Wishbone Ash - At The BBC 1970 - 1988 (Box Set) (11 CD & 1 DVD BOXSET)

Cat. no: SMABX1281
Format: CDBX (11 CD & 1 DVD BOXSET)
Barcode: 636551828253
Release Date: 28 Mar 2025
Genre: Rock

MADFISH MUSIC PRESENTS 'WISHBONE ASH - AT THE BBC 1970-1988' - 12-DISC SET INCLUDES 72-PAGE HARDBACK BOOK, 11 CDs OF LIVE MATERIAL & A DVD OF PERFORMANCE FOOTAGE FROM THE BBC

'Wishbone Ash - At The BBC 1970-1988' is an extraordinary collection of iconic performances, rare recordings & behind-the- scenes gems, captured over nearly two decades from one of the most celebrated bands in rock history. Four years in the making & shaped by the input of devoted fans & band members alike, this long-awaited release is the defnitive archive of Wishbone Ash's unforgettable relationship  with the BBC.

Packaged in a protective slipcase, the audiovisual book set is comprised of:

11 CDs of electrifying live material including never- before- heard sessions & performances, expertly restored & remastered by Pete Reynolds. Includes iconic shows from the Paris Theatre, Glasgow Apollo & Hammersmith Odeon, as well as performances on John Peel's Sunday Concert, Sounds of the Seventies, Top Gear + more

a DVD of 'Old Grey Whistle Test' footage from 1971, 1977 & 1980. Includes rare outtakes, full performances & behind-the-scenes moments.

a beautifully bound 72-page hardback book, complete with rare photos, session documentation from the BBC vaults & exclusive insights from the band.

For fans, collectors & newcomers alike, this is the ultimate treasure trove of Ash's signature melodic twin-lead guitars & progressive rock mastery. The wait is over.

