In January 2012, the band proceeded to record the "Old Songs" EP. Foxing's lineup changed again with the replacement of guitarists Piva and Fitzpatrick with Samuel Naumann of Torchlight Red in March 2012 and Ricky Sampson of the emo/math-rock group Badgerhunt in April. Naumann soon departed the band in May 2012, and Thomas Pini, who was the lead vocalist and guitarist of Family Might, filled the place. Foxing released the previously recorded "Old Songs" in August 2012. In February 2013, Foxing released a split with Send Away Stranger on the Saint Louis-based DIY label Carucage Records and another split with Japanese Breakfast. That same month, Pini left the group to be succeeded by Eric Hudson of Torchlight Red, Family Might, and Jimshorts. In March 2013, Foxing embarked on their first tour through the Midwest, within which they were signed to Count Your Lucky Stars Records on the final night.
Foxing released their debut album, The Albatross, in November 2013 through Count Your Lucky Stars Records. In 2014, they signed to Triple Crown Records. Triple Crown released a remastered version in May. In spring of 2014, alongside Adventures, Foxing supported Seahaven on their spring tour. Also in 2014, Foxing embarked on a summer headlining tour alongside The Hotelier. In October 2014, Foxing supported Brand New on their fall headlining tour, immediately followed by a supporting stint opening for Modern Baseball on their fall headlining tour. In summer 2015, they were a part of the tour supporting Philadelphia band mewithoutYou's new album Pale Horse. Also in the summer, The Albatross was released in the UK. On August 3, it was announced that the band's second album, Dealer, would be released in the fall through Triple Crown. Dealer reached number 3 on the Billboard Vinyl Albums chart. Triple Crown released a promotional song from the album on their official soundcloud: "The Magdalene". Foxing headed on a co-headling tour that winter along with The World Is a Beautiful Place & I Am No Longer Afraid to Die.
In March & April 2016, the band went on a headline tour of the United States with support from Lymbyc Systym, O'Brother & Tancred. Immediately after, they embarked on their first headlining tour of the UK & Europe with support from TTNG. This tour included dates in Copenhagen, Denmark and Reykjavik, Iceland (with 2016 Phonofile Nordic Music Prize nominee, Teitur Magnússon). Foxing will be touring with Balance & Composure in October & November 2016.
Foxing has made festival appearances at Shaky Knees, Bunbury, Wrecking Ball, Pygmalion among others.
On December 7, 2017 founding member and bass guitarist Josh Coll announced that he was leaving the band to pursue a career in filmmaking.
On June 18, 2018 Foxing announced their third studio album Nearer My God which released August 10 through Triple Crown Records. They also released a music video for the lead single “Slapstick,” directed by Coll.
Foxing have been described as indie rock and post-rock. The Albatross has been described as chamber rock, emo, indie rock, math rock, and post-rock, reminiscent of American Football, Dads, Empire! Empire! (I Was a Lonely Estate), and The World Is a Beautiful Place & I Am No Longer Afraid to Die. Dealer has been described as emo, indie rock and post-rock.
Night Channels
Foxing Lyrics
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until our bare feet sweat tracks on the tile
as you came you moaned about loving them
such convenience in regret after the fact
while our hitch breaths trip on false moves
we both know we'll be right here again
so by now I know where the door is
I'll wait outside until you call me back in
future love, don't fall apart
we purged on the milk of new treason
as we clung to our warp weighted loom
by the time we were done we were wooven in
such constriction from a self made trap
and on these antlers dry-rot cracks through
I left myself too open for you
so by now I know what decay is
I'll lay on waves until the night channels end
future love, don't fall apart
future love, don't fall apart
future love, don't fall apart
future love, don't fall apart.
future love, don't fall apart
future love, don't fall apart
future love, don't fall apart
future love, don't fall apart.
The lyrics of Foxing's "Night Channels" tell a story of a passionate, but ultimately unstable relationship. The imagery of dancing naked outside of the bathroom and leaving sweat tracks on the tile suggests a sense of abandon and liberation, but the reference to the other person moaning about loving someone else indicates an underlying sense of insecurity and jealousy. The singer acknowledges that they will likely repeat these patterns, but holds out hope for a better future love that doesn't fall apart.
The second verse introduces the idea of purging on the milk of new treason, suggesting a sense of betrayal and self-destruction. The warp weighted loom is a reference to weaving and spinning, hinting at the idea of crafting one's own fate, but also the potential for getting tangled up in one's own web. The antlers symbolize strength and protection, but the dry-rot cracks suggest weakness and decay. The singer acknowledges their own vulnerability and openness, but chooses to lay on waves until the night channels end, possibly indicating a sense of acceptance or resignation.
Overall, "Night Channels" is a deeply introspective and poetic song about the complexities of love and human relationships, exploring themes of vulnerability, insecurity, and self-destructive tendencies.
