Foals is a British rock band with seven people listed as members according to MusicBrainz, retrieved on 2026-10-09. This article provides a detailed list of these members, their roles, and years of activity within the band as reflected in that database.
Current Members
- Jack Freeman – bass guitar, 2020–present
- Jack Bevan – drums, percussion, years not listed
- Jimmy Smith – not listed, years not listed
- Yannis Philippakis – guitar, lead vocals, years not listed
Former Members
- Andrew Mears – not listed, 2005–2006
- Edwin Congreave – not listed, 2006–2021
- Walter Gervers – background vocals, bass guitar, percussion, sampler, start year not listed–2018
Original Line-up
- Andrew Mears
- Jack Bevan
- Jimmy Smith
- Walter Gervers
- Yannis Philippakis
Line-up Timeline
| Member | Role | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Mears | not listed | 2005–2006 |
| Edwin Congreave | not listed | 2006–2021 |
| Jack Freeman | bass guitar | 2020–present |
| Jack Bevan | drums, percussion | years not listed |
| Jimmy Smith | not listed | years not listed |
| Walter Gervers | background vocals, bass guitar, percussion, sampler | start year not listed–2018 |
| Yannis Philippakis | guitar, lead vocals | years not listed |
How This List Was Compiled
This list was compiled using the MusicBrainz database, specifically the ‘member of band’ relations for Foals, retrieved on 2026-10-09. It includes only individuals who have a ‘member of band’ relation in MusicBrainz and excludes any touring or session players, collaborators, or other non-member participants. The roles and years are reproduced exactly as listed in MusicBrainz without additions or assumptions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many members are listed for Foals?
Seven people are listed as members of Foals in MusicBrainz.
Who are the current members without an end date?
Jack Freeman, Jack Bevan, Jimmy Smith, and Yannis Philippakis are listed without an end date, indicating they are current members.
Who does MusicBrainz mark as original members of Foals?
Andrew Mears, Jack Bevan, Jimmy Smith, Walter Gervers, and Yannis Philippakis are marked as original members.
Where does this member information come from?
The data comes from MusicBrainz’s ‘member of band’ relations page for Foals, retrieved on 2026-10-09. Wikipedia’s article on Foals was also referenced to confirm the data source.
Final Thoughts
Accurate information about band membership helps fans and researchers understand the group’s history and evolution. Using reliable databases like MusicBrainz ensures that the details presented are verifiable and consistent.
This list reflects the official records as of the retrieval date and should be consulted for reference rather than speculation or unconfirmed changes.
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