New England
Wishbone Ash · 1976
37 min · 9 tracks · hard rock
Melodic hard rock harmonies intertwine with intricate guitar work, creating an expansive and atmospheric soundscape.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing and flow
- Context
- Released in 1976, 'New England' was Wishbone Ash's fifth studio album, following their commercial peak with 'There's the Rub' in 1974. The band continued to explore complex arrangements and harmonies, solidifying their reputation as pioneers of twin-guitar instrumentation alongside contemporaries like Thin Lizzy.
- If you like
- hard rock
New England is an album by Wishbone Ash, released in 1976. Melodic hard rock harmonies intertwine with intricate guitar work, creating an expansive and atmospheric soundscape. Though it did not achieve the same level of commercial success as earlier works, 'New England' is notable for its rich melodic structures and has influenced subsequent generations of rock musicians. The album features tracks that showcase the band's signature blend of rock and progressive elements, contributing to their legacy in hard rock history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does New England sound like?
Melodic hard rock harmonies intertwine with intricate guitar work, creating an expansive and atmospheric soundscape. Rooted in hard rock.
What makes New England by Wishbone Ash notable?
Though it did not achieve the same level of commercial success as earlier works, 'New England' is notable for its rich melodic structures and has influenced subsequent generations of rock musicians. The album features tracks that showcase the band's signature blend of rock and progressive elements, contributing to their legacy in hard rock history. Released in 1976, 'New England' was Wishbone Ash's fifth studio album, following their commercial peak with 'There's the Rub' in 1974. The band continued to explore complex arrangements and harmonies, solidifying their reputation as pioneers of twin-guitar instrumentation alongside contemporaries like Thin Lizzy.
Who is New England for?
New England works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing and flow.
How many songs are on New England?
New England has 9 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mother of Pearl Standout 4:30
- 2 (In All of My Dreams) You Rescue Me Standout 6:13
- 3 Runaway 3:21
- 4 Lorelei Standout 5:28
- 5 Outward Bound 4:53
- 6 Prelude 1:14
- 7 When You Know Love 5:49
- 8 Lonely Island 4:29
- 9 Candlelight 1:49
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