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NEONFLY – The story so far
In less than a year, NEONFLY have gone from playing their first show in November 2008 in St. Albans to:
- Playing festivals in AUSTRIA,
- Supporting POWER QUEST on their last UK tour,
- Having 3 successful European tours, in countries like HUNGARY, SLOVAKIA or BELGIUM, conquering crowds wherever they go.
- Playing at RAISMESFEST in FRANCE with bands like MSG, EPICA, PAIN and AXXIS.
The future looks just as bright, as the band is confirmed as support in the UK for ADAGIO and TO-MERA in October. After that, the band will take some time to concentrate on songwriting for their next studio release.
The band’s commitment to their fans and their music is unquestionable, as they have achieved all this with no support or help from record labels, promotion companies, or management.
NEONFLY thanks their fans for their continued support over the past few months and we hope to see you on the road again soon!
Just like the goddess Athena, born fully armed from the forehead of Zeus after he swallowed her mother, NeonFly was nurtured inside of Frederick Thunder’s mind and born from his head all geared up and ready to be plugged in.
Joined by top musicians Tamas Csemez, Paul Miller, Nick Tingle and Patrick Harrington, with influences ranging from 80's Metal to Progressive Rock a 5 track EP was recorded between the months of February and July 2008 that is guaranteed to take the UK metal scene by storm. The EP also features the guest participation of rock legend Tony Mills from TNT (ex-Shy) doing guest vocals on one of the tracks called “Broken Wings”.
After the recording of the EP Nick left the band, being replaced temporarily by Mauricio Chamucero, who also left shortly after, to be replaced permanently by top metal drummer Boris Le Gal.
NeonFly combines the melodic approach of bands like Helloween, Edguy and Sonata Arctica, with the grandeur of classic bands like Whitesnake, Def Leppard, Van Halen or Iron Maiden, adding progressive touches inspired by bands such as Kansas or Jethro Tull to create a unique, bombastic and powerful sound.
The band’s signature sound is made up of massive choruses, huge orchestral arrangements, scorching guitar riffs, UFO’s in the sky and a touch of humor… Well, maybe more than just a touch…
Ultimately, NeonFly combines the efforts of 5 young and hungry guys ready to tear it up on stage, but don’t take our word for it, come to the shows… THE TRUTH IS OUT THERE!
The oddly named "Clever Disguise" is a genuinely invigorating display of quality song writing ability and technical vigour, crafting a slick, almost pop-like fusion of fast, pulsating melodic power metal. - POWER PLAY MAGAZINE, MARCH 2008
Frontman Tamas Csemez's passionate vocals helps give each track an extra lift, while the guitars and onstage movement from guitar duo Frederick Thunder and Patrick Harrington means there is always enough action alongside the music to grab peoples attention. - Live Review London 24/10/09 - KOMODO ROCK
This may only be five tracks but each of them are perfectly executed with a style that you don’t normally associate with home grown power metal. By far one of the best discs I have heard in a long time and I would suggest that you check them out, the potential here is big, really big. - Stu Occupier - www.metal-rules.com
The arrangements and compositional abilities which Frederick and his cohorts demonstrate here are exciting to hear from a young band and hint at great things to follow - www.komodorock.com
Neonfly are being hailed in some circles as the next big thing on the UK melodic metal scene. - www.musicxtra.net
These guys may be young but they are crafting songs like a band with twice their experience. - 8.5 www.metal-mayhem.co.uk
Do yourselves a favor and buy this amazing EP. - www.harm.us
Listening to a young unsigned band with this potential just makes you wonder what they could achieve with a full production - The Sanctuary (UCL-LSE newspaper)
Rarely does a band’s debut album grip the listener in an inescapable spell from the first notes of the intro to the final song’s fade out. - www.countgore.com
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Thanks & greetings from Helsinki Finland! We're looking forward to rocking with you in Denmark!
And remember also that VANITY INK will be touring UK in March 2010 with New Generation Superstars (UK) and Violent Divine (SWE). Check out the tourdates at our site and get ready to rock!
Wyrd Ways Rock Show LXXI is now up. You want to be on a future show? Get in touch. Drop by for an interview with Ed Lacey from The Berzerker. This week’s Shock Of The New, features Tempest Reign, Sariola, Blutgrafin, Rise and Eden Burning. In the Spotlight are Rusty Eye. Add to that, you’ve also go music from Evile, Monster Magnet and The Glitterati. I’m also setting up for auctioning some stuff for the Mike Alexander memorial.
Here’s where you need to be: http://www.wyrdwaysrs.com or PureRockRadio.net every Friday from 10pm GMT.
As usual, if you want to get in touch with me to ask for a song, contribute a Lie Back And Enjoy It, suggest a band for Shock Of The New (including your own!) or start a new round of The Connection, click on the Contact Form link on the homepage. I also want photos of you to go in the Listeners Gallery and Miss Wyrd Ways Rock Show. Send your shots to mail@wyrdwaysrs.com. Remember you can also listen to the show on PureRockRadio.net, Fridays at 10pm GMT.
Oh yeah,I'm really thrilled! I want to hear your new stuff as soon as I can!!!;) Just let me know,if you have recorded!
I will let you know.I can't wait to meet ya all again.
That's great,I'll try to make sure that you'll get some gigs here. I'll do my best! Just Campusrock won't be able again,because,they don't let bands play there twice. That's a rule they have... But in your case that would be a big big waste! I'll try to find something!:)
Man,I can't wait for it!!!! Would be so awesome! Any songtitles yet?
If you tour,you have to come to Austria again!
Man,by the way I'm sorry,because Chris and me told you that we want to go to England this summer to visit you,but we weren't able to come. But maybe next year!:)
Wyrd Ways Rock Show is now up. Bit of a remembrance vibe to this one. Not only for fallen military, but also for Mike Alexander. The show features an interview with two members of Evile, conducted by Alexander Milas of Metal Hammer. In Shock Of The New this week, you'll be hearing from Shudderwall, Francis Soto, Daisy Cutter, Thaurorod and Morphine Killer.
Here’s where you need to be: http://www.wyrdwaysrs.com or PureRockRadio.net every Friday from 10pm GMT.
As usual, if you want to get in touch with me to ask for a song, contribute a Lie Back And Enjoy It, suggest a band for Shock Of The New (including your own!) or start a new round of The Connection, click on the Contact Form link on the homepage. Remember I also want photos of you to go in the Listeners Gallery and Miss Wyrd Ways Rock Show. Send your shots to mail@wyrdwaysrs.com.
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