Power Play cover

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo energy
  • heartfelt ballads for reflection
  • sing-along anthems with friends
  • consistent flow for road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career 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
Boston· Foreigner· Journey

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 4:04
  • 3 If You See Kay 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 5:21
  • 9 Tell Me Why 3:14
  • 10 Runners in the Night 5:19

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