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Name .:. Fury in the Slaughterhouse - CHANGES
Genre : Rock
Source : CDDA
Type .:. Album
Artist : Fury in the Slaughterhouse
Label : Starwatch Entertainment
Titel : CHANGES
Tracks : 12
Playtime : 39:29
Size : 72,90 MB
Encoder : VBRNEW - LAME3.100 - V0
Quality : VBR kbps / 44.1kHz / Joint-Stereo
Bitrate : avg. 257kbps
[ Tracklist ]
01.Changes 03:33
02.9 Lives 02:39
03.Youth Is Wasted On The Young 02:39
04.Lost And Found 02:59
05.Viva La Revolucion 03:52
06.Believe 04:04
07.Fix This Crack 03:30
08.When We Were Young 03:45
09.Years Of Thunder 02:56
10.Sister Moon 03:04
11.Dream About You 03:20
12.Sorrowland 03:08
Total 39:29 Min
Some North American readers of MHMB who were already
into rock music during the 1990s may remember
GermanyÆs Fury In The Slaughterhouse. The band
enjoyed a measure of international success with
songs such as ôRadio Orchidö and the acclaimed Mono
album. Beyond their achievements in the United
States and the UK, the Hannover-based outfit has
long been regarded as one of the most important and
influential bands in German rock music.
Over the course of their career, most Fury In The
Slaughterhouse albums have reached the Top 10 of the
German album charts, while their most recent
release, Hope, even claimed the No. 1 spot. That
album represented the second chapter of a trilogy
that began with Now. Released after a 13-year
recording hiatus and in the midst of the global
pandemic, Nowmarked a highly anticipated return for
a band that has played a significant role in shaping
GermanyÆs rock landscape.
In many ways, Now served as a symbol of optimism
during difficult timesùa reminder that brighter days
can emerge from adversity. That theme naturally
carried over into Hope, released in 2023, and now
reaches its conclusion with Changes, the final
installment of this remarkable trilogy.
While the title might suggest a dramatic stylistic
shift, Changes is anything but a departure from the
bandÆs roots. Fury In The Slaughterhouse remain
firmly committed to their signature sound. Powerful,
well-crafted rock songs sit comfortably alongside
heartfelt ballads, creating an album that is both
emotionally resonant and musically engaging. Rather
than signaling reinvention, Changes reflects the
countless small developments, experiences, and
creative evolutions that have shaped the band
throughout its career.
In fact, Changes may be the most authentic Fury In
The Slaughterhouse album to date. Unlike previous
releases, every member of the band contributed to
the songwriting and creative process, resulting in a
record rich in diversity, depth, and perspective.
The album opens with the title track, ôChanges,ö
which begins on a reflective note before gradually
building into a powerful rocker packed with the
bandÆs trademark energy. One of the standout
singles, ô9 Lives,ö immediately grabs attention with
its driving rhythm and infectious chorus, making it
nearly impossible not to sing along. From there, the
band shifts into ôYouth Is Wasted on the Young,ö a
vibrant and uplifting anthem that effortlessly
clears away the clouds and lets the sunshine in.
ôLost and Foundö showcases another facet of the
album with its synth-driven introduction,
highlighting the stylistic breadth that
characterizes Changes. The same versatility can be
found in ôViva La Revolucion,ö a track inspired by
alternative culture and the bandÆs formative years,
reflecting both their roots and the individual
backgrounds of its members.
One of the albumÆs most beautiful moments arrives
with ôBelieve,ö a carefully crafted song that evokes
memories of R.E.M.ùa connection reinforced by
lyrical references to the legendary American band.
Meanwhile, ôWhen We Were Youngö revisits themes
similar to those explored in ôYouth Is Wasted on the
Young,ö offering a nostalgic and occasionally
melancholic look back at the carefree recklessness
of youth.
The banjo-driven ôYears of Thunderö adds a fresh
flavor to the album and develops into a rousing rock
anthem, while ôSister Moonö follows with a warm,
almost timeless atmosphere that balances hope and
melancholy in equal measure.
As the concluding chapter of a trilogy, Changes
finds Fury In The Slaughterhouse at their most
mature, confident, and accomplished. The album
embraces the scars, lessons, and triumphs
accumulated over decades, transforming them into a
collection of songs that feels both personal and
universal. Powerful, versatile, and rich in
character, Changes stands as one of the strongest
records of the bandÆs career and further cements
Fury In The SlaughterhouseÆs status as one of
GermanyÆs premier rock acts.