Asia

I enjoyed this album when it came out in the early 8O's, and still do. A classic !

Asia brought together four fine songwriter/musicians from Emerson Lake and Palmer, King Crimson and Yes; They ended up in a studio with one of rock's best producers and the end product was gob-smackingly good. Even now the tracks on 'Asia' sound fresh and vibrant. There is something to please fans of melodic rock, pop and prog everywhere.'Heat Of The Moment' and 'Only Time Will Tell' were the big hits and remain the albums most commercial moments, but the best tracks will always be the bigger, showstopping numbers. 'Sole Survivor', 'Time Again' and 'Wildest Dreams' not only kick arse but showcase the vast musical talents of all four members involved. The very Yes-like 'Without You' remains one of my personal favourites, Steve Howe's acoustic and electric guitar work on this track alone makes the album worth purchasing. 'Cutting It Fine' and 'Here Comes The Feeling' maintain the very standard on display here. Mike Stone's no frills, no nonsense production is good and Roger Dean's artwork completes the package very nicely. It would be nice if Geffen did something to commemorate the reunion tour this year, remasters anyone?...Many fans argue that the band would never sound this good again and it is certainly a valid point. However, I feel that Asia doesn't just begin and end with this line-up or this album. 'Alpha', 'Aqua' and 'Aria' are excellent records, containing material that stands up very well against the debut. Having said that, in my humble opinion, 'Asia' is not only the greatest AOR album ever made, it's the greatest debut album in rock history. Period.

Great album arrived in perfect condition 👌

just luke I remember. A little bit twee americana but still good background music

This album had an enormous impact on me when it came out - it probably has been one of only a few to make me instantly want to go and get it.I do measure all the subsequent albums against this and I still feel that this first album shows them all working as a team. Many of the other albums illustrate individual talents being displayed: and I am not complaining about that just noticing it.Having it on CD was simply a must even though I am reluctant to have dual versions of most of my LPs. This is an album that goes well in a car.

Man, I love Asia. I must say that I came across this band from Supernatural (the TV show). I looked them up and saw all the work they've produced and I am so surprised I hadn't heard of them before. I decided to buy this CD for my brother because I believe it may be physically/morally impossible to not love classic rock such as this amazing progressive rock superband.

Great songs

One of the greatest Rock Bands - of the 80s and all time!great music - lovely anthems and tender messages!