I was in the U.S. working far from my family when i came upon AURA. As always didnt think twice about buying it as i did with all of ASIAS albums from their very first. My son got hold of it after seeing me constantly listening to it and it became one of his faves. Caroozi, i have been playing ASIA since i was 20 through my 30's, 40's and now i'm 50 myself. Happy journey!!!
Likewise guys,brilliant album,brilliant track .Play it constantly on i-pod when stressed out - does the biz every time. All this b.s about Asia line-ups, does it matter? Just appreciate this fantastic body of work these guys turn out. We are blessed that we're able to share in their individual and collective talents. Aura,Aria & Aqua - the New holy Trinity! V:)
What Asia album is there not to like? I have been following Asia since their very first. I never got stuck on any other bank like these guys. They have it all. Harmony, meaning, vocals and a way too beautiful sound to go with it. AURA is AWESOME!!!
Glad to be n° 500 putting my thumbs up for this song! I discovered Asia only recently... so there's still hope for this treasures to be discovered by many more people.
Asia died when John Wetton left in early 80's. I'm glad these tracks mean alot to you guys...im an old foggie, but if Payne brought new fans to Asia...then he did his job.
Untill now I've known ASIA only through to "Who will stop the rain" and "Heat of the moment" but I have to admit - at least in my opinion this song is equal great if not even better than that. The same as you I can't understand 10 dislikes but well.... people are different - sometimes strange also.
@EagleOnTheRhine when it comes to something so soulful as music there aint no boundaries. I'm an 80's guy myself but never underestimate anything. No matter what the origin there's always something around that will get to you.
Ive totally knackered my original CD of this album by playing it too much and had to buy another copy - saw them live in Trowbridge many years ago - MAGIC
@Medsas maybe so, they were very AOL in the 80's but with great talent. Ever since they grew more mature and very exquisite with great sound arrays. Dont know of any other nowadays.
Łukasz Kira yeah I can see him on this after every fill coming back to the snare drum and turning his head to the side on this one giving it that Simon feel!
Together with 'The Last Time' of the same album, one of the all-time great rock anthems. Pity John Payne didn't stick around for a few more albums, along with Govan, Downes and Colaiuta: the perfect Asia line-up.
Is there any reason to laugh on someone who feel the music the way it is meant? The song is not 'bout simple things, but rather life from specific perspective. Reason I put it on YT was simple - it wasn't there, and IMO one of the best tracks of Asia. Definitly the track I'll play when I turn 30, 40, 50, man, maybe when I'll have children, I will play this song:D
I, for mye sake, listened to this and love it very much. But mostly to await John Wettons comeback. "A great tribute band" for the original Asia, but I am very happy for this music. Have all the CDs, of course. Everything changed now that JW died. Im still shocked about this. The setting is that Asia is over. Thats the worst of it all.
Why would you want Wetton back when they had this kind of momentum at this point? And Wetton never was able to produce anything of this quality post Payne era. Oh well everyone is different I guess.
Saludos José, lamentablemente, sería muy mala óptica si Geoff volviera con Payne después de la muerte de Wetton. Asia, mi banda favorita desde niño, ya no será. Pero que material nos dejan!
I am not a fan of John Payne's current band touring out there and calling itself Asia to make a buck...I will be interested in new studio material they produce, but calling themselves "Asia" is a joke. Having said that, John and Geoff contributed amazing material to the legacy of Asia, and Aura probably stands as the pinnacle of their achievements together. I didn't realise how good it was at the time, but after being a little bit disappointed with Silent Nation and Phoenix, Aura stands tall.
AURA is like a golden secret. It's great in every way; pop, west coast, prog...simply a dream of an album.
This song is perfect
This song is perfect!
Listened to this album alot during my holiday in Mexico 2008. Watching the sunset over the sea with this in your ears is quite an experience
awesome song, asia is an underrated band
Asia songs will always be with me. From the same album - "We will be with you, wherever you are...".
I was in the U.S. working far from my family when i came upon AURA. As always didnt think twice about buying it as i did with all of ASIAS albums from their very first.
My son got hold of it after seeing me constantly listening to it and it became one of his faves. Caroozi, i have been playing ASIA since i was 20 through my 30's, 40's and now i'm 50 myself. Happy journey!!!
My favorite Asia song ever.
Great Simon Phillips on drums...And his drums in ,,FREE"...
A diamond. THE diamond!! It´s like "One album to rule them all".
one of the best songs by asia featuring John Payne
Likewise guys,brilliant album,brilliant track .Play it constantly on i-pod when stressed out - does the biz every time.
All this b.s about Asia line-ups, does it matter? Just appreciate this fantastic body of work these guys turn out. We are blessed that we're able to share in their individual and collective talents. Aura,Aria & Aqua - the New holy Trinity! V:)
Damn this album is excellent beyond belief! Cannot get the songs out of my head...
My sentiments exactly!
me too i cant stop listening to this album from start to finish thanks .
Grande Banda Ásia música Linda 80s
One of the best Asia's song I really love, it's so inspire to me, thanks Asia
One of my favourite song!! 💯💯🌞♥️📌
Who want good music, here ASIA ! Thanks.
Amazing songs and album. Can't get better than this. 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
Chris Jenkins The Bands and Singers of this Flag is the best
Great band and song
Wonderful!!
John Payne what a voice!
Best Asia album. Even better than the first one, or at least as good.
Agreed
The first seven tracks on this album are as good as anything I have ever heard.
