GUN | |
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| Also known as | G.U.N. |
| Origin | Glasgow, Scotland |
| Genres | Hard rock, heavy metal |
| Years active | 1987–1997, 2008–present |
| Labels | A&M, Polydor, Cooking Vinyl |
| Members | Giuliano "Jools" Gizzi Dante Gizzi Paul McManus Andy Carr Ruaraidh MacFarlane |
| Past members | Mark Rankin Alan Thornton Cami Morlotti Greg Barnes Derek Brown Michael McDaid Tommy Gentry David Aitken Scott Shields Baby Stafford Jim McDermott Mark Kerr Irvin Duguid Stuart Kerr Toby Jepson Gordon McNeil Johnny McGlynn Alex Dickson |
| Website | gunofficial |
MTV EMA award winners – GUN, were formed in Scotland by guitarist Giuliano Gizzi. Known for their compelling blend of rock, and a string of hits that have charted across Europe, GUN has consistently been a force in the music industry. During their career GUN have achieved 4 UK top 20 albums and 8 UK top 40 singles including a cover of Cameo’s Word Up which reached the UK top 10,[1] and charted all over Europe. GUN has toured extensively over the years, most notably with The Rolling Stones on their Steel Wheels & Urban Jungle tours.[2]
The band's latest album, 'Hombres,' reached the UK top 10 and Number 1 in their homeland, Scotland. It also featured prominently in the Samuel L. Jackson film 'Damaged'.[3] Recorded and produced with Simon Bloor (Trevor Horn) and mixed by Daryl Thorpe (Foo Fighters),[4] the album showcases GUN's continued evolution and unparalleled rock prowess. The first single from the album, 'All Fired Up,' sets the tone for an album that Metal Talk hails as "a real celebration and a genuine contender for Album of the Year," receiving a perfect 5-star review.[5]
The current lineup, featuring original members Dante Gizzi (Vocals) and Giuliano Gizzi (Guitar), along with Paul McManus (Drums), Andy Carr (Bass), and Ruaraidh MacFarlane (Guitar).[6]
The band continue to tour through 2024 with their European and UK tours, promising an unforgettable live experience that blends iconic tracks with fresh hits from 'Hombres.'[7]