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XXX

by Asia

Released: June 20, 2012

Progressive rock, album-oriented rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Lineup Change.

The Album

Despite lineup changes and the passage of time, "XXX" showcases Asia's continued commitment to their melodic rock sound, with influences from progressive rock and AOR (album-oriented rock). "XXX" is the twelfth studio album by British rock band Asia, released in 2012. It marks the final studio album with the band's original line-up, featuring vocalist/bassist John Wetton, guitarist Steve Howe, keyboardist Geoff Downes, and drummer Carl Palmer.

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Steve Howe departed the band the following year…

Steve Howe departed the band the following year, and John Wetton passed away in 2017.

The album "XXX" was released in various formats…

The album "XXX" was released in various formats including CD, special edition CD/DVD-Video, and LP.

The special edition includes bonus tracks, new music…

The special edition includes bonus tracks, new music videos, and a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the album.

It features tracks like "Face on the Bridge,"…

It features tracks like "Face on the Bridge," which was released as a digital download single along with a music video on May 14, 2012.

The album received moderate success and was appreciated…

The album received moderate success and was appreciated by fans for its nostalgic yet contemporary approach to the band's signature style.

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The Complete Album Story

"XXX" is the twelfth studio album by British rock band Asia, released in 2012. It marks the final studio album with the band's original line-up, featuring vocalist/bassist John Wetton, guitarist Steve Howe, keyboardist Geoff Downes, and drummer Carl Palmer. Steve Howe departed the band the following year, and John Wetton passed away in 2017.

The album "XXX" was released in various formats including CD, special edition CD/DVD-Video, and LP. It features tracks like "Face on the Bridge," which was released as a digital download single along with a music video on May 14, 2012. The special edition includes bonus tracks, new music videos, and a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the album.

Despite lineup changes and the passage of time, "XXX" showcases Asia's continued commitment to their melodic rock sound, with influences from progressive rock and AOR (album-oriented rock). The album received moderate success and was appreciated by fans for its nostalgic yet contemporary approach to the band's signature style.