Power Play
April Wine · 1982
43 min · 10 tracks · hard rock
A polished blend of hard rock anthems and heartfelt ballads, showcasing April Wine's melodic strengths.
Why this album works
'Power Play' peaked at No. 24 on the Billboard 200 chart, further cementing April Wine's status in the rock scene. The album featured hits like 'Enough Is Enough,' which received substantial radio play and contributed to the band's lasting legacy in Canadian rock music. Its blend of hard rock elements with accessible melodies influenced many subsequent Canadian artists.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo energy heartfelt ballads for reflection sing-along anthems with friends
- Context
- Released in 1982, 'Power Play' was April Wine's seventh studio album, following their successful 'Nature of the Beast.' The band was at a peak in their popularity, having gained significant traction in North America during the late 1970s and early 1980s. This album marked a continuation of their commercial success while exploring more mature lyrical themes.
- 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 Anything You Want, You Got It 4:41
- 2 Enough Is Enough Standout 4:04
- 3 If You See Kay Standout 3:50
- 4 What If We Fall in Love 4:20
- 5 Waiting On A Miracle 4:00
- 6 Doin’ It Right 3:41
- 7 Ain’t Got Your Love 4:30
- 8 Blood Money Standout 5:21
- 9 Tell Me Why 3:14
- 10 Runners in the Night 5:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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