Blue Horizon
Wishbone Ash · 2014
59 min · 10 tracks · hard rock
A melodic tapestry of hard rock, blending intricate guitar harmonies with contemplative lyrics and a touch of bluesy undertones.
Top tracks — play these first
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Take It Back Start here — This opening track sets the tone with its driving rhythms and thoughtful lyrics about resilience and moving forward, encapsulating the album's themes.
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Deep Blues — The song features a deep groove and expressive guitar solos that highlight Wishbone Ash's signature dual-lead style while exploring introspective themes.
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Blue Horizon — As the title track, it offers an extended exploration of melody and lyrical depth, showcasing the band’s knack for creating atmospheric soundscapes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective journey through life
- steady mid-tempo progression
- warm melodies for contemplation
- for late-night drives
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a successful return after a decade, showcasing continued evolution and maturity.
- Moods
- Introspective· Chill
- Career context
- Released on February 21, 2014, 'Blue Horizon' is Wishbone Ash's first studio album in over a decade, following the 2002 release of 'Bona Fide'. At this point in their career, the band was embracing their classic sound while integrating modern influences, showcasing their enduring legacy in the rock genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thin Lizzy· UFO· Blue Öyster Cult
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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American Century
The verse reflects on societal change and personal growth amidst a rapidly evolving world.
By juxtaposing personal reflection with broader cultural commentary, the lyrics elevate individual experiences into a collective narrative.
Tracklist
- 1 Take It Back Start here 6:01
- 2 Deep Blues 5:28
- 3 Strange How Things Come Back Around 6:01
- 4 Being One 5:07
- 5 Way Down South 6:45
- 6 Tally Ho! 4:46
- 7 Mary Jane 4:38
- 8 American Century 5:07
- 9 Blue Horizon 7:45
- 10 All There Is to Say 7:24
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Blackbird
Alter Bridge
Shares intricate guitar harmonies and themes of resilience in a hard rock context.
Great Western Valkyrie
Rival Sons
Combines bluesy undertones with melodic hard rock, echoing contemplative lyrical themes.
Rise
The Answer
Merges rock influences with modern sound while exploring themes of perseverance.
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