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Released 56 years ago this June

Fire and Water

Free · 1970

61 min · 13 tracks · hard rock

A powerful blend of soulful rock and blues, anchored by Paul Rodgers' commanding vocals and harmonically rich instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with varied intensity
  • soulful vocals for emotional connection
  • reflective moments for deep thinking
  • powerful anthems for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

  • dislike longer, evolving tracks
  • prefer instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 26, 1970, 'Fire and Water' was Free's third studio album, marking a pivotal moment in their career as they transitioned from a promising band to mainstream recognition. The album followed their self-titled debut and the less commercially successful 'Highway', showcasing a more refined sound that would define their legacy.
Stylistic neighbors
Bad Company· The Black Crowes· Led Zeppelin

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Fire and Water 4:03
  • 2 Oh I Wept 4:29
  • 3 Remember 4:29
  • 4 Heavy Load 5:22
  • 5 Mr. Big 5:58
  • 6 Don't Say You Love Me 6:07
  • 7 All Right Now 5:42
  • 8 Oh I Wept (alternate vocal take) 4:25
  • 9 Fire and Water (new stereo mix) 4:26
  • 10 Fire and Water (BBC session) 3:12
  • 11 All Right Now (BBC session) 5:33
  • 12 All Right Now (single version) 4:18
  • 13 All Right Now (first version) 3:31

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