Episode 64: 50 Years of 'Argus' with Dan Morris and Martin Turner

50 years after its initial release, Wishbone Ash's third studio
album is still influencing rock bands the world over. In a
special anniversary episode of 'My Classic Album', Mike is joined
by Firekind bass player Dan Morris to celebrate the album
'Argus'.


From hearing it around the house in childhood to touring with
founding Wishbone member Martin Turner, Dan's emotional
connection to the album is evident making him just one of
generations of musicians inspired by this iconic album.


What albums did 'Argus' beat to be named Sounds magazine's album
of the year?


In what way are the opening lyrics of 'Time Was' eerily prophetic
for guitarist Ted Turner?


Is 'Argus' a concept album?


Mike is also joined by the creative force behind 'Argus', former
bass player, vocalist and founding member of Wishbone Ash Martin
Turner as he reflects on 50 years of his magnum opus.


Where did Wishbone Ash get the inspiration for their trademark
twin guitar sound?


Who was the inspiration behind fan favourite 'Blowin' Free'?


How did Martin react when the band wanted the song left off the
album?


 


PLUS: Enjoy 'Sound of Rain', a track from Firekind's latest album
'What I Have Found Is Already Lost'.


All that and so much more on this bumper episode of 'My Classic
Album'.


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Music Credits: 'This Is Rock' by Silvia Marchese


'Sound of Rain' by Firekind. Available on their 2020 album 'What
I Have Found Is Already Lost'.


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