What is the best Faces album to start with?

The best album to start with is "A Nod Is As Good As a Wink... to a Blind Horse" (1971). It's the most representative of what makes Faces worth hearing.

How many albums does Faces have?

Faces has 9 releases in their discography, including 8 albums.

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Faces

Q: Who is Faces for?

If you're into hard rock, Faces is worth your time. With an energetic pulse driven by pulsing grooves and spirited guitar work, their music creates an immediate sense of camaraderie that pulls listeners into its vibrant chaos.

With an energetic pulse driven by pulsing grooves and spirited guitar work, their music creates an immediate sense of camaraderie that pulls listeners into its vibrant chaos.

hard rock

United Kingdom Est. 1969

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The album

A Nod Is As Good As a Wink... to a Blind Horse album by Faces

A Nod Is As Good As a Wink... to a Blind Horse (1971)

Captures their energetic hard rock sound with strong grooves and spirited guitar work, providing a cohesive listening experience.

The song

“Stay With Me”

Immediate hook and catchy chorus introduce their style effectively, making it an engaging entry point for new listeners.

About Faces

Faces is a band that resonates deeply within the hard rock landscape, not just for their biting riffs but for their raw embodiment of youthful defiance and celebration of life's messiness.

Their music captures a time when rock was as much about attitude as it was about sound, inviting listeners to engage with a world where every note feels like an affirmation of freedom and rebellion.

Their music captures a time when rock was as much about attitude as it was about sound, inviting listeners to engage with a world where every note feels like an affirmation of freedom and rebellion. By forging an unapologetic connection with their audience, Faces helped shape the ethos of rock music in ways that transcend mere entertainment, becoming a cultural touchstone for those seeking authenticity. Their approach combines a loose, almost jam-like quality with tight musicianship, fostering an environment where spontaneity thrives. This unrefined energy encourages both the band and the listener to participate in a collective experience, transforming live performances into cathartic gatherings rather than just concerts. Such a method encourages audiences to fully immerse themselves in the moment, blurring the lines between performer and spectator. Lyrically, Faces often explore themes of love, loss, and the wild abandon of youth, channeling these sentiments through a conversational and gritty tone. Their storytelling feels personal and relatable, balancing moments of sincerity with irony—a nod to the complexities of human experience. This interplay invites listeners to reflect on their own journeys as they revel in the chaotic joy that underpins each song.

8 studio albums· 9 total releases· 3 decades· United Kingdom