John Stewart - Fire in the Wind (1977) Vinyl LP • IMPORT • 18 Wheels

Catalog Number:

RS-1-3027

Musical Styles:

1970s, Acoustic Blues, American Folk, Contemporary Folk, Country Rock, Folk Pop, Pop Rock, Singer-Songwriter, Soft Rock

Sleeve Grade:

Very Good Plus (VG+)

Record Grade:

Near Mint (NM or M-)

Condition Details:

Import from Canada. Vinyl plays nicely (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges, light-scuffing and some surface abrasion (front/back). Inner-sleeve is original (generic white). Spine is easy-to-read with mild wear. Minor shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use. (Hole-punch in bottom-right.)

Tracks:

1. Fire In The Wind
2. Rocket In My Own Sweet Time
3. On You Like The Wind
4. The Runner
5. Morning Thunder
6. Promise The Wind
7. Boston Lady
8. 18 Wheels
9. The Last Human
10. The Wild Side Of You

About The Record:

Fire in the Wind, by John Stewart, marks his transition toward a smoother, country-tinged pop-rock sound while retaining his folk storytelling roots. The album, considered one of his strongest works for RSO, features polished production and standout tracks like Fire in the Wind, Rock It in My Own Sweet Time, and the trucker anthem 18 Wheels. Fire in the Wind showcases his evolving style and critical acclaim despite limited mainstream success. The album reflects Stewart’s ability to blend intellectual songwriting with accessible melodies, appealing to his loyal fanbase and critics alike.