ASIA - S/T SELF-TITLED EX- YES 12" Vinyl LP Album
| Summary: | Produced by Mike Ston. Recorded at Townhouse Studio London, England. Album Cover design Roger Dean. Roger Dean ( full-name: William Roger Dean ) Roger Dean an English artist and designer who is best known for his work creating album covers for numerous rock bands, including Yes, Uriah Heep, and Asia. He was born on 31 August 1944, in Ashford, Kent, England. Dean's distinctive style is characterized by his use of fantastical landscapes, surreal imagery, and vivid colors. His album covers often feature otherworldly creatures, floating islands, and intricate patterns. Dean's work has become synonymous with the progressive rock movement of the 1970s, and his iconic designs have become an integral part of the visual language of rock music. In addition to his album cover work, Dean has also designed stage sets, costumes, and logos for numerous bands. He has also created artwork for book covers, calendars, and video games. Dean's influence extends beyond the world of music, and his artwork has been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world. In 2018, he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from Arts University Bournemouth in recognition of his contributions to the fields of art and design. Photography Brian Griffin |
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Music Genre: |
Progressive Rock, Arena Rock |
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Record Label & Catalognr: |
Geffen 902 008 |
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Media Format: |
12" Vinyl LP Gramophone Record Album weight: 210 gram |
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Year & Country: |
1982 Made in Germany |
Band Members and Musicians on: Asia self-titled ex- Yes |
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Track Listing of: Asia self-titled ex- Yes |
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Album cover photos of : Asia self-titled ex- Yes |
Front Cover of the Asia album
Back Cover of the Asia album
Close-up of Geffen Record Label
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Asia is an English progressive rock band formed in London in 1981. The original lineup consisted of John Wetton (vocals, bass), Steve Howe (guitars), Geoff Downes (keyboards), and Carl Palmer (drums).
The band's self-titled debut album, "Asia," was released in 1982 and became a huge commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the US album charts and selling over four million copies in the United States alone. The album's hit single, "Heat of the Moment," also became a top 40 hit in the US.
Asia continued to tour and release albums throughout the 1980s, but by the early 1990s, the band's lineup had changed several times and their popularity had declined. However, in 2006, the original lineup of Wetton, Howe, Downes, and Palmer reformed and began touring and recording again, releasing several new albums.
GEFFEN GHS 4008 , 1983 , USA
Asia's second studio album "Alpha" was released in 1983 and featured a more pop-oriented sound compared to their debut album. The album included hit singles such as "Don't Cry" and "The Smile Has Left Your Eyes" and featured production by Mike Stone.
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Geffen 902 008 , 1982 , Germany
Released in 1982, Asia's self-titled debut album quickly became a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard 200 chart. The album featured the hit singles "Heat of the Moment" and "Only Time Will Tell" and was produced by Mike Stone.
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Geffen GEF 26413 , 1985 , The Netherlands
ASTRA is an album that showcases Asia's versatility as a band, with a mix of hard rockers and ballads that showcase their ability to craft catchy melodies and emotionally resonant lyrics. While the album received mixed reviews upon its release, it remains a notable entry in Asia's discography and has influenced many bands in the years since.
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This the third single released by the progressive rock band Asia from their successful first album, Asia
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