Wishbone Ash-No Smoke Without Fire (1978)

In 1978, the British band Wishbone Ash released their ninth album, "No Smoke Without Fire", once again working with Derek Lawrence, the producer of their early releases. This time, the quartet of guitarists Andy Powell and Laurie Wisefield, bassist and vocalist Martin Turner, and drummer Steve Upton delivered a more energetic and musically diverse sound, a stark contrast to the more relaxed "Front Page News". Here, their signature twin guitars once again took center stage, underpinned by the dynamic and powerful rhythm section of Turner and Upton. Genuinely rocking tracks like "You See Red", "Anger In Harmony", "Stand And Deliver", "Like A Child", and "Baby The Angels Are Here" showcased Wishbone Ash's talent and high level of musicianship. While not quite surpassing their early, iconic work, they maintained a high standard as one of the most important bands of the 1970s.