Harder ... Faster
April Wine · 1979
32 min · 8 tracks · hard rock
A high-octane blend of hard rock riffs and catchy melodies that define late 70s Canadian rock.
Why this album works
'Harder ... Faster' features the hit single 'I Like to Rock,' which became an anthem for the band and reached significant airplay on Canadian radio. The album is notable for its commercial success, peaking at #17 on the Canadian Albums Chart and contributing to April Wine's growing influence in the hard rock genre.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels dynamic emotional journeys short, engaging listening sessions
- Context
- Released in 1979, 'Harder ... Faster' was April Wine's fifth studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Nature of the Beast' in 1977. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation in the North American rock scene, continuing to evolve their sound while gaining a dedicated fanbase.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leonard Cohen· Sarah McLachlan· The Tragically Hip· Gordon Lightfoot· Bruce Cockburn· Loverboy· Glass Tiger· Bachman–Turner Overdrive
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Like to Rock Standout 4:22
- 2 Say Hello 2:59
- 3 Tonite Standout 4:03
- 4 Ladies Man 3:36
- 5 Before the Dawn 4:21
- 6 Babes in Arms 3:20
- 7 Better Do It Well 3:35
- 8 21st Century Schizoid Man Standout 6:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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