melodic, yet heavy soundscapes. Formed in Bridgend, Wales, in 2001, the band initially came together with members Matt Davies-Kreye (vocals), Kris Coombs-Roberts (guitar), and Gareth Davies (bass). Eventually settling on a lineup that also included lead guitarist Darran Smith and various drummers over the years, they released their debut EP "Between Order and Model" in 2002. This initial offering set the stage for what would become a highly influential career.

Their rise to prominence was fueled by the acclaimed 2003 debut album "Casually Dressed & Deep in Conversation," culminating in a string of successful albums like "Hours" (2005) and "Tales Don't Tell Themselves" (2007). Funeral For A Friend continued to evolve their sound with subsequent releases such as "Memory And Humanity" (2008) and "Welcome Home Armageddon" (2011), cementing their status in the UK music scene. Their relentless energy and ability to fuse hardcore elements with accessible hooks earned them a global fan base. Funeral For A Friend's later albums, including "Conduit" (2013) and "Chapter and Verse" (2015), saw the band returning to a more raw and aggressive sound. Despite announcing their breakup in 2016 and a series of farewell shows, the pull of music was too strong, and the band reformed for charity shows, keeping alive the fervent spirit that initially propelled them to the forefront of post-hardcore music.

Genres

Post-hardcore

Screamo

Uk Post-hardcore

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Latest Release

Pencil Pusher

Funeral For A Friend

Single - Released December 14, 2016