Things I Miss: A Dozen Furies

Ever have one of those days where you think to yourself "what haven't I heard in awhile?"  Today while making some general conversation with fellow music enthusiasts when we got on the subject of good acts that have now parted ways. 

My choice for a gloomy Monday in Toronto is... A DOZEN FURIES!  This five piece group from Dallas, TX wowed fans that flocked to 2004's Battle of Ozzfest (a promotion for Ozzfest '04).  The toss up cam between ADF, Manntis and Cynder.


(Awake & Lifeless @ Ozzfest '05)

ADF was chosen after a tour of the three bands took place and getting themselves signed to Sanctuary Records.  I was fortunate enough to catch them when they started touring away from Ozzfest (July 22nd, 2005 with In Flames, Arch Enemy and Trivium) in London, ON @ The Drink Nightclub.

("The Cycle")

On September 13, 2005, ADF released their only full length album, entitled "A Concept From Fire".  Personally, I thought the album had great energy, riffs and structure.  Their live performance was very high energy, getting everyone on the floor involved (I remember the bassist, Keith, hanging from dance cage during their song "The Cycle" in London).  The guys were also very approachable as well, no shunning away from cameras, questions and/or autographs.  I guess when you are a new band and have to make a name for yourself you get watch you can.  Either way, it was a great album from a great band.

1. The Gift

2. Awake and Lifeless

3. The Everlasting Grudge

4. Push Away

5. A Concept from Fire

6. An Idea and Some Rope

7. The Cycle

8. Into Another Life

9. Lost in a Fantasy

10. Nightmare of a Martyr

11. 138

12. The Ill Will

A Dozen Furies was:

Bucky Garrett – Vocals | Marc Serrano - Guitar | Joey Turner - Guitar | Keith Reber - Bass | Mike Miller - Drums

("Lost In A Fantasy")

Unfortunately, all good things must (I guess) come to an end.  ADF disbanded in 2006 to work on new projects and other endeavors.  It has been rumored that the guys are currently writing new material, but nothing has been confirmed.  So for now, I will just have to keep spinning my 'Concept From Fire' CD and crossing fingers these guys come out with some new material.

If you're interested in purchasing the album, click here to visit Amazon and pick up a copy.