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Fuel - Sunburn Audio CD

A fair review of the Fuel "Sunburn" Audio CD. Please note that the below review is the views of the authors, and authors only. You can get a complete list of all Fuel reviews here, or go back to the Fuel tabs.

Fuel Band: Fuel
Title: Sunburn
Rating:
Release Date: 1998-03-31
Media: Audio CD

Tracks: 1: Bittersweet 2: Shimmer 3: Jesus or a Gun 4: Sunburn 5: New Thing 6: It's Come to This 7: Song for You 8: Mary Pretends 9: Ozone 10: Hideaway

One Good Song
That's the only good song on the album. I bought this Fuel album for the song "Shimmer". A couple of others are okay. I should have just bought the MP3 of that song. I paid $3, only for shipping, so I don't feel too bad about the deal. Otherwise it's a 1-star.


Just Some Good, Simple Music
Perhaps they came out at the wrong time -- too late to be respected in the grunge scene, as legends like Nirvana and Soundgarden had done their time -- and too similar to many other bands of their era, such as Creed, Nickelback, Oleander, etc. Fuel never really got the credit they deserve, and they probably never will. But the important thing to remember, despite the fact that they may not be the biggest creative force in rock music, is that they can write some damn good songs, and their official debut, 1998's "Sunburn" is a testament to that.

You all likely remember their biggest hit, "Shimmer," and you can probably count on it being played to death into oblivion, long after we're gone, but other lesser-known singles such as "Sunburn" and the moderately heavier "Bittersweet" and "Jesus Or A Gun" (personal favorite) were just as good. Likewise, "Mary Pretends" and "Ozone" show the band in pure rock form, while "Song For You" probably could have been another hit if they had stuck it out there. Basically, "Sunburn" is a perfect balance between hard-rocking tunes and radio-ready ballads.

It's easy to see why Fuel hit hard with this album. What's not to like about it? It may be a bit cliched and unoriginal, but "Sunburn" is a solid modern rock album. Frontman Brett Scallions (who is now estranged from the band) has a strong, slightly distinct vocalist, and guitarist Carl Bell proves to be a key creative force, pulling dual duty as both axeman and songwriter. I used to consider them a guilty pleasure, but not anymore. Fuel are/were probably one of the more dynamic and inspiring bands of their day. Anyone who loves straight-up, simply good hard-rock, should have their own copy of "Sunburn. ".


Awsome Alternative
I wish there were more albums like this. Fuels Debut Album is not especially groundbreaking or anything but is a memorable and solid effort. Every song is rich, melodic and varied. There is not a bad track out of the 12. Each one is an individual experience, but well tied together with the rest in an unusual way. The lyrics are at times beautific. No whining grunge Nirvana angst. But a true from the heart sample of life. It really doesn't get much better than this. Listen to it again and again and it grows on ya. Kinda like a fine wine. Savour it.


Good Stuff
This has to bee one of Fuels best. . . I was quite happy with this purchase and enjoyed a lot of the songs on this Cd. "Ozone", "Sunburn", and "Bittersweet" have to be my all time favorites. Although the rest of the cd is great as well, I dont have really anything negative to say about this cd. Here are my track ratings. . .

1. Untitled - 10/10
2. Bittersweet - 10/10
3. Shimmer - 10/10
4. Jesus Or A Gun - 9. 5/10
5. Sunburn - 10/10
6. New Thing - 9. 5/10
7. It's Come To This - 9. 5/10
8. Song For You - 9/10
9. Mary Pretends - 9/10
10. Ozone - 10/10
11. Hideaway - 8/10

Overall: 95% A

"Sunburn" is one of my top favorite albums of all time. Anyone who enjoys the track "Shimmer" and is interested in hearing more Fuel, pick this up right away!.


Sunburn
Ive found that way too many of the rock bands coming out today have no soul or emotion, and are simply going through the motions. Every day, I find myself drifting further and further away from this type of rock music. Luckily, Fuel arent one of these bands.

Now when Im drifting away from mainstream rock, my main genre of interest is metal. Lamb Of God, In Flames and Pantera are 3 of my favorite bands, but I still really enjoy this CD just because of the emotion. No; it doesnt have frantic drumming, blazing guitar solos and harsh growling vocals. Nor does it have weak whining and screaming over distorted guitars. All it is is 4 guys, playing music and believing in what they are doing, and that is why I have been able to hang on to this CD.

The first thing that stands out when you listen to Fuel are the vocals. Brett Scallions has a somewhat raspy style of singing that makes him somewhat distinct. Granted the musicianship is nothing amazing, but for this type of music it doesnt have to be, and in fact there actually is a guitar solo in "Sunburn" (whens the last time you heard Nickelback play a guitar solo?). The lyrics are good as well. Theyre simple and emotional, and I think most people can relate to the songs.

Overall, this is a very solid CD that any fans of rock should like. But, if youre getting tired of the stuff thats being played on the radio and are seeking something a little bit different, I would give Fuel a try. .


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