If there’s any true pleasure in the music industry, it’s accompanying a band on their journey to find their sound. I stumbled upon the English band in early 2010 when they had released their second EP, Depression, Joy, & a Moment of Fame and was immediately intrigued by the uniquely edgy stylings. It wasn’t an adequate dose of tracks at the time, but well worth the wait for the release of Last of Many. The studio album is set to be released on December 5, 2011 (OUT TODAY).

Last of Many is a perfect example of a group giving birth to their ultimate sound, packed with ten new tracks on top of the familiar ones from the previous EP. The Foxes has plenty to offer listeners—steady and calming drums and quaint strumming of strings layered under Thomas’s charming vocals that cover a versatile range of pitches. Thomas has set a new example of setting a vocal pace, as one minute he seems to be reciting melodic poetry and then you’re left wondering how he isn’t out of breath yet.

This album is filled with upbeat yet grungy tracks that resemble a sort of roller-coaster made specifically for the ears. The following are note-worthy tracks:

“Send Me Nothing” is the ideal track to listen to when feeling aimless, with lyrics “I’d rather see the back of you than wait all night for your call, so send me your love back tonight or send nothing at all” that may be something you’re itching to say yourself. “Run” is a mellow song to bob your head to in the car, a necessity for any promising album. Then there’s “Sweet Little Wonder” that has the perfect balance of instrumentals and vocals as well as intriguing lyrics to play with the mind. Who could resist “I want you more than two blonde Swedish sisters?”

Best of luck to The Foxes who should be set for 2012 with this gem! Now all they need to do is set up a tour in the states.