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One for the Road

April Wine · 1985

16 min · 10 tracks · hard rock

A vibrant mix of hard rock anthems and melodic ballads that capture the essence of 1980s rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • fragmented energy for road trips
  • sing-along anthems with friends
  • varied pacing for dynamic listening
  • catchy hooks for nostalgic vibes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, cohesive albums
  • seek deep introspective experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1985, April Wine was riding a wave of popularity following their commercial success in the late 1970s and early 1980s. 'One for the Road' came as the band's tenth studio album, showcasing their ability to blend hard rock with catchy melodies amidst a shifting musical landscape. This release marked a period of both consolidation and experimentation for the band.
Stylistic neighbors
Boston· Foreigner· Journey

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Anything You Want 4:04
  • 2 I Like to Rock
  • 3 All Over Town 3:19
  • 4 Just Between You and Me 3:49
  • 5 Enough Is Enough
  • 6 This Could Be the Right One
  • 7 Sign of the Gypsy Queen
  • 8 Like a Lover Like a Song 5:04
  • 9 Comin’ Right Down on the Top of Me / Rock ’n’ Roll Is a Vicious Game
  • 10 Roller

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