Disc 1
Side 1
1. Vas Dis ( John Peel's Sunday Concert 19/11/70 ) ( 04:24 )
2. Phoenix ( John Peel's Sunday Concert 19/11/70 ) ( 14:13 )
3. Where Were You Tomorrow ? ( John Peel's Sunday Concert 19/11/70 ) ( 06:23 )
4. Queen Of Torture ( Sounds Of The Seventies 01/01/71 ) ( 03:30 )
5. Errors Of My Way ( Sounds Of The Seventies 01/01/71 ) ( 06:38 )
6. Blind Eye ( Sounds Of The Seventies 21/04/71 ) ( 03:52 )
7. Lullaby ( Sounds Of The Seventies 21/04/71 ) ( 02:48 )
8. The Pilgrim ( Top Gear 05/07/71 ) ( 06:57 )
9. Jail Bait ( Top Gear 05/07/71 ) ( 04:54 )
10. Lady Whiskey ( Top Gear 05/07/71 ) ( 05:39 )
11. Lullaby ( Top Gear 05/07/71 ) ( 03:12 )
12. Jail Bait ( Sounds Of The Seventies 01/11/71 ) ( 04:59 )
13. The Pilgrim ( Sounds Of The Seventies 01/11/71 ) ( 08:39 )
14. Lullaby ( Sounds Of The Seventies 01/11/71 ) ( 03:15 )
Disc 2
1. Time Was ( Paris Theatre, London 25/05/72 ) ( 10:27 )
2. Blowin' Free ( Paris Theatre, London 25/05/72 ) ( 05:32 )
3. Jail Bait ( Paris Theatre, London 25/05/72 ) ( 05:23 )
4. The Pilgrim ( Paris Theatre, London 25/05/72 ) ( 10:25 )
5. Warrior ( Paris Theatre, London 25/05/72 ) ( 05:40 )
6. Throw Down The Sword ( Paris Theatre, London 25/05/72 ) ( 06:27 )
7. The King Will Come ( Paris Theatre, London 25/05/72 ) ( 08:24 )
8. Phoenix ( Paris Theatre, London 25/05/72 ) ( 19:35 )
Disc 3
1. Blowin' Free ( Top Gear 18/04/72 ) ( 06:47 )
2. Warrior ( Top Gear 18/04/72 ) ( 04:50 )
3. The King Will Come ( Top Gear 18/04/72 ) ( 06:10 )
4. Ballad Of The Beacon ( Paris Theatre, London 14/02/74 ) ( 06:01 )
5. Sometime World ( Paris Theatre, London 14/02/74 ) ( 07:36 )
6. Rock 'N' Roll Widow ( Paris Theatre, London 14/02/74 ) ( 05:58 )
7. Blowin' Free ( Paris Theatre, London 14/02/74 ) ( 05:22 )
8. Jail Bait ( Paris Theatre, London 14/02/74 ) ( 09:08 )
9. Time Was ( Paris Theatre, London 14/02/74 ) ( 07:33 )
10. Phoenix ( Paris Theatre, London 14/02/74 ) ( 18:34 )
Disc 4
1. Runaway ( John Peel Show 19/11/76 ) ( 03:36 )
2. The King Will Come ( John Peel Show 19/11/76 ) ( 07:39 )
3. Lorelei ( John Peel Show 19/11/76 ) ( 06:23 )
4. Mother Of Pearl ( John Peel Show 19/11/76 ) ( 06:01 )
5. Blowin' Free ( John Peel Show 19/11/76 ) ( 05:56 )
6. Come In From The Rain ( Old Grey Whistle Test 11/10/77 ) ( 04:45 )
7. Goodbye Baby Hello Friend ( Old Grey Whistle Test 11/10/77 ) ( 03:35 )
Disc 5
1. Blind Eye ( Glasgow Apollo 17/10/77 ) ( 02:48 )
2. Lady Whiskey ( Glasgow Apollo 17/10/77 ) ( 02:50 )
3. Warrior ( Glasgow Apollo 17/10/77 ) ( 05:38 )
4. Throw Down The Sword ( Glasgow Apollo 17/10/77 ) ( 04:24 )
5. Front Page News ( Glasgow Apollo 17/10/77 ) ( 05:55 )
6. Goodbye Baby Hello Friend ( Glasgow Apollo 17/10/77 ) ( 05:31 )
7. Come In From The Rain ( Glasgow Apollo 17/10/77 ) ( 05:21 )
8. Phoenix ( Glasgow Apollo 17/10/77 ) ( 12:39 )
9. Blowin' Free ( Glasgow Apollo 17/10/77 ) ( 06:37 )
10. Bad Weather Blues ( Glasgow Apollo 17/10/77 ) ( 08:26 )
Disc 6
1. The King Will Come ( Hammersmith Odeon 25/10/78 - Part 1 ) ( 06:55 )
2. Warrior ( Hammersmith Odeon 25/10/78 - Part 1 ) ( 06:11 )
3. Errors Of My Way ( Hammersmith Odeon 25/10/78 - Part 1 ) ( 06:28 )
4. You See Red ( Hammersmith Odeon 25/10/78 - Part 1 ) ( 06:47 )
5. F*U*B*B ( Hammersmith Odeon 25/10/78 - Part 1 ) ( 10:05 )
6. Front Page News ( Hammersmith Odeon 25/10/78 - Part 1 ) ( 05:39 )
7. The Way Of The World ( Hammersmith Odeon 25/10/78 - Part 1 ) ( 10:22 )
8. Phoenix ( Hammersmith Odeon 25/10/78 - Part 1 ) ( 13:36 )
9. Anger In Harmony ( Hammersmith Odeon 25/10/78 - Part 1 ) ( 04:44 )
10. Time Was ( Hammersmith Odeon 25/10/78 - Part 1 ) ( 06:47 )
Disc 7
1. Runaway ( Hammersmith Odeon 25/10/78 - Part 2 ) ( 03:46 )
2. Lady Whiskey ( Hammersmith Odeon 25/10/78 - Part 2 ) ( 03:00 )
3. Jail Bait ( Hammersmith Odeon 25/10/78 - Part 2 ) ( 05:10 )
4. Queen Of Torture ( Hammersmith Odeon 25/10/78 - Part 2 ) ( 03:13 )
5. Blowin' Free ( Hammersmith Odeon 25/10/78 - Part 2 ) ( 07:05 )
6. Bad Weather Blues ( Hammersmith Odeon 25/10/78 - Part 2 ) ( 08:57 )
7. Blowin' Free ( Wembley Empire Pool 22/11/79 ) ( 07:04 )
