Asia: Every Album, Every Song (On Track)

Asia was a progressive rock supergroup formed in the 1980s by John Wetton, Geoff Downes, Steve Howe, and Carl Palmer, who had played with King Crimson, Roxy Music, Yes, and ELP. The group's self-titled debut album went to number one for nine weeks on the US charts, went top twenty in the UK, and sold over ten million copies worldwide. After 1983's Alpha album, Wetton left to be replaced by Greg Lake, then Wetton was back, and Howe was gone, replaced by Mandy Meyer for Astra in 1985. The group split, but reunited in 2006 with newfound respect accorded them by both the media and fans until Wetton's sad passing in 2017. This book covers every studio album, live albums, compilations, and solo projects in detail, making it a comprehensive guide to the music of this enigmatic and ever-changing band.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 28 May 2021
Publisher: Sonicbond Publishing

In the 1980s, a progressive rock supergroup emerged, causing a stir among critics who questioned its existence. However, music enthusiasts embraced the group, composed of John Wetton, Geoff Downes, Steve Howe, and Carl Palmer, who had previously collaborated with renowned bands like King Crimson, Roxy Music, Yes, and ELP. Their debut album, Asia, achieved remarkable success, spending nine weeks at the top of the US charts, reaching the top twenty in the UK, and selling over ten million copies worldwide. Asia dominated MTV, embarked on a sold-out world tour, and released several hit singles, earning a Grammy nomination. After the release of Alpha in 1983, Wetton left the group, followed by the arrival of Greg Lake and subsequent returns of Wetton. The band experienced changes in lineup, with Howe departing and being replaced by Mandy Meyer for Astra in 1985. Fans found it challenging to keep track of the group's dynamics, leading to their eventual split.

Geoff Downes attempted to keep the flame alive with John Payne from 1991 to 2005, until the original lineup reunited in 2006, receiving newfound respect from both the media and fans. Unfortunately, Wetton's passing in 2017 marked a bittersweet end to the band's journey. This book comprehensively covers every studio album, key live albums, compilations, and solo projects of Asia, providing a detailed guide to the music of this enigmatic and ever-changing band.

Weight: 232g
Dimension: 148 x 208 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789520996