Life in Film
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founder | Samuel Fry, Edward Ibbotson, Dominic Sennett, Micky Osment |
| Headquarters | Hackney, East London , United Kingdom |
Key people | Samuel Fry (lead vocals, guitar), Edward Ibbotson (vocals, guitar), Dominic Sennett (vocals, bass), Micky Osment (vocals, drums) |
| Products | Indie rock music |
Life in Film was a British indie rock group originating from Hackney, East London. The ensemble consisted of Samuel Fry (lead vocals, guitar), Edward Ibbotson (vocals, guitar), Dominic Sennett (vocals, bass), and Micky Osment (vocals, drums).
Background
The band came together when Samuel Fry moved back to London following his studies at Bournemouth University, reconnecting with his schoolmate Edward Ibbotson. Dominic Sennett and Micky Osment, who also had ties to Bournemouth University, relocated to London to pursue the band’s professional ambitions.
Their musical style merged contemporary indie with elements of jangle pop, influenced by acts such as the Smiths, the Doors, Belle and Sebastian, and David Bowie.
Burberry Acoustic
Life in Film attracted the interest of Christopher Bailey, Chief Creative Officer at Burberry, after submitting their track "Carla" via Dave Tree's "Watch, Listen, Tell" YouTube series. Bailey invited Fry to take part in Burberry’s Autumn/Winter campaign photo sessions. The band further collaborated by performing "Alleyway" for Burberry’s YouTube channel; this song was selected as the first release under the Burberry Acoustic series. Additionally, they performed "The Idiot" during Vogue's Fashion Night Out on 9 September 2010.
Debut album
The group worked alongside esteemed indie producer Stephen Street for their first full-length album released in 2015.
"The Idiot"
Their single "The Idiot" brought them wider recognition, issued as a promotional CD and acoustic version on 14 November 2011. The track was produced by Mike Crossey at Motor Museum Liverpool and accompanied by a video created by designer Kate Moross.
Signing
In late 2014, Life in Film secured record deals with +1 Records in the United States and Embassy Of Music across Europe.
Break-up
On 10 March 2017, Life in Film publicly announced their disbandment through Facebook.
Studio albums
- Here It Comes (2015)
Needles & Pins EP (2012)
Issued on 20 August 2012, this EP features the title track "Needles & Pins."
Tracks:
"Needles & Pins" – 4:18
"Suitcase" – 3:33
"Carla" – 3:15
"Until It's Over" – 3:58
"Lose Control" – 3:36
Life In Film EP (2014)
Their self-titled second EP was released on 3 October 2014 via Embassy Of Music Records, featuring the lead single "Are You Sure" and a limited edition colored vinyl for the European market.
Tracks:
"Alleyway" – 3:34
"Are You Sure" – 2:36
"The Idiot" – 3:07
"Anna Please Don't Go" – 2:44
Singles
| Year | Single | Record label |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | "The Idiot" | Self-released |
| 2013 | "Cold Wire" | Sony Music |
| 2015 | "Get Closer" | #35 Alternative Songs |