"About Time" is an album by the blues rock band Ten Years After, released in 1989. This album is particularly notable as it marks the final studio release featuring Alvin Lee, the band's lead singer and primary songwriter since its inception.
The album was Ten Years After's first studio release in fifteen years, following Positive Vibrations in 1974. This extended break came after a period of significant success and influence in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
About Time is the last album to feature Alvin Lee, who was instrumental in shaping the band's sound and success. Lee's departure from the band followed this album, leading to changes in the band's lineup and direction.
The album continues the blues rock style for which Ten Years After was known, featuring Lee's signature guitar work and blues-influenced rock compositions. It reflects both the band's classic sound and the evolution they underwent during their hiatus.
The album received mixed to positive reviews. While some fans appreciated the return of the classic sound, others found it less impactful compared to their earlier work.
About Time peaked at number 120 on the US Billboard 200, indicating a moderate level of commercial success but not matching the chart-topping achievements of the band's earlier albums.
With Alvin Lee's departure following this album, About Time represents the end of an era for Ten Years After. The band continued to perform and release music, but Lee's absence marked a significant shift in their dynamics and musical direction.
