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Asia: John Wetton (vocals, bass); Steve Howe (vocals, guitar); Geoff Downes (vocals, keyboards); Carl Palmer (drums). Recorded at Townhouse Studio, London, England. Asia (Rock): Geoffrey Downes, John Wetton, Steve Howe, Carl Palmer. Prog-rock fans everywhere got very excited when they found out that ex-members of such bands as Yes (guitarist Steve Howe and keyboardist Geoff Downes), King Crimson (bassist/vocalist John Wetton), and ELP (drummer Carl Palmer) were forming a supergroup, Asia. With its 1982 self-titled debut, the quartet surprisingly crossed over to the more mainstream pop audience with no problem, hitting the top spot on the album charts. Time and again here, each member shows his mastery of his respective instrument. ASIA is chock full of compositions showcasing the quartet's keen pop sensibilities, such as the uptempo Top 10 hit "Heat of the Moment," and the more laid back "Only Time Will Tell."
Song List: Disc 1
1. Heat of the Moment
2. Only Time Will Tell
3. Sole Survivor
4. One Step Closer
5. Time Again
6. Wildest Dreams
7. Without You
8. Cutting It Fine
9. Here Comes the Feeling

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Label: Geffen Records (USA)
Artist: Asia (Rock)
Genre: Rock
Release Date: October 25, 1990

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review by Glennster2008. January 25, 2004

posted in Music Matters

Interesting but not Reverred

There are some interesting comments about the debut Asia record. Some folks praise it as a long lost classic. Others rip to shreds.However, its the folks who take an even tempered stance are the ones who seem most practical to me. There are many creative instrumental passages on this record particularly from keyboardist Geoffrey Downes. However many of the songs are just a little too radio friendly with cliche laden lyrics. The overplayed singles-Here Comes That Feeling, Only Time Will Tell, and … more

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review by wolfman309. September 08, 2000

posted in Music Matters

I Wonder Who Thought Up The Group's Name

Pros: Heat of the Moment , Here Comes the Feeling Cons: Some weak songs and lyrics Take a singer/bass player by the name of John Wetton, formally of King Crimson and Uriah Heep, add guitarist Steve Howe and keyboardist Geoff Downes from the disbanded group Yes, toss in a drummer by the name of Carl Palmer, arguably the best percussionist in the world and you have the group Asia. With a line-up like that, you can expect that … more

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