Argus (album)
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| Argus | ||
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| Studio album by Wishbone Ash | ||
| Released | 1972 | |
| Genre | Rock | |
| Label | MCA | |
| Producer(s) | Derek Lawrence | |
| Wishbone Ash chronology | ||
|---|---|---|
| Pilgrimage (1971) |
Argus (1972) |
Wishbone Four (1973) |
Argus is the third album by lthe rock band Wishbone Ash. It is the most popular Wishbone Ash album and widely considered the greatest. It was named "Album of the Year" in the 1972 year-end issue of Sounds Magazine. The album features a blend of progressive rock, folk, and heavy metal, and is considered a landmark album in the progression of twin-lead guitar harmonization later adopted by bands such as Iron Maiden and Umphrey's McGee.
With the success of Argus, the band also became one of the most popular live attractions of the day.
[edit] Track listing
- "Time Was"
- "Sometime World"
- "Blowin' Free"
- "The King Will Come"
- "Leaf & Stream"
- "Warrior"
- "Throw Down The Sword"
[edit] Personnel
- Martin Turner: bass, vocals
- Andy Powell: guitar, vocals
- Ted Turner: guitar, vocals
- Steve Upton: drums
