Animal Grace
April Wine · 1984
42 min · 9 tracks · hard rock
A vibrant blend of hard rock anthems and melodic ballads showcasing April Wine's signature sound.
Why this album works
Upon its release, 'Animal Grace' reached No. 20 on the Canadian Albums Chart, further establishing April Wine as a staple in the Canadian rock scene. The album includes tracks that received significant radio play, contributing to the band's legacy during a competitive era for rock music.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo enjoyment emotional ballads for reflection sing-along anthems with friends
- Context
- Released in January 1984, 'Animal Grace' was April Wine's ninth studio album, coming after their successful 'Nature of the Beast' which solidified their popularity in the early 80s. This album marked a period of transition as the band sought to maintain their relevance amid changing musical trends.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leonard Cohen· Sarah McLachlan· The Tragically Hip· Gordon Lightfoot· Bruce Cockburn· Loverboy· Glass Tiger· Bachman–Turner Overdrive
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 This Could Be the Right One 4:17
- 2 Sons of the Pioneers 5:35
- 3 Without Your Love Standout 4:52
- 4 Rock Tonite Standout 4:59
- 5 Hard Rock Kid 3:57
- 6 Money Talks Standout 3:29
- 7 Gimme That Thing Called Love 5:04
- 8 Too Hot to Handle 5:05
- 9 Last Time I'll Ever Sing the Blues 4:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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