8. Living Proof ( Wembley Empire Pool 22/11/79 ) ( 05:44 )
9. Helpless ( Wembley Empire Pool 22/11/79 ) ( 04:16 )
10. Bad Weather Blues ( Wembley Empire Pool 22/11/79 ) ( 09:07 )
Disc 8
1. Doctor ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/02/80 ) ( 06:07 )
2. Blind Eye ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/02/80 ) ( 03:50 )
3. The Way Of The World ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/02/80 ) ( 09:15 )
4. Insomnia ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/02/80 ) ( 07:01 )
5. Queen Of Torture ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/02/80 ) ( 03:20 )
6. Lifeline ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/02/80 ) ( 07:13 )
7. Living Proof ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/02/80 ) ( 06:02 )
8. Blowin' Free ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/02/80 ) ( 06:39 )
9. Helpless ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/02/80 ) ( 04:01 )
10. Jail Bait ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/02/80 ) ( 05:32 )
11. Bad Weather Blues ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/02/80 ) ( 09:30 )
Disc 9
1. The King Will Come ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/06/81 - Part 1 ) ( 06:31 )
2. Lady Whiskey ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/06/81 - Part 1 ) ( 03:27 )
3. Where Is The Love ? ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/06/81 - Part 1 ) ( 04:32 )
4. Living Proof ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/06/81 - Part 1 ) ( 05:57 )
5. Underground ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/06/81 - Part 1 ) ( 05:28 )
6. Warrior ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/06/81 - Part 1 ) ( 06:26 )
7. Loaded ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/06/81 - Part 1 ) ( 07:04 )
8. Kicks On The Street ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/06/81 - Part 1 ) ( 04:45 )
9. Blowin' Free ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/06/81 - Part 1 ) ( 07:33 )
10. Get Ready ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/06/81 - Part 1 ) ( 04:28 )
Disc 10
1. Phoenix ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/06/81 - Part 2 ) ( 15:29 )
2. Number The Brave ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/06/81 - Part 2 ) ( 05:41 )
3. Helpless ( Hammersmith Odeon 02/06/81 - Part 2 ) ( 07:16 )
4. Long Live The Night ( The Friday Rock Show 24/05/85 ) ( 03:47 )
5. Love Is Blue ( The Friday Rock Show 24/05/85 ) ( 04:07 )
6. People In Motion ( The Friday Rock Show 24/05/85 ) ( 03:54 )
7. Cell Of Fame ( The Friday Rock Show 24/05/85 ) ( 04:53 )
Disc 11
1. Tangible Evidence ( Hammersmith Odeon 04/03/88 ) ( 03:55 )
2. Living Proof ( Hammersmith Odeon 04/03/88 ) ( 06:29 )
3. Genevieve ( Hammersmith Odeon 04/03/88 ) ( 03:57 )
4. No More Lonely Nights ( Hammersmith Odeon 04/03/88 ) ( 06:23 )
5. The King Will Come ( Hammersmith Odeon 04/03/88 ) ( 06:23 )
6. Throw Down The Sword ( Hammersmith Odeon 04/03/88 ) ( 05:22 )
7. Clousseau ( Hammersmith Odeon 04/03/88 ) ( 04:54 )
8. In The Skin ( Hammersmith Odeon 04/03/88 ) ( 06:03 )
9. Phoenix ( Hammersmith Odeon 04/03/88 ) ( 13:48 )
10. Blowin' Free ( Hammersmith Odeon 04/03/88 ) ( 06:38 )
11. Jail Bait ( Hammersmith Odeon 04/03/88 ) ( 06:22 )
12. Bad Weather Blues ( Hammersmith Odeon 04/03/88 ) ( 06:52 )
Disc 12
1. Vas Dis ( Take 1 ) ( Old Grey Whistle Test 12/10/71 ) ( 04:50 )
2. Vas Dis ( Take 2 ) ( Old Grey Whistle Test 12/10/71 ) ( 04:48 )
3. Jail Bait ( Take 1 ) ( Old Grey Whistle Test 12/10/71 ) ( 01:10 )
4. Jail Bait ( Take 2 ) ( Old Grey Whistle Test 12/10/71 ) ( 05:00 )
5. Jail Bait ( Take 3 ) ( Old Grey Whistle Test 12/10/71 ) ( 00:59 )
6. Jail Bait ( Take 4 ) ( Old Grey Whistle Test 12/10/71 ) ( 05:30 )
7. Come In From The Rain ( Old Grey Whistle Test 11/10/77 ) ( 04:39 )
8. Goodbye Baby Hello Friend ( Old Grey Whistle Test 11/10/77 ) ( 03:29 )
9. Helpless ( Old Grey Whistle Test 13/05/80 ) ( 03:32 )
10. Blowin' Free ( Old Grey Whistle Test 13/05/80 ) ( 06:17 )