What makes On Record by April Wine notable?

The album includes the hit single 'You Could Have Been a Lady,' which became a chart success and helped establish April Wine as a prominent act in Canada. Critics noted its ability to blend catchy melodies with rock flair, increasing the band's visibility within the burgeoning Canadian rock movement of the early '70s. On Record is April Wine's debut album, released in January 1972, marking the band's entry into the Canadian rock scene. At this point, they were still establishing their identity, having formed just a year earlier in 1969. The album showcases their blend of hard rock and pop sensibility, setting the stage for their future successes.

Who is On Record for?

On Record works well if you're into earworm melodies for sing-alongs, short bursts of catchy energy and feel-good vibe for gatherings.

How many songs are on On Record?

On Record has 10 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

On Record

April Wine · 1972

36 min · 10 tracks · hard rock

Melodic hard rock infused with catchy hooks and earnest lyrics encapsulating early '70s Canadian music culture.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

earworm melodies for sing-alongs
short bursts of catchy energy
feel-good vibe for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

prefer lengthy, sprawling albums
seek intense, fast-paced tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: On Record is April Wine's debut album, released in January 1972, marking the band's entry into the Canadian rock scene. At this point, they were still establishing their identity, having formed just a year earlier in 1969. The album showcases their blend of hard rock and pop sensibility, setting the stage for their future successes.
Stylistic neighbors: Boston· Foreigner· Journey