Fu Manchu

Fu Manchu are an American stoner rock band from Southern California, led by Scott Hill, known for fuzz-drenched riffs, wah-wah solos and a 70s-influenced, sun-soaked heavy rock aesthetic.

Frequently compared to Kyuss in reviews; Scott Hill is consistently cited as vocalist/guitarist. Alex Lifeson is noted as a guest guitarist on the album Clone Of The Universe. Several reviews mention the band's roots in a prior hardcore act named Virulence.

DeBaser reviews present Fu Manchu as a consistent, fuzz-heavy stoner rock band rooted in 70s influences and California surf/road culture. Scott Hill's talk-like vocal style and the band's monolithic, riff-driven songs are recurring themes. Standout records frequently mentioned include In Search Of..., The Action Is Go!, King Of The Road and Clone Of The Universe. Reviews praise the band's energy, live shows and dedication to a specific sonic template.

For:Fans of stoner rock, 70s-influenced heavy rock, fuzz-and-wah guitar lovers