On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “The Wild, the Willing and the Innocent” by UFO, the band’s ninth studio album released on January 16, 1981.
Selected songs are "Chains Chains", "Long Gone", "Profession of Violence" and "Makin' Moves". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "The Wild, the Willing and the Innocent"
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Summary
In this episode, Bill Peters delves into UFO's ninth studio album, "The Wild, The Willing and The Innocent," released on January 16, 1981. He reflects on the band's successful trajectory through the 1970s, marked by iconic albums and the departure of guitarist Michael Schenker, which led to the introduction of Paul Chapman. Peters discusses the challenges the band faced during the album's production, including lineup changes and the decision to self-produce, which resulted in a more costly and less cohesive project. He highlights the contrasting styles of the album's two sides, noting that while some tracks resonate with the band's classic sound, others feel disjointed and lack the spark of their earlier work.
As Peters analyses individual tracks, he expresses mixed feelings about the album's overall quality. He acknowledges the musicianship of the band members but feels that the album doesn't quite capture the energy and inspiration of their previous releases. Despite its flaws, he admits to enjoying the album, attributing this to his long-standing affection for the band. The episode culminates in Peters reflecting on the evolution of UFO's sound and the challenges they faced in the changing musical landscape of the early 1980s, ultimately concluding that while the album has its merits, it falls short of the greatness of their earlier works.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Music from a Lifetime
01:18 Chains Chains
02:29 Lineup Changes and Production Challenges
05:41 Long Gone
06:39 Exploring Side A: Track Highlights
09:51 Diving into Side B: A Shift in Energy
11:57 Profession of Violence
13:17 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of the Album
16:57 Makin' Moves
18:07 Podcast Notes and Contacts