JOHN WAITE Ignition LP 1982 ex Bad English, The Babys singer. Great solo debut. “Change”, “Mr. Wonderful”, “Desperate Love”. Check audio

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Ignition is the debut solo album from Rock singer-songwriter John Waite (ex-vocalist for The Babys). It was released on Chrysalis in May of 1982, and produced by Neil Giraldo (producer/guitarist for Pat Benatar, who was on the same label).
Two singles were lifted from the record; the Holly Knight-penned “”Change”” failed to make a significant dent on any chart except for the Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks, where it scored the #16 position. It was, however, one of MTV most popular early videos. Upon the release of the soundtrack to the movie Vision Quest, the single was be re-released and broke into the Top 50 on the pop charts. Its follow-up was the song “”Going To The Top””.
A few famous musicians guested on the album as well. Singer Patty Smyth (then in the band Scandal) handled vocal backing, and drummer Frankie LaRocka (also from Scandal) and bassist Don Nossov (who also played with Benatar) guest here.

Track listing:
“”White Heat”” (John Waite) – 3:22
“”Change“” (Holly Knight) – 3:15
“”Mr. Wonderful“” (John Waite, Ivan Kral) – 4:07
“”Going to the Top”” (Waite, Tim Pierce) – 4:36
“”Desperate Love“” (Waite, Kral) – 3:55
“”Temptation”” (Chas Sandford) – 2:59
“”Be My Baby Tonight“” (Waite, Kral) – 3:22
“”Make It Happen”” (Waite, Bruce Brody) – 3:18
“”Still in Love with You”” (Paul Sabu) – 3:42
“”Wild Life”” (Waite, Kral) – 3:23

“NYC. I literally fell in love with the city. It felt like home. It was still raw and had real edge. My head was on fire and I met a lot of new friends and a girl I was with for eight years. I came into a real “new world”. The result of everything was Ignition, which was probably my first autobiographical album. It was recorded at the famous Power Station and I had all these wonderful musicians like Frankie La Rocka on drums, Donnie Nossov on bass and Ivan Kral on guitar, all outstanding. It’s a solid piece of work and far away from the music everybody was expecting from me”. – John Waite

Personnel:
John Waite: Vocal
Ilana Morrilo, Patty Smyth, Rahni Kugel: Vocal Backing
Brendan Bourke, John Elijah Wright, Dave Lang: Handclaps & Screams
Ivan Kral: Rhythm Guitar, Keyboards
Tim Pierce: Lead Guitar
Bruce Brody: Keyboards & Piano
Don “”Donnie”” Nossov: Bass, Vocal Backing
Alan Childs, Frankie LaRocka: Drums, Percussion
Crispin Cioe, Arno Hecht, Hollywood Paul Litteral: Horns

One of the most outstanding vocalists in AOR / Melodic Rock history is without a doubt JOHN WAITE, as part of The Babys, supergroup Bad English or a solo artist. His first solo album “Ignition” is perhaps his less listened but one of his best, upbeat, hard rocking albums.
Born In Lancashire, England, Waite first achieved popularity and success fronting melodic rockers The Babys notching up two top 20 US hit singles before breaking up the group to launch a solo career… a path that would see him score a US #1 single in 1984 with the plaintiff and hugely powerful ‘Missing You’.

“Ignition”, John’s debut solo album produced by Neil Geraldo – Pat Benatar’s guitarist, producer, mastermind, husband and who knows what else – was recorded in New York City in late 1981 and is widely acknowledged as Waite’s greatest (certainly hardest hitting) album.
Including 10 punchy tracks driven by hard edged (even if extremely processed) guitars handled by the great session monster Tim Pierce, tight rhythm section and commercial mainstream rock ’80s style, this recording still sounds fresh and organic today showcasing Waite’s vocal style un its purest form.
HIGHLY Recommended

John Waite – Ignition
Label:Chrysalis
Catalog#:CHR 1376
Format:Vinyl, LP, Album
Country:UK
Released:1982
Genre:Rock
Duration 36:22

Waite first achieved popularity and success fronting ex-pat hard rockers the Baby, notching up two Top 20 US hit singles before breaking up the group to launch a solo career, a path that would see him score a US #1 single in 1984 with the hugely powerful ‘Missing You’. Ignition, Waite debut solo album was recorded in New York City in late 1981 and reflects a man awash with brave ideals and ruthless musical conviction. Upbeat, bristling with determination and extremely hard rocking, the songs reflect a man on a mission, delivered with one of the most concise productions of the era (courtesy of Pat Benatar guitarist Neil Geraldo). Widely acknowledged as Waite greatest album!

