07-12-2009Album reviews - Fury UK
One Three piece with an almighty sound
I have witnessed Fury UK on a number of occasions in and around venues across the North West that range from shithole pubs in the middle of the dodgiest estates to supporting bigger acts at venues across Manchester. Lazy name choice aside it is good to know that the music is far fresher and well thought out that the initial moniker. Consisting of two brothers, Chris and Martin Appleton on Guitar and Bass and completed by Martin McNee on the drums the three piece have managed to create a sound above their minimalist member list.
On CD it's easy for the members to make the three into five, with the ability to double up, drop in and loop extra tracks but having seen these boys live I'm pretty confident that they have worked out the songs here so they can work just as emphatically live as they do on the CD. It is something that is gaining them huge respected and a recent tour alongside Blaze Bailey saw audiences astounded by the spectacle presented by Fury UK. Think Maiden, Metallica and the bay area thrash movement and you can instantly understand what influences these guys, no it isn't wholly original but there aren't too many young bands with the ability to do it this well.
'VR' opens up and instantly you realise the gem this band has in the talented vocalist/guitarist Chris, he manages to sing in powerful style that never seems cheesy and his riffs slay from the opening seconds. The solo that comes later in the song is great and it's a trend that continues as you work your way through the albums. Think early Megadeth and you're on the right lines to understanding what I'm trying to get at.
'Game Over' has more NWOBHM influence as does 'Hostage' and the melody of the bridge is destroyed by the full string lashings of the solo that leads the track into its ending. The songs continue to roll out with great riffs, quick fire snare's and double kicks and a ranging bass tone that works the scales and keeps the momentum moving for the three piece where others may falter. In a time where everyone is moaning about the waves of screamo and death metal bands Fury UK present themselves as a breath of fresh air. Uncompromising of their own ideals and intent on having a good time, the fact that they make damn good music alongside is just a massive bonus!
10-10-2009Artist focus - Fury UK
A three piece act has a hard task when working their way up through the ranks of the metal underworld. They will struggle more than most with bad sound systems in shoddy venues and not having that same oomph as a four or five piece counterpart. They will battle with presenting songs with just one guitar, no hidden members in the wings beefing it up. So when one does come through with the raw ability and talent to make a sound so massive for a trio it generally makes you take notice.
In reviewing and watching Fury Uk I have witnessed a stready progression as the band generated a comfort in theselves for the kind of music they played. The band state their influences as Iron Maiden, Megadeth, Metallica and other heavey weights and have honed their talents supporting the likes of Blaze Bayley, Breed 77, Diamond Head and Beholder add to this some festival performances at Bloodstock, Bulldog Bash and more and the band seem to now be at a comfortable position in which to launch their assault.
Their Rocksnail approved debut album VR hit earlier this year to a fantastic response and has been compared to a young Megadeth amongst others. Brothers Chris and Luke Appleton provide the lead vocals,guitar and bass respectively and are completed by sticksman Martin McNee. With each member bringing a unique piece of the puzzle they write songs of ephatic consequence. With numerous dates upcoming and tours arranged things seem to show no signs of slowing down for this trio of metalheads.
