Here to Hear
Wishbone Ash · 1989
42 min · 10 tracks · hard rock
A blend of melodic hard rock with progressive elements, showcasing intricate guitar harmonies and introspective lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cosmic Jazz Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Keeper of the Light — This track features soaring guitar solos interwoven with reflective lyrics about perseverance and hope, encapsulating the album's themes effectively.
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Mental Radio — With its catchy hooks and thought-provoking lyrics, this song showcases the band's melodic sensibilities while maintaining their progressive rock roots.
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Walk on Water — The energetic rhythm and uplifting message of this track make it a standout anthem of resilience, resonating well within the context of the late '80s rock scene.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow with contemplative moments
- intricate guitar harmonies to appreciate
- gradual peaks of emotional depth
- for focused listening sessions
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer standalone singles over cohesion
Where this album fits
- Themes
- late '80s rock evolution· melodic guitar harmonies
- Moods
- Chill· Introspective
- Career context
- Released in 1989, Here to Hear is Wishbone Ash's ninth studio album, following their 1987 effort, Nouveau Calls. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a transition from their classic sound towards a more polished and melodic approach that reflected the changing landscape of rock music during the late '80s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thin Lizzy· UFO· Blue Öyster Cult
Tracklist
- 1 Cosmic Jazz Start here 3:31
- 2 Keeper of the Light 3:55
- 3 Mental Radio 4:55
- 4 Walk on Water 4:03
- 5 Witness to Wonder 4:11
- 6 Lost Cause in Paradise 4:45
- 7 Why Don’t We 6:15
- 8 In the Case 3:30
- 9 Hole in My Heart, Part 1 3:06
- 10 Hole in My Heart, Part 2 4:32
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Power
Kansas
Shares intricate guitar work and a blend of hard rock with progressive elements from the late '80s.
Clutching at Straws
Marillion
Combines melodic rock with introspective lyrics and lush arrangements, echoing 'Here to Hear's' evolution.
Hysteria
Def Leppard
Features polished production and memorable guitar harmonies, reflecting the melodic trends of late '80s rock.
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