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Released 50 years ago

The Whole World's Goin' Crazy

April Wine · 1976

34 min · 9 tracks · hard rock

A vibrant blend of hard rock and melodic hooks that captures the essence of mid-'70s Canadian rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove throughout
  • sing-along anthems for gatherings
  • feel-good vibes for road trips
  • uplifting melodies with catchy hooks

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer complex, lengthy compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1976, 'The Whole World's Goin' Crazy' marked April Wine's fourth studio album, following their successful project 'On Record' from 1975. At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the rock scene, refining their sound while expanding their lyrical themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Boston· Foreigner· Journey

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Gimmie Love 4:00
  • 2 So Bad 3:26
  • 3 Wings of Love 4:51
  • 4 We Can Be More Than We Are 3:29
  • 5 Rock n’ Roll Woman 3:44
  • 6 Shotdown 3:39
  • 7 Like a Lover Like a Song 5:12
  • 8 Kick Willy Rd. 3:32
  • 9 The Whole World’s Goin’ Crazy 2:40

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