Asia
Asia · 1982
44 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock
Melodic and polished progressive rock interweaves intricate musicianship with accessible hooks and anthemic choruses.
Why this album works
Asia's self-titled debut achieved significant commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart in the United States. The album produced hit singles like 'Heat of the Moment,' which helped define the sound of early '80s rock and has been frequently cited as an influential work within the genre of progressive rock.
- Best for
- melodic sing-along moments intricate musicianship appreciation layered, rich soundscapes
- Context
- Released on March 1, 1982, 'Asia' was the debut album of the supergroup Asia, formed by members from established bands like Yes and Emerson, Lake & Palmer. At this point in their careers, the individual band members were seeking a new direction after previous successes, culminating in this commercially potent offering that aimed to blend progressive rock with a more mainstream sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Emerson, Lake & Palmer· Muse· Nikolai Noskov
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Heat of the Moment Standout 3:51
- 2 Only Time Will Tell Standout 4:47
- 3 Sole Survivor Standout 4:52
- 4 One Step Closer 4:18
- 5 Time Again 4:49
- 6 Wildest Dreams 5:13
- 7 Without You 5:07
- 8 Cutting It Fine 5:40
- 9 Here Comes the Feeling 5:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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