Wishbone Ash

United Kingdom Est. 1969

"Texturally rich and rhythmically intricate, Wishbone Ash's music flows through interwoven guitar lines that build tension and release with every melodic ascent."

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Locked In

1976

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Wishbone Ash's discography from 1970 to 2020

1970 1995 2020

Wishbone Ash (1970) Pilgrimage (1971) Argus (1972) Live in Memphis (1972) Live Dates (1973) Wishbone Four (1973) There's the Rub (1974) New England (1976) Locked In (1976) Front Page News (1977) Classic Ash (1977) No Smoke Without Fire (1978) Live in Tokyo (1979) Just Testing (1980) Live Dates 2 (1980) Number the Brave (1981) The Best of Wishbone Ash (1981) Twin Barrels Burning (1982) Raw to the Bone (1985) Nouveau Calls (1987)

Wishbone Ash reshaped the landscape of rock music with their intricate twin-guitar harmonies and layered melodies, influencing a generation of musicians who sought to blend technical prowess with melodic songwriting. Their approach carved out a distinct sonic space that invited fans into a world where emotional resonance met instrumental sophistication, creating a template for future rock bands to explore deeper musical narratives. The band’s innovative use of dual lead guitars not only showcased individual musicianship but also woven rich textures into their arrangements, setting them apart in the hard rock realm. This method brought an orchestral quality to their sound, allowing for expansive improvisation that took live performances to new heights while maintaining a strong sense of songcraft. Their ability to shift effortlessly between driving rhythms and reflective passages created an engaging dynamic that captivated audiences. Lyrically, Wishbone Ash often explores themes of introspection, longing, and the human experience, balancing sincerity with a touch of poetic ambiguity. Their storytelling approach invites listeners to connect on a personal level, often reflecting broader existential questions through metaphorical imagery. This blend of earnestness and artistry ensures that their songs resonate emotionally while encouraging individual interpretation.

Full discography

Wishbone Ash's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

61 releases • 59 albums • 1970–2020

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Blue Horizon

2014

Performance

2011

Elegant Stealth

2011

Tender

2008

Argus "Then Again" Live

2008

Tough

2008

Live in Hamburg

2007

Power of Eternity

2007

First Light

2007

Clan Destiny

2006

Live on XM Satellite Radio

2005

Lost Pearls

2004

Backbones

2004

Almighty Blues: London and Beyond

2003

The Collection

2003

Blowin' Free: An Introduction to Wishbone Ash

2001

Live Dates 3

2000

Bare Bones

1999

Psychic Terrorism

1998

Bona Fide

1997

Distillation

1997

Live Timeline

1997

Illuminations

1996

Trance Visionary

1996

Wishbone Ash Live at the BBC

1995

Runaway

1994

Time Was: The Wishbone Ash Collection

1993

Strange Affair

1991

The King Will Come

1991

Here to Hear

1989

Nouveau Calls

1987

Raw to the Bone

1985

Twin Barrels Burning

1982

Number the Brave

1981

The Best of Wishbone Ash

1981

Just Testing

1980

Live in Tokyo

1979

No Smoke Without Fire

1978

Front Page News

1977

Classic Ash

1977

New England

1976

Locked In

1976

There's the Rub

1974

Live Dates

1973

Wishbone Four

1973

Argus

1972

Live in Memphis

1972

Pilgrimage

1971

Wishbone Ash

1970

Coat of Arms

2020

Live Dates 2

1980

The Very Best of Wishbone Ash: Blowin' Free

The Ash in Chicago

Live in Geneva

Hot Ash

Wishbone Ash Live in London

Wishbone Ash BBC1 Live in concert

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Almighty Blues

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Wishbone Ash (1970)

Pilgrimage (1971)

Argus (1972)

Live in Memphis (1972)

Live Dates (1973)

Wishbone Four (1973)

There's the Rub (1974)

Locked In (1976)

New England (1976)

Front Page News (1977)

Classic Ash (1977)

No Smoke Without Fir... (1978)

Live in Tokyo (1979)

Just Testing (1980)

Live Dates 2 (1980)

Number the Brave (1981)

The Best of Wishbone... (1981)

Twin Barrels Burning (1982)

Raw to the Bone (1985)

Nouveau Calls (1987)

Here to Hear (1989)

Strange Affair (1991)

The King Will Come (1991)

Time Was: The Wishbo... (1993)

Runaway (1994)

Wishbone Ash Live at... (1995)

Illuminations (1996)

Trance Visionary (1996)

Bona Fide (1997)

Distillation (1997)

Live Timeline (1997)

Psychic Terrorism (1998)

Bare Bones (1999)

Live Dates 3 (2000)

Blowin' Free: An Introduction to Wishbone Ash

Blowin' Free: An Int... (2001)

Almighty Blues: Lond... (2003)

The Collection (2003)

Lost Pearls (2004)

Backbones (2004)

Live on XM Satellite... (2005)

Clan Destiny (2006)

Power of Eternity (2007)

Live in Hamburg (2007)

First Light (2007)

Argus "Then Again" L... (2008)

Tough (2008)

Tender (2008)

Elegant Stealth (2011)

Performance (2011)

Blue Horizon (2014)

Coat of Arms (2020)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Wishbone Ash sound like?

Texturally rich and rhythmically intricate, Wishbone Ash's music flows through interwoven guitar lines that build tension and release with every melodic ascent. Rooted in hard rock. Start with Argus.

What is the best Wishbone Ash album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Argus" (1972). It's the most representative of what makes Wishbone Ash worth hearing.

Who is Wishbone Ash for?

If you're into hard rock, Wishbone Ash is worth your time. Texturally rich and rhythmically intricate, Wishbone Ash's music flows through interwoven guitar lines that build tension and release with every melodic ascent.

How many albums does Wishbone Ash have?

Wishbone Ash has 61 releases in their discography, including 59 albums.

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