Fury UK  was formed originally by Chris Appleton back in 2002 in Manchester, UK. Since that date they’ve undergone some line-up changes & developed an ever-increasing reputation for captivating live performances….inspired by Chris' guitar work & a selection of hard rock compositions with the fantastic ingredients of hooks, time changes, key changes, big solos & meaningful lyrics. A band with riffs, attitude & a bedrock rhythm section. If you like your rock & metal in an old school vein but with a modern twist, you've come to the right place.

Influences are diverse but centre on 70s hard rock, early 80s british heavy metal, with just enough progressive & modern elements to make the sound relevant & contemporary. Artists that have inspired Fury UK, although not necessarily outwardly obvious in the band's sound, are Iron Maiden, Metallica, Rush, Steve Vai, Black Sabbath, Joe Satriani.

The band released a debut album in November 2005 which was essentially a demo, with the help of Rocksector Records. Nevertheless “My Tomorrow” was  well-received by critics & fans alike & showcased particularly the british heavy metal side of the band. Tracks from "My Tomorrow" remain firm favourites within the band's live set. Live performances came thick & fast during 2006 including various headline shows where the band forged its' reputation.

The official album release "Face Of Adversity" came in 2007 via  Rocksector Records & available from October of that year via the likes of HMV, Virgin, Play.com, Amazon.co.uk, as well as download sites such as iTunes. "Face Of Adversity" is a more diverse release than its' predecessor demo, reflecting the diverse influences of the band members who originally  recorded that album. Unfortunately it was that diversity that perhaps was (at least partially) the undoing of that line-up & a change was enforced with effect from October 2007 to include new members Adam Cropper (bass & backing vocals) & Martin McNee (drums).

Upon the line-up change Fury UK has immediately taken on a more channelled hard rock / metal sound. Far from dilution, the live performances have taken on a new energy particularly worthy of the old school metal influences which had prompted Vault magazine to say  of the "My Tomorrow" album.... "....someone get a copy of this to Steve Harris of Iron Maiden so he can remember how it's supposed to be done...."

So, we come to the current situation & having manfully handled a major line-up change the band is unbelievably well-set with renewed optimism. The CD single Salvation (released 9th Feb 2008) with  3 tracks in total (Salvation, Manslaughter, Lost In Forever) is the perfect mix of "My Tomorrow" & "Face of Adversity"! A new album is planned for release early in 2009.

The outstanding album
"Face Of Adversity"

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Chris Appleton. Lead vocals & lead guitar. Founding member of the band & main writer of the bands material. Energy, invention, showmanship and delivers the goods in the studio and especially live shows!

Chris plays Gibson & Fender electric guitars, and Fender & Washburn Acoustics. He uses Engl heads and  cabs exclusively. Chris also uses a range of floor units such as Boss, Digitech and Marshall.

Influences - Tony Iommi, Glenn Hughes, Steve Vai, Dream Theater, Iron Maiden, Rush, Early Blues Guitarists, Ac/Dc, Black Sabbath, Joe Lyn Turner, Dio.

Past bands / Other Projects - Chris Appleton (solo project), Kick The Kat, Final Hour. Chris has an official endorsement arrangement with Engl Amplification. He uses exclusively an Engl Powerball Amp Head, with Engl Vintage cabs - 4x12 Slanted V30 & 2x12 V30.

Adam Cropper. Bass guitar & backing vocals. Adam joined the band in October 2007. Being a bass player for 5 years, and being in plenty of bands previously, he has great experience. With a monstrous appearance and a growling bass rig, he's made a huge impact in Fury UK. Adam plays Cort basses exclusively & uses Ashdown bass amplification."

Martin McNee. Drums. Martin joined in October 2007. He started playing drums at around 14/15 years of age in his school days. His early influences were Lars Ulrich (Metallica) & Tre Cool (Green Day). Later on his main inspiration comes from the likes of Bill Ward, Buddy Rich, John Bonham, Chad Smith & Ian Paice. Amongst his favourite bands are Primus, Metallica, Sabbath & Zeppelin. Martin's previous bands include August, Method & Mr.Bifta. He uses a 1968 vintage Lugwig kit (22" bass drum, 14" snare, 12" Tom & 16" floor tom). He uses Paiste cymbals (2002s) : 14" Soundedge, plus 16" & 18" crashes & a 20" ride. Stands & hardware are Big Dog & finally he sits on a Tama Throne.