With Rides Again, James Gang delivered one of the finest hard rock albums of the early ‘70s, showcasing the raw talent of guitarist and vocalist Joe Walsh. The album seamlessly balances gritty, blues-infused rockers like “Funk #49”—a timeless anthem driven by its infectious groove and slide guitar—with more expansive, melodic compositions like “The Bomber”, which weaves classical influences into its heavy rock framework. Side two takes a more introspective turn, featuring acoustic-driven gems like “Tend My Garden”and“Ashes the Rain and I”, revealing the band’s versatility. Rides Again cemented James Gang’s legacy and remains a cornerstone of classic rock.

SIDE A:

1. Funk #49
2. Asshtonpark
3. Woman
4. The Bomber: Closet Queen/Boléro/Cast Your Fate to the Wind

SIDE B:

1. Tend My Garden
2. Garden Gate
3. There I Go Again
4. Thanks
5. Ashes the Rain and I.