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Front Page News

Wishbone Ash · 1977

42 min · 10 tracks · hard rock

A blend of melodic hard rock and reflective lyrics wrapped in intricate twin-guitar harmonies.

Why this album works

Best for
steady, consistent energy levels melodic reflective listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs
Context
By the time 'Front Page News' was released in January 1977, Wishbone Ash had already established themselves as a prominent band in the hard rock scene with their previous album 'There's the Rub'. This release marked their fifth studio album and demonstrated a shift towards more polished production while maintaining their signature dual guitar sound, which had been pivotal in their earlier successes.
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Front Page News is an album by Wishbone Ash, released in 1977. A blend of melodic hard rock and reflective lyrics wrapped in intricate twin-guitar harmonies. 'Front Page News' received mixed to positive reviews upon its release, with some critics noting its cohesive sound and lyrical maturity. The album contributed to Wishbone Ash's reputation as innovators within the hard rock genre, influencing later guitar-driven bands with its intricate arrangements and harmonies. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Front Page News sound like?

A blend of melodic hard rock and reflective lyrics wrapped in intricate twin-guitar harmonies. Rooted in hard rock.

What makes Front Page News by Wishbone Ash notable?

'Front Page News' received mixed to positive reviews upon its release, with some critics noting its cohesive sound and lyrical maturity. The album contributed to Wishbone Ash's reputation as innovators within the hard rock genre, influencing later guitar-driven bands with its intricate arrangements and harmonies. By the time 'Front Page News' was released in January 1977, Wishbone Ash had already established themselves as a prominent band in the hard rock scene with their previous album 'There's the Rub'. This release marked their fifth studio album and demonstrated a shift towards more polished production while maintaining their signature dual guitar sound, which had been pivotal in their earlier successes.

Who is Front Page News for?

Front Page News works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, melodic reflective listening sessions and gradual builds and payoffs.

How many songs are on Front Page News?

Front Page News has 10 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·42:54

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

  • 1 Front Page News Standout 5:15
  • 2 Midnight Dancer Standout 4:30
  • 3 Goodbye Baby Hello Friend 3:52
  • 4 Surface to Air Standout 4:53
  • 5 714 3:26
  • 6 Come in From the Rain 4:46
  • 7 Right or Wrong 2:51
  • 8 Heart Beat 4:21
  • 9 The Day I Found Your Love 4:31
  • 10 Diamond Jack 4:24

Release Date

January 1, 1977

Genre

hard rock

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

42 min 54 sec