Walking Through Fire
April Wine · 1985
40 min · 10 tracks · hard rock
A vibrant mix of melodic hard rock and poignant lyrics, capturing the spirit of mid-80s rock music.
Why this album works
The album features 'Rock Myself to Sleep,' which became one of April Wine's notable hits, contributing to their presence on the charts during the mid-80s. Critics noted the album's cohesive sound and lyrical maturity, solidifying the band's status within the Canadian rock scene during this decade.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo groove throughout melodic anthems for sing-alongs reflective moments for road trips
- Context
- Released in 1985, 'Walking Through Fire' marked April Wine's ninth studio album during a period of commercial resurgence following their late 70s and early 80s successes. While they faced lineup changes and adapting trends, this album showcased their ability to blend hard rock with emotional depth.
- 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 Rock Myself to Sleep Standout 3:16
- 2 Wanted Dead or Alive 3:30
- 3 Beg for Your Love 3:35
- 4 Love Has Remembered Me 4:08
- 5 Anejo 5:02
- 6 Open Soul Surgery 3:41
- 7 You Don't Have to Act That Way Standout 4:53
- 8 Hold On Standout 3:47
- 9 All It Will Ever Be 4:39
- 10 Wait Any More 4:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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