Is About Time a good place to start with Ten Years After?

Yes, About Time is recommended as a starting point for new Ten Years After listeners. A gritty blend of blues rock and boogie, infused with passionate guitar riffs and soulful melodies that echo the band's roots. When 'About Time' was released in January 1989, Ten Years After was navigating a comeback phase after several years of lineup changes and shifting musical landscapes. This album marked their first studio release since their 1976 record 'Positive Vibrations', showcasing their return to the blues rock sound that defined their early career.

Who is About Time for?

About Time works well if you're into steady mid-tempo groove throughout, heartfelt reflections on everyday struggles and for relaxed gatherings.

How many songs are on About Time?

About Time has 11 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

About Time

Ten Years After · 1989

54 min · 11 tracks · blues rock

A gritty blend of blues rock and boogie, infused with passionate guitar riffs and soulful melodies that echo the band's roots.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Highway of Love Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious energy and showcases the band’s signature blend of blues and rock elements.
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Victim of Circumstance — This song highlights the lyrical depth and emotional complexity found throughout the album, reflecting on themes of struggle and resilience.
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Waiting for the Judgement Day — The closing track encapsulates the band's reflective side, combining poignant lyrics with an evocative instrumental arrangement that lingers after the final note.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo groove throughout
heartfelt reflections on everyday struggles
for relaxed gatherings
engaging storytelling in each track

Maybe skip if you

prefer fast-paced listening experiences
seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Helped re-establish Ten Years After's presence after a lengthy hiatus.
Themes: Highway of Love· Victim mentality· judgment day reflection
Career context: When 'About Time' was released in January 1989, Ten Years After was navigating a comeback phase after several years of lineup changes and shifting musical landscapes. This album marked their first studio release since their 1976 record 'Positive Vibrations', showcasing their return to the blues rock sound that defined their early career.
Stylistic neighbors: Cream· The Allman Brothers Band· Johnny Winter