BLACKFOOT - Vertical Smiles 12" Vinyl LP Album

Released during the vibrant musical landscape of the late 1970s, BLACKFOOT's "Vertical Smiles" 12" Vinyl LP Album showcases a fusion of Southern rock and hard rock. Produced by Al Nalli and Eddy Offord, the album contributed to the era's evolving sound. Nalli and Offord's collaboration brought forth a collection of tracks that reflected the musical zeitgeist, leaving an indelible mark on the period's rock scene.

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Essential Album Information For: BLACKFOOT - Vertical Smiles

Album Description:

"Vertical Smiles" is the 1984 studio album by the American Southern rock band Blackfoot, released on 12" vinyl LP. The album was produced by Al Nalli and features the classic lineup of the band, including vocalist/rhythm guitarist Ricky Medlocke, lead guitarist Charlie Hargrett, bassist Greg T. Walker, and drummer Jakson Spires.

The album features a blend of hard rock and Southern rock with a heavier emphasis on the former. The opening track "Morning Dew" is a cover of a folk song, which the band turns into a hard-hitting rock anthem.

Despite receiving mixed reviews from critics, "Vertical Smiles" was a commercial success, reaching #84 on the Billboard 200 chart and yielding two charting singles, "Morning Dew" and "Hang Time". The album remains a fan favorite and a testament to Blackfoot's enduring legacy in the Southern rock genr

Music Genre:

Southern Rock

Label & Catalognr:

ATCO 790 218-1

Media Format:

Record Format: 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram  

Year & Country:

1984 Made in Germany

BLACKFOOT - Vertical Smiles Production & Recording Information

Producers:

Al Nalli - Producer

Al Nalli's influence on the music scene is undeniable. His work at major labels helped launch the careers of countless stars and shaped the way we experience music. Learn more

Eddy Offord - Producer

Track-listing of: BLACKFOOT - Vertical Smiles

Tracklisting Side One:
  1. Morning Dew
  2. Living in the Limelight
  3. Ride with You
  4. Get it On
Tracklisting Side Two:
  1. Young Girll
  2. Summer Days
  3. A Legen Never Dies
  4. Heartbeat and Heels
  5. In for the Kill

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ATCO 790 218-1 Record Label Details: GEMA/Biem

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