It Bites FD

The Profile

English progressive pop band formed in the 1980s, originally fronted by Francis Dunnery. Released three albums in the 1980s, dissolved, then reunited in the 2000s with John Beck and Bob Dalton joined by John Mitchell. In 2019 the band announced no plans for the future; in 2024 Francis Dunnery revived the name as It Bites FD and released Return to Natural.

Original and long-associated members include Francis Dunnery (original vocalist/guitarist), John Beck (keyboards) and Bob Dalton (drums). John Mitchell (from Arena) joined the reunion lineup in the 2000s. Return to Natural (2024) was released under the It Bites FD name and is discussed in the provided review.

The review treats Return to Natural as a nostalgic, vintage-minded revival that often captures an '80s sound but lacks pop immediacy. Instrumental performances and bass work are praised, while production and overall bite are judged lax. Rated 3/5 and likely to please historic fans more than newcomers.