California Crossing

California Crossing

California Crossing

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In the hazy, heavy world of stoner rock, two bands have risen out of pioneering act Kyuss to develop their own legions of followers--Queens of the Stone Age and Fu Manchu. Queens gained the respect of the mainstream alt-rock crowd, while Fu Manchu developed their own cult of worshipers through small indie labels. Now on their seventh album, Fu Manchu should be on their way to grabbing more of the commercial rock spotlight; their clean, straightforward sound is spit-shined and ready for airplay. While not quite up there with Fu's 2000 epic King of the Road, California Crossing is a big-barreled hybrid of sludgy guitars, mid- to up-tempo rhythms (with a couple insane drum solos), and frontman Scott Hill's SoCal-driven vocals. The album is the standard tribute to Black Sabbath and Blue Cheer. But like ex-bandmates Nebula, Fu Manchu add Led Zeppelin-like classic rock influences to their music as well. With songs like "Squash That Fly" and "Mongoose," California Crossing is a well-fueled album that should please fans of that gray area between heavy metal and hard rock. Jennifer Maerz

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California Crossing
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • The Loudest Band in Rock and Roll
  • Not their best effort
  • Fu Manchu - 'California Crossing' (Mammoth)
  • Yeah, man...that's REAL good
  • Still Awesome
 California Crossing
Fu Manchu
Manufacturer: Fontana Mammoth
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Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005QG9X
Release Date: 2002-02-05

Tracks:

  1. Separate Kingdom
  2. Hang On
  3. Mongoose
  4. Thinkin' Out Loud
  5. California Crossing
  6. Wiz Kid
  7. Squash That Fly
  8. Ampn'
  9. Bultaco
  10. Downtowin In Dogtown
  11. The Wasteoid

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In the hazy, heavy world of stoner rock, two bands have risen out of pioneering act Kyuss to develop their own legions of followers--Queens of the Stone Age and Fu Manchu. Queens gained the respect of the mainstream alt-rock crowd, while Fu Manchu developed their own cult of worshipers through small indie labels. Now on their seventh album, Fu Manchu should be on their way to grabbing more of the commercial rock spotlight; their clean, straightforward sound is spit-shined and ready for airplay. While not quite up there with Fu's 2000 epic King of the Road, California Crossing is a big-barreled hybrid of sludgy guitars, mid- to up-tempo rhythms (with a couple insane drum solos), and frontman Scott Hill's SoCal-driven vocals. The album is the standard tribute to Black Sabbath and Blue Cheer. But like ex-bandmates Nebula, Fu Manchu add Led Zeppelin-like classic rock influences to their music as well. With songs like "Squash That Fly" and "Mongoose," California Crossing is a well-fueled album that should please fans of that gray area between heavy metal and hard rock. Jennifer Maerz

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars The Loudest Band in Rock and Roll.......2006-08-08

I saw this band in Baltimore in 2003(?) on tour to promote this album. We got spots next to the stage, and all I remember clearly from that show was how LOUD it was! After the first song, my ears had a distinctive ring that I had never heard (keep in mind that I had been been going to several dozen shows a year for at least 15 years at that point). At that point, the lead singer pointed to the sound guy and told him to turn it UP! After the show, my buddy, a diehard Fu fan, chatted with the lead singer about how great the show was. His response? "Well Goddamnit, thankyou very much".

That experience to me sums up Fu Manchu. Very loud stoner rock, with a slight taste of mischief, and a lead singer who likes to say "goddamn" a whole heck of a lot.

This particular album's got some hooks on it that will leave the average stoner rock fan craving for more. TO me, the top song on this album has got to be the rockin' "Squash that fly". The screaming chords and sarcastic vocals on these songs will leave you wanting to see these guys live, a show that is well worth every penny.

