| Wiliam Francis | |
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | William Roy Francis |
| Born | January 8, 1982 |
| Origin | Seattle, Washington, United States |
| Genres | Horror Punk Post-hardcore Gothic Rock Synthpop |
| Occupations | Singer Songwriter Producer |
| Instruments | Vocals, Bass, Piano, Guitar |
| Years active | 2003–present |
| Labels | Dead Teenager Unfun Records Victory Records |
| Associated acts | Aiden William Control A Midnight Tragedy |
| Website | http://www.williamcontrol.com |
William Roy "Wil" Francis (born in Seattle, Washington on January 8, 1982) is the lead vocalist of the band Aiden[1] as well as his electronic project William Control. Francis also acts as producer to the band A Midnight Tragedy.
In 2003 Aiden had formed, with Francis as bass player. After the original lead singer had quit the band Francis took over as vocalist. In 2005 Aiden was signed to Victory Records (they had been previously signed to Dead Teenager Records). Francis has since released two EPs and seven albums (including albums by William Control) as well as written a poetry book with photographer Lisa Johnson titled Flowers and Filth.
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Francis also wrote one of the soundtracks to Underworld: Rise of the Lycans, called "Deathclub". The music video is viewable on the bonus features of the DVD.
In July 2009, William Francis and Lisa Johnson wrote Flowers and Filth: a poetry/picture book.
Francis is currently writing a new book. The title has not been released but it is based on his life until the age of 18.
He recently released a book in November/December 2011. The book is titled "Prose & Poems". It features poems, prose and essays written by William.