Firefly

by Uriah Heep

Firefly cover art

Following the turbulent dismissal of long-time dramatic frontman David Byron, the British hard rock veterans introduce vocalist John Lawton, shifting towards a slightly more straightforward, melodic sound. The album successfully revitalized their commercial standing in Europe while retaining their signature Hammond organ-driven heaviness and mystical lyrical themes. It marks the beginning of a stabilized, highly productive era for the group.

Genres

  • Hard Rock

Tracklist

  1. The Hanging Tree
  2. Been Away Too Long
  3. Who Needs Me
  4. Wise Man
  5. Do You Know
  6. Rollin' On
  7. Sympathy
  8. Firefly
  9. Crime of Passion
  10. A Far Better Way - Outtake
  11. I Always Knew
  12. Dance Dance Dance - Outtake
  13. Been Away Too Long - Alternative Version
  14. Do You Know - Demo Version
  15. Who Needs Me - Live
  16. Wise Man - TV Backing Track