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The First Decade

April Wine · 1989

69 min · 18 tracks · hard rock

A vibrant retrospective blending hard rock anthems with melodic hooks that showcase April Wine's evolution over a decade.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic flow with varied intensity
  • nostalgic reflections on past
  • catchy melodies for sing-alongs
  • vibrant energy for road trips
  • wave-like pacing keeps engagement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • dislike reflective, slower moments

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1989, 'The First Decade' is a compilation that marks a significant moment in April Wine's career, encapsulating their journey from their debut in 1971 through the late '80s. At this point, they had solidified their status as a leading Canadian rock band, following several successful albums like 'Nature of the Beast' and 'Power Play'. This album serves both as a celebration of their past hits and an introduction to new fans.
Stylistic neighbors
Boston· Foreigner· Journey

Tracklist

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

  • 1 It's a Pleasure to See You Again 2:48
  • 2 Bad Side of the Moon 3:15
  • 3 Drop Your Guns 3:38
  • 4 Lady Run, Lady Hide 3:00
  • 5 Electric Jewels 6:03
  • 6 Cum Hear the Band 3:55
  • 7 Slow Poke 3:48
  • 8 The Whole World's Goin' Crazy 2:44
  • 9 Lovin' You 3:38
  • 10 Baby It's You 4:29
  • 11 Somebody Like You 3:47
  • 12 Am I in Love 3:23
  • 13 Forever for Now 3:07
  • 14 Wings of Love 4:54
  • 15 Marjorie 3:48
  • 16 Child's Garden 4:41
  • 17 Mama Laye 4:19
  • 18 Comin' Right Down on Top of Me 4:09

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