3 out of 5 stars Not their best effort.......2005-09-29

As a long-time fan of Fu Manchu, I gotta say this record missed the target for me. While I still respect the band for proudly flying the stoner rock flag, this record is more of a polished MTV friendly anthem than a sluge-ladden masterpiece of old. Don't get me wrong...I'm all for a band's musical development if it goes somewhere good (like Clutch or Sonic Youth). But this record goes somewhere I don't want to be. There are a few good songs here ("Mongoose" being one of their all-time greats), but it is the first Chu album I ever bought where I find myself skipping through the mediocre songs to get to the gems. Their earlier records weren't this way at all. "No One Rides for Free", "Daredevil", "Action is Go", and even the under-rated "King of the Road" were fantastic. These albums all shined from start to finish without exception. If you want their best, buy "In Search Of".

4 out of 5 stars Fu Manchu - 'California Crossing' (Mammoth).......2004-11-19

Worthy follow-up to 2000's 'King Of The Road' disc.Fu Manchu has apparently road-tested their heavy guitar riffing.Sort of reminds me of early AC/DC,which is a good thing.'California...' appears to be maybe more melodic,that might be because the CD was produced by Matt Hyde(Porno For Pyros,Monster Magnet).Tunes that I liked best are "Mongoose","Whiz Kid","Squash That Fly" and the skateboard friendly "Downtown To Dogtown".'California Crossing' and the band's efforts here after just COULD land them to a wider audience.Let's hope so.

5 out of 5 stars Yeah, man...that's REAL good.......2004-10-13

I know California Crossing isn't Fu Manchu's best, but it still gets a five-star rating from me. It's just another fine example of heavy, groove-filled stoner rock from one of the best bands doing this. Every song rules, but I especially love "Thinking Out Loud," "Downtown in Dogtown," and "The Wasteoid." The whole Fu Manchu catalog is required listening, and this one shouldn't be ignored.

5 out of 5 stars Still Awesome.......2003-11-10

After all these years Fu Manchu is still as heavy and as raw as when they started. This band rocks!!! Sorry to you losers out there, they won't sell out. This band puts alternative rockers to shame.
California Crossing (w/ Bonus CD)
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    		California Crossing (w/ Bonus CD)

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    ASIN: B000693W8W
    California Crossing
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • Bonus Tracks Are Available In The US
    		 California Crossing
    Fu Manchu
    Manufacturer: Cutting Edge
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B00005R6BY
    Release Date: 2002-01-17

    Tracks:

    1. Separate Kingdom
    2. Hang On
    3. Mongoose
    4. Thinkin Out Loud
    5. California Crossing
    6. Wiz Kid
    7. Squash That Fly
    8. Apmn
    9. Bultaco
    10. Downtown In Dogtown
    11. Wasteoid
    12. Planet Of The Apes

    Album Details

    Japanese Version featuring a Bonus Track: 'planet of the Apes.'

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Bonus Tracks Are Available In The US.......2003-01-24

    For some reason not listed here on Amazon.com, there is a two-disk package with the US release of California Crossing plus the bonus track, which is actually entitled "Planet Of The 'Ape Hangers'", (ape hangers are customized motorcycle handle bars). You might look for the domestic US package before shelling out so much for an import.
    DoublePlays: In Search Of/California Crossing
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      		DoublePlays: In Search Of/California Crossing
      Fu Manchu
      Manufacturer: Festival
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

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      ASIN: B0009SQ4ZI
      Release Date: 2005-05-24

      Tracks:

      1. Regal Begal
      2. Missing Link
      3. Asphalt Risin'
      4. Neptune's Convoy
      5. Redline
      6. Cyclone Launch
      7. Strato-Streak
      8. Solid Hex
      9. Falcon Has Landed
      10. Seahag
      11. Bargain
      12. Supershooter

      Tracks:

      1. Separate Kingdom
      2. Hang On
      3. Mangoose
      4. Thinkin' Out Loud
      5. California Crossing
      6. Wiz Kid
      7. Squash That Fly
      8. Ampn'
      9. Bultaco
      10. Downtown in Dogtown
      11. Wasteoid

      Album Description

      The 'Double Play' range features two original albums packaged together in a slipcase at a great price! In search of & California crossing. Available from July 1 - September 30 ONLY!
      Selections From California Crossing
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        		Selections From California Crossing
        Fu Manchu
        Manufacturer: Mammoth Records
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD
        ASIN: B000SJ5X7I

        Product Description

        Two tracks: Separate Kingdom * Downtown in Dogtown

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