Foy Vance is a singer-songwriter who is inspired by the rich musical history of the Southern United States. Foy Vance’s self-released debut album Hope came out in 2007 and quickly won plaudits from fans and his fellow musicians. His second album, Joy of Nothing, received a great deal of critical praise and led to invitations to tour all over the world from huge stars such as Ed Sheeran, Bonnie Raitt, Snow Patrol and Elton John.