Argus "Then Again" Live
Wishbone Ash · 2008
73 min · 12 tracks · hard rock
Electric harmonies and spirited guitar interplay create a vibrant live atmosphere that captures the essence of classic hard rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Real Guitars Have Wings Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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The King Will Come — This track exemplifies Wishbone Ash's signature twin-guitar harmonies and dynamic songwriting, making it a highlight of both the original album and this live rendition.
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Blowin’ Free — With its anthemic chorus and powerful guitar solos, this song captures the essence of the band's style and serves as a crowd favorite during live performances.
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Throw Down the Sword — The lyrical depth combined with intricate melodies showcases the band’s ability to balance hard rock energy with reflective themes, making it a standout piece in their setlist.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gradual build to powerful climax
- immersive live performance energy
- extended guitar solos and harmonies
- reflective moments of nostalgia
- engaging storytelling through music
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Celebrates a classic album, resonating with dedicated fans of the band's legacy.
- Themes
- 1970s rock revival· live concert energy· twin-guitar harmonies
- Career context
- Released in 2008, 'Then Again' Live marks Wishbone Ash's return to their roots, celebrating their 1972 album 'Argus'. This live recording showcases the band's enduring legacy, following a series of lineup changes and a revival of interest in their music since the early 2000s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thin Lizzy· UFO· Blue Öyster Cult
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Warrior
The narrative shifts from introspective reflections to a call for strength and resilience amid adversity.
Tracklist
- 1 Intro 1:04
- 2 Real Guitars Have Wings Start here 4:02
- 3 Mountainside 6:00
- 4 Growing Up 4:58
- 5 Time Was 9:57
- 6 Sometime World 6:41
- 7 Blowin’ Free 5:25
- 8 The King Will Come 7:48
- 9 Leaf and Stream 4:24
- 10 Warrior 5:42
- 11 Throw Down the Sword 5:55
- 12 Way of the World 11:46
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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