Full title 'Anthology - The Classic Collection'. Classic anthology from vocalist & bassist John Wetton (former member of Asia, King Crimson, Roxy Music, UK, Uriah Heep, Wishbone Ash, Jack Knife & Family). Guest ... more »artists include Phil Manzera (Roxy Music), Simon Kirke (Free), Kevin Godley (10CC), Simon Philips (The Who) & Alan White (Yes & John Lennon). 17 tracks including, 'Caught In The Crossfire' & 'Battle Lines'. 2001 release.« less
Full title 'Anthology - The Classic Collection'. Classic anthology from vocalist & bassist John Wetton (former member of Asia, King Crimson, Roxy Music, UK, Uriah Heep, Wishbone Ash, Jack Knife & Family). Guest artists include Phil Manzera (Roxy Music), Simon Kirke (Free), Kevin Godley (10CC), Simon Philips (The Who) & Alan White (Yes & John Lennon). 17 tracks including, 'Caught In The Crossfire' & 'Battle Lines'. 2001 release.
CD Reviews
John Wetton -Anthology
ANTHONY GIANDILETTI | New Jersey | 03/13/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This CD is intense! If you like the original Asia and you love Wetton's pre Asia material you will love the sound of his music on this Anthology. His 70's material is carried forward in this new compilation of material. Many of the songs have special guests appearing on the songs including Alan White, Yes' drummer etc....this is a safe buy of good Wetton music!!"
The commercial-pop side of Wetton
Ignaciocue | Mexico | 07/19/2001
(2 out of 5 stars)
"This anthology is the pop, commercial, ballad type. I do not like this sugary side of wetton. There is another compilation which is 10 times better: 'King's Road', that includes progressive music from his era with K Crimson, UK, and some solo songs. This one is really a great intro to the 70's great wetton."
Great Progressive Rock
Christopher X. Moloney | St. Louis (Chesterfield), MO USA | 07/02/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"John Wetton is a master. This CD traces the history of his older, simpler tunes up to more modern (Asia-like) productions. Great for Progressive Fans."
The voice of British Prog !
Richard Rollo | New York, USA | 10/25/2008
(4 out of 5 stars)
"I have long been a fan of John. From Family, through Crimson and of course UK and till today with the regrouped ASIA, I have seen him in concert many times.
This is an album of his other stuff, not much like the bands I have mentioned, but just as meaningful, powerful and as with all of Mr. Wetton's material, HEARTFELT.
I can listen to this in its entirety over and over again.
A fine collection from an extreamly talented musician."
Track Listings (17) - Disc #1