Los Furios

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The Furios are a 5 piece band from Vancouver, British Columbia who have performed across Western Canada since 2000. The Furios began adding horns to the line-up in 2001 and have been evolving their blend of punk, ska, and reggae ever since.

The band features a 2 piece horn section complemented by distinct songwriters and vocalists. This instrumentation adds to their diverse sound. Noticeable influences in their sound include acts such as The Clash, Sublime, Fishbone, and Rancid. The 6-song EP "Los Furios" (Surrender Records 2003) was the first release to feature the horn driven sound people have come to associate with the band.

The most recent Furios release is "Warning Shot" (Megalith Records USA/Bacteria Buffet Records CDN)which has sold over 5000 copies, mostly at the live shows, and has received rave reviews from college radio DJ's across the country. "Warning Shot" fully displays the diverse influences of the group, ranging from rocksteady reggae to so-cal punk & ska.

February 4th 2006, the brand new album entitled "Tread Lightly" will be released, with a more powerful sound and the best songwriting to date for the band, and extensive touring will follow. The Furios shine the brightest when seen and heard live. The six piece group rocks, jumps, bumps and dances through set after set creating a party atmosphere that has made them a favorite with club owners and patrons alike.

Some of their highlight gigs include two opening spots at The Commodore Ballroom (House of Blues), first with Fishbone and later with The Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra. The have been invited to play the Victoria Ska Festival three years running, including a headlining spot on the 2005 bill with Fishbone and Long Beach Short Bus. The Vans Warped Tour has also taken notice of the band, featuring them on their 2005 tour.

Other acts that have shared a stage with The Furios include: Bedouin Soundclash, The Pietasters, Chris Murray, Monkey, The Planet Smashers, Flashlight Brown, The Toasters, Big-D and The Kids Table, DOA, Mad Bomber Society, General Rudie, The Evaporators, and The Smugglers.

[edit] Band Members

Corinne - Trombone/Vocals
Kyle - Guitar/Vocals
Jethro - Bass
Sean - Drums/Vocals
Ryan - Saxophone/Vocals

[edit] Discography

Tread Lightly (2006) Tracklisting: 1. Motivation 2. Anchor 3. Ghostown 4. Too Hot 5. No Criminal 6. Jukebox Havana 7. Don't Ask Why 8. Better Man 9. Body Bag 10. Maybe Next Time 11. Strip Down 12. Mary 13. Tread Lightly
Warning Shot (2004) Tracklisting: 1. Too High 2. La Furia Lego 3. Media Warfare 4. Let it Off 5. One of These Days 6. Ready to Go 7. Preso 8. Seventy Seven 9. Hey Sister 10. Brand New Low 11. Respect 12. Bodybag
Warning Shot (2005) Tracklisting: 1. Too High 2. La Furia Lego 3. Media Warfare 4. Let it Off 5. One of These Days 6. Ready to Go 7. Preso 8. Seventy Seven 9. Hey Sister 10. Brand New Low 11. Respect 12. Bodybag
Los Furios (2003) Tracklisting: 1. Jokes on You 2. Gringo 3. Tradition 4. Together as One 5. Something's Wrong 6. Running in Circles
Surrender EP (2002) Tracklisting: 1. Divided 2. Waiting for the Sun 3. You Might Think 4. Salvation
Head Hunter (2000) Tracklisting: 1. Down and Out 2. Too Late 3. Headhunter 4. Eleven Stories 5. Salvation 6. Big Belly Man 7. Never Know 8. Gone Away 9. The Life 10. River Calm 11. So Close, So Far 12. Wall of Inspiration