The Wild, the Willing and the Innocent
UFO · 1981
53 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · space rock
A vibrant blend of hard rock and space rock that captures a confident, melodic energy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo progression
- melodic energy for driving
- captivating live performance feel
- reflective moments of longing
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced excitement
- seek minimalist soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1981, 'The Wild, the Willing and the Innocent' was UFO's ninth studio album, following their successful 'No Place to Run.' At this time, the band was solidifying their sound after lineup changes and exploring more melodic elements while maintaining their hard rock roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hawkwind· Blue Öyster Cult· Deep Purple
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Chains Chains 3:25
- 2 Long Gone 5:17
- 3 The Wild, the Willing and the Innocent 5:00
- 4 It’s Killing Me 4:29
- 5 Makin’ Moves 4:45
- 6 Lonely Heart 5:00
- 7 Couldn’t Get It Right 4:33
- 8 Profession of Violence 4:18
- 9 Long Gone (live at the Hammersmith Odeon 29/01/81) 5:27
- 10 Lonely Heart (live at the Hammersmith Odeon 29/01/81) 5:33
- 11 Makin’ Moves (live at the Marquee 15/11/80) 5:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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