What Asia album is there not to like? I have been following Asia since their very first. I never got stuck on any other bank like these guys. They have it all. Harmony, meaning, vocals and a way too beautiful sound to go with it. AURA is AWESOME!!!
100% agree! And this is one of my favorite!
I'm a big Asiafan , and this one is a real killer !!!
Unbelievable!
Glad to be n° 500 putting my thumbs up for this song! I discovered Asia only recently... so there's still hope for this treasures to be discovered by many more people.
I Love this Song. This should be a number one Song in the usa
Asia died when John Wetton left in early 80's. I'm glad these tracks mean alot to you guys...im an old foggie, but if Payne brought new fans to Asia...then he did his job.
Rob Henderson you need to give John Payne a chance he's brilliant!
Only a moron would laugh at that. This is one of my favorite songs, that gives me shivers every time I hear it. Aura is the best album ever.
Great Song!
Untill now I've known ASIA only through to "Who will stop the rain" and "Heat of the moment" but I have to admit - at least in my opinion this song is equal great if not even better than that. The same as you I can't understand 10 dislikes but well.... people are different - sometimes strange also.
@EagleOnTheRhine when it comes to something so soulful as music there aint no boundaries. I'm an 80's guy myself but never underestimate anything. No matter what the origin there's always something around that will get to you.
The magic of the 80s.
Asia, es pura magia, toda su música, impresionante!
Awesome song! It doesn't get much better than this in my book.
Ditto and spot on!
Ive totally knackered my original CD of this album by playing it too much and had to buy another copy - saw them live in Trowbridge many years ago - MAGIC
Najlepszy album z Payne'm.
last chance to listen good music..
dernière chance d'écouter de la vrai musique..
neskutocne nadherna skladba.
@Medsas maybe so, they were very AOL in the 80's but with great talent. Ever since they grew more mature and very exquisite with great sound arrays. Dont know of any other nowadays.
Yeah, Simon plays on tracks 6 & 8 on this album, Kings of The Day and Free :)
Łukasz Kira yeah I can see him on this after every fill coming back to the snare drum and turning his head to the side on this one giving it that Simon feel!
IMO, the two best tracks on the album.
yearh, it is Simon Phillips on Drums ;D
asia muito foda com o album mais foda da banda aura ♥♥♥♥
Together with 'The Last Time' of the same album, one of the all-time great rock anthems. Pity John Payne didn't stick around for a few more albums, along with Govan, Downes and Colaiuta: the perfect Asia line-up.
Simon Phillips on this and Free... Great drummers' album. ❤
Is there any reason to laugh on someone who feel the music the way it is meant? The song is not 'bout simple things, but rather life from specific perspective. Reason I put it on YT was simple - it wasn't there, and IMO one of the best tracks of Asia. Definitly the track I'll play when I turn 30, 40, 50, man, maybe when I'll have children, I will play this song:D
@faouar - Shall we be kings. That was the best comment I have ever read.
mt legal essas musicas do ASIA
Asia com john payne e fantastico.
@horaciobotaya
I have every Asia album. I love Aria.
But (after Aura) I like Arena a bit more, due to the eclectic style of the music.
N I C E
A good tune,but yhe 1982 album is AWESOME !
kimolesen yes it truly is but to me this has more depth than the hits.
classic
3:05 probably the best guitar solo of all time..
+Matej Tkac
oh oui tout à fait d'accord....superbe soli de guitar, jazz rock , plein d'émotion.
le final du morceau est super aussi.......
(after 3 years im replying to you... what a world...)
the musical interval itself is brilliant
4:39 also perfect too...
Andre guitarrone Rone Steve Howe doesn't play in this song he recorded for only one song on this album "The Last Time".
+Cedrick Newsom Steve Howe also played on "Free"
I, for mye sake, listened to this and love it very much. But mostly to await John Wettons comeback. "A great tribute band" for the original Asia, but I am very happy for this music. Have all the CDs, of course. Everything changed now that JW died. Im still shocked about this. The setting is that Asia is over. Thats the worst of it all.
Why would you want Wetton back when they had this kind of momentum at this point? And Wetton never was able to produce anything of this quality post Payne era. Oh well everyone is different I guess.
A melhor ❤
Sau cooles Lied ♡
I miss Geoff, John Payne and Guthrie together again, powerful musicians. Eso será posible alguna vez?
Jose Orellana Mac Intosh infelizmente nunca mas
Saludos José, lamentablemente, sería muy mala óptica si Geoff volviera con Payne después de la muerte de Wetton. Asia, mi banda favorita desde niño, ya no será. Pero que material nos dejan!
Well , the Aura album is from 2001 :-)
@AragornIsStrider you should try listening to ARIA.
7 dislikes ???? Probably Justin Bieber and Jay-Z fans......
Or simply dumbs having no knowledge of music ;-)
@horaciobotaya - Aria simply kills. See: Sad Situation.
Why is this album not on Spotify?
You can't tell me it sounds like it.
Ну а скажи - ребята дали жару?
Держи клешню амиго! :)
По другому и не скажешь)
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I am not a fan of John Payne's current band touring out there and calling itself Asia to make a buck...I will be interested in new studio material they produce, but calling themselves "Asia" is a joke.
Having said that, John and Geoff contributed amazing material to the legacy of Asia, and Aura probably stands as the pinnacle of their achievements together.
I didn't realise how good it was at the time, but after being a little bit disappointed with Silent Nation and Phoenix, Aura stands tall.
4 people aren't Kings of the Day.
Asia gone to weak participants...
Hardly!