Mick Fury
Mick Fury
Mick Fury is an American singer-songwriter, composer, and producer known for his work in the rock, Americana, and folk genres. Born in Syracuse, New York, and currently based in Nashville he has gained recognition for his heartfelt and introspective songwriting, powerful vocals, and versatile instrumental skills on guitar, keys, and vocals.
Career
Fury embarked on his musical journey in 2001, starting his career on the iconic Sunset Strip before eventually relocating to New York in 2003. Upon returning to NY, he started the band Silent Fury. The band toured unceasingly, opening for Bret Michaels, Stone Temple Pilots, Brothers Osborne, Bush, Goo Goo Dolls, Vertical Horizon, Insane Clown Posse, Frankie Ballard, and Fuel. Silent Fury also had their song "Exit Wounds" placed in the motion picture Underworld: Awakening.
In 2015, he relocated to Nashville, where he further honed his craft and found inspiration in the city's vibrant music scene. His band Mick Fury & Midnight Moonshine won a 2015 Syracuse Area Music Award for Best Country Album, and the band picked up dates with Brothers Osborne, Frankie Ballard, Craig Campbell, and Travis Tritt.
Throughout his career, Fury has demonstrated his talent and versatility across various musical projects and collaborations. He has been an active member of the Recording Academy and ASCAP, affiliating himself with esteemed organizations in the music industry.
Notable accomplishments and milestones highlight Fury's impressive career trajectory. In March 2022, he composed the score for the theatrical film "Panama," starring Mel Gibson and Cole Hauser. The film's soundtrack achieved significant success, landing in the Top 8 iTunes movies. This achievement further solidified Fury's reputation as a skilled composer.
In the realm of television, Fury's music has made its mark with dozens of placements on the popular soap opera "The Young and the Restless." Additionally, his documentary film, "Front Porch of America," was picked up by Roku, exposing his work to a wider audience.
Fury's creative contributions extend beyond the stage and studio. He has earned recognition for his songwriting abilities, receiving the Outstanding Achievement in Songwriting award from the Great American Songwriting Contest in 2023 for his song "Cinnamon," co-written with Ciara Rae. He was also nominated for a Josie Award for Best Americana/Roots/Folk Artist in the same year.
Fury's discography showcases his evolution as an artist. His current album, "1981-1996," released in June 2023, explores the struggles of the Millennial generation with a blend of rock, Americana, and folk influences. This project, combining Springsteen-meets-Muse vibes, has had a series of positive reviews from Nashville Roots Radio WMOT saying it "Gave a voice to his generation."
Outside of music, Fury leads a multifaceted life. He is also an author, a screenwriter and an established chef. These diverse interests and experiences contribute to his creative approach and unique perspective.With a career spanning over two decades, Mick Fury continues to captivate audiences with his heartfelt lyrics and soulful vocals.
