A transitional album for Heart, Magazine showcases the band exploring a more diverse soundscape while retaining their signature hard rock edge. The album's difficult birth and varied production methods are evident in its eclectic tracklist.
- Magazine was initially released without the band's approval due to label disputes, leading to a later re-recorded and remixed version. The album reached number 34 on the Billboard 200 chart. It features the single "Heartless," which charted at number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- This album was recorded in the aftermath of their breakthrough success with Dreamboat Annie and before the release of their follow-up, Little Queen. It was a difficult period for the band, marked by contractual disputes with Mushroom Records and subsequent re-recording and remixing of tracks for Capitol Records.
- Magazine's original 1977 release on Mushroom Records was fraught with controversy and disputes, leading to its withdrawal and a subsequent reissue by Capitol Records. The album contains a mix of material, including some tracks recorded during the sessions for Dreamboat Annie and others re-recorded with new production.
Heart is a rock band fronted by sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson, hailing from Seattle and known for their blend of hard rock and folk influences. In 1977, they were solidifying their status as a major force in arena rock following their debut.
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