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Asia's Chart-Topping Prog Revolution | Music News
Asia’s debut album, “Heat of the Moment,” shattered expectations by turning progressive rock into a mainstream smash—spending nine weeks at 1 in 1982, outpacing synth-pop giants. Formed from prog legends of Yes, King Crimson, and ELP, the band fused anthemic rock with pop hooks, guided by bassist John Wetton’s push for commercial appeal and A&R exec John Kalodner’s vision. Roger Dean’s iconic sea dragon cover became a pop culture staple, while the title track—recorded last—became their breakout hit. They filled arenas with a new, younger crowd, proving that prog could conquer the charts—and…
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