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Aurora (Asia album)

Aurora
Asia Aurora (Japan 1986) - Front.JPG
EP by Asia
Released 1986
Recorded 1982-85
Genre Progressive rock
Length 16:31
Label CBS/Sony Records
Geffen Records
Producer Mike Stone
Geoff Downes
back cover
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Aurora is an extended play album by the progressive rock band Asia. It was a limited number release, exclusive to Japan, in 1986.

"Too Late" was originally on the 1985 album Astra.

"Ride Easy", never given regular release on a studio album, was originally released only as a B-side, on the 7" 45 rpm single "Heat of the Moment" in 1982.

During an interview on the 2007 released Asia DVD "Fantasia: Live in Tokyo ", lead vocalist John Wetton indicated that "Ride Easy" is one of his favorite Asia songs.

"Daylight" was originally on the cassette release of 1983 album Alpha.

"Lying to Yourself", never given regular release on a studio album, was originally released only as a B-side, on the 7" 45 rpm single "The Smile Has Left Your Eyes" in 1983. Later compilation albums list this track as "Lyin' to Yourself".

All three B-sides were released on the compilation The Very Best of Asia: Heat of the Moment (1982-1990).


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