Champions of Rock
April Wine · 1996
56 min · 16 tracks · hard rock
A vibrant blend of hard rock anthems and melodic hooks that exemplify Canadian rock's exuberance.
Champions of Rock is an album by April Wine, released in 1996. A vibrant blend of hard rock anthems and melodic hooks that exemplify Canadian rock's exuberance. The album features popular tracks like 'I Like to Rock', which has become a staple in classic rock playlists, solidifying April Wine's legacy in the genre. Additionally, it showcases the band’s ability to adapt to changing musical trends while maintaining their hard rock roots, contributing to their continued relevance in the Canadian music scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Champions of Rock sound like?
A vibrant blend of hard rock anthems and melodic hooks that exemplify Canadian rock's exuberance. Rooted in hard rock.
What makes Champions of Rock by April Wine notable?
The album features popular tracks like 'I Like to Rock', which has become a staple in classic rock playlists, solidifying April Wine's legacy in the genre. Additionally, it showcases the band’s ability to adapt to changing musical trends while maintaining their hard rock roots, contributing to their continued relevance in the Canadian music scene. Released in 1996, 'Champions of Rock' came during April Wine's resurgence after their initial peak in the late 1970s and early 1980s. This album followed a five-year hiatus, marking a return to the music scene with fresh energy and a mix of classic sound and contemporary sensibilities.
How many songs are on Champions of Rock?
Champions of Rock has 16 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Just Between You and Me Standout 3:54
- 2 I Like to Rock Standout 4:20
- 3 Roller Standout 4:18
- 4 This Could Be the Right One 4:17
- 5 All Over Town 2:58
- 6 Say Hello 2:59
- 7 Tellin' Me Lies 3:02
- 8 Big City Girls 3:42
- 9 Caught in the Crossfire 3:33
- 10 Crash and Burn 2:34
- 11 One More Time 3:56
- 12 Rock Myself to Sleep 3:13
- 13 Bad Boys 3:11
- 14 Money Talks 3:28
- 15 Too Hot to Handle 5:07
- 16 Wanna Rock 2:06
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