Line by Line Meaning
We danced naked outside of your bathroom
We engaged in an intimate physical activity in close proximity to your restroom
until our bare feet sweat tracks on the tile
We danced so much that our footprints marked the floor with perspiration
as you came you moaned about loving them
Right after you reached climax, you expressed your love for others
such convenience in regret after the fact
It's easy to regret your actions after the fact and use it as an excuse for your behavior
while our hitch breaths trip on false moves
Our uneven, labored breathing indicates our missteps and mistakes
we both know we'll be right here again
We acknowledge that we will likely repeat our behavior together
so by now I know where the door is
I am aware of my exit strategy
I'll wait outside until you call me back in
I will stay nearby until you request my presence again
future love, don't fall apart
A plea for a future romantic relationship to not disintegrate
we purged on the milk of new treason
We indulged in the satisfaction of betraying someone/something new
as we clung to our warp weighted loom
We fiercely held onto our beliefs and values, despite the temptation to stray
by the time we were done we were wooven in
After our betrayal, we were deeply entwined with the object of our betrayal
such constriction from a self made trap
Our self-imposed restrictions have trapped us
and on these antlers dry-rot cracks through
Imperfections and flaws are visible on our outward appearance
I left myself too open for you
I was too vulnerable and exposed to you
so by now I know what decay is
I have experienced the process of deterioration
I'll lay on waves until the night channels end
I will allow myself to be carried by the ebb and flow of life until the end of the night
future love, don't fall apart
A plea for a future romantic relationship to not disintegrate
future love, don't fall apart
A plea for a future romantic relationship to not disintegrate
future love, don't fall apart
A plea for a future romantic relationship to not disintegrate
future love, don't fall apart.
A plea for a future romantic relationship to not disintegrate
future love, don't fall apart
A plea for a future romantic relationship to not disintegrate
future love, don't fall apart
A plea for a future romantic relationship to not disintegrate
future love, don't fall apart
A plea for a future romantic relationship to not disintegrate
future love, don't fall apart.
A plea for a future romantic relationship to not disintegrate
Contributed by Stella G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sl0pe YT
We danced naked outside of your bathroom
Until our bare feet sweat tracks in the tile
As you came you moaned about loving them
Such convenience in regret after the fact
While our hitch breaths trip on false moves
We both know we’ll be right here again
So by now I know where the door is
I’ll wait outside until you call me back in
Future love, don’t fall apart
Future love, don’t fall apart
We purged on the milk of new treason
As we clung to our warp weighted loom
By the time we were done we were woven in
Such constriction from a self made trap
And on these antlers dry-rot cracks through
I left myself too open for you
So by now I know what decay is
And I’ll lay on waves until the night channels end
Future love, don’t fall apart
Future love, don’t fall apart
Future love, don’t fall apart
Future love, don’t fall apart
Future love, don’t fall apart
Future love, don’t fall apart
Future love, don’t fall apart
Future love, don’t fall apart
Start A Riot
This is astounding, so beautifully shot and directed. I can't wait for these guys to come back to the UK.
TheOptimal
when are/were they in Manchester?
Callum McCartney
So excited to see them in Manchester in a few months
Sl0pe YT
We danced naked outside of your bathroom
Until our bare feet sweat tracks in the tile
As you came you moaned about loving them
Such convenience in regret after the fact
While our hitch breaths trip on false moves
We both know we’ll be right here again
So by now I know where the door is
I’ll wait outside until you call me back in
Future love, don’t fall apart
Future love, don’t fall apart
We purged on the milk of new treason
As we clung to our warp weighted loom
By the time we were done we were woven in
Such constriction from a self made trap
And on these antlers dry-rot cracks through
I left myself too open for you
So by now I know what decay is
And I’ll lay on waves until the night channels end
Future love, don’t fall apart
Future love, don’t fall apart
Future love, don’t fall apart
Future love, don’t fall apart
Future love, don’t fall apart
Future love, don’t fall apart
Future love, don’t fall apart
Future love, don’t fall apart
elliot smelliot
my brother showed me this music video and song when i had just come out, and i’ve been obsessed ever since. this band has grow very personal and important to me , and i’m seeing conor murphy live tonight :,)
Sensei
Me and my friend were outside of one of the venues in florida looking for our tickets and conor walked out and just looked at us. He paused and smiled and said "whats up guys" we said hey back and i was cheesing it the whole fucking time and i just had to ask for a picture and he was so chill about it and he did his dorky smile thing that he does when he's with fans and i loved it. I had covered my mouth because i had the most ridiculous smile ever. It was a beautiful moment. Btw foxing was fucking amazing. I've seen em twice already and I'll catch em every time i get the chance
stas_the_boss
Foxing is my favorite band. And this video is epic. They supported circa survive on tour a few years back and I have been in love ever since
NIOHVIE
Months have passed since I've first watched this video and words cannot describe the feeling that resonates within me from this. The cinematography, choreography, song, message, acting, and everything about it is absolutely stunning. Once again, Foxing never fails to disappoint!
coolfrets
This deserves 10million views at least. Tis a pure masterpiece.
Woolookologie
what a masterpiece. wow.