Tracklist
A1 White Heat 3:18
Performer [Screams & Handclaps] – Brendan Bourke , Chris Pollan , Dave Lang , John Waite , John Wright , Mark Betz , Suzan
Written-By – J. Waite*
A2 Change 3:14
Written-By – H. Knight*
A3 Mr. Wonderful 4:12
Guitar [Solo] – Spyder Downtone Butane James
Written-By – B. Brody* , I. Kral* , J. Waite*
A4 Going To The Top 4:35
Written-By – J. Waite* , T. Pierce*
A5 Desperate Love 3:56
Written-By – I. Kral* , J. Waite*

B1 Temptation 2:58
Written-By – C. Sandford*
B2 Be My Baby Tonight 3:28
Written-By – I. Kral* , J. Waite*
B3 Make It Happen 3:18
Written-By – J. Waite*
B4 Still In Love With You 3:58
Written-By – P. Sabu*
B5 Wild Life 3:20
Written-By – I. Kral* , J. Waite*
Duration 36:22

Backing Vocals – Ilana Morrillo , Patty Smyth , Rahni Kugel
Bass, Vocals – Donnie Nossov
Drums [Kit] – Frankie La Rocka*
Guitar [Lead] – Tim Pierce
Guitar [Rhythm], Piano – Ivan Kral
Horns [Uptown] – Arno Hecht , Crispin Cioe , Paul Litteral
Piano – Bruce Brody
Producer, Mixed By – Neil Geraldo

Recorded in New York City at The Power Station.
Mastered at Masterdisk, N.Y.C.

P &  © 1982 Chrysalis Records Ltd.
Made in the UK


5.0 out of 5 stars A Perfect Start for John Waite solo..
Although he’d done stellar work with the Babys, John solo breakout proved to be a nearly-perfect release.
I honestly cannot find a song on here that I do not enjoy. I would not hesitate to say that this is Mr. Waite finest effort, a perfect collection of songs.
“”White Heat”” is a perfect opener for this. Great energy to set the tone for the whole.
“”Change”” is simply a perfect song. Hear it yourself; you’ll now know what to compare music to. Energy, urgency, power, control, quality, production to compliment your material. Three-way-tie with ‘Mr. Wonderful’ & ‘I’m Still in Love’ for best songs. Definitely the radio star.
“”Mr. Wonderful”” was John choice for the first single, and it is so obviously a superior tune. Perfect tune, perfect delivery.
“”Going to the Top”” kind of a bridge between 50 ballad right into the 80. A sense of urgency which runs through the whole LP.
“”Desperate Love”” a great song, with almost frantic urgency, almost a trademark stamp of 80 rock, at least the more-memorable stuff. Very memorable and enjoyable.
“”Temptation”” is a standout of this release. Intricate musically and quite original. Great lyrics, great message for all lovers to adhere to.
“”Be My Baby Tonight”” Great riffs, great vibe, very enjoyable rocker.
“”Make it Happen”” almost a throw-off, but has something worth hearing again.
“”I’m Still in Love”” Wow, now that I re-listen to this, this is one of John better songs throughout his career. GREAT lyrics, great vibe, perfect production, another song which is custom-made for John forte, which is introspective review, pleading of intent and spiritual comfort.
“”Wild Life”” John first SOLO example of the basic rock which he feels comfortable with, but not really his best speciality. A good choice as a closer.

Change, Mr. Wonderful, Temptation, I’m Still In Love, Be My Baby Tonight; all undeniable reasons to OWN this. It includes 10 quality songs which stand out above so much junk of so many decades. Appreciate the quality.


5.0 out of 5 stars Love this album! Reminds me of high school.,
John Waite “”Ignition”” is a great LP. I don’t love all the songs on it, but the songs I do love I REALLY love. If you like John Waite, you HAVE to get this.


5.0 out of 5 stars Big John Fan,
As one of the world all time greatest rock vocalists John Waite has served a career filled to the brim with as many near misses as genuine hits.


5.0 out of 5 stars the best john Waite album,


5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
If you want to jump-start your day, try this. It is refreshing, jazzy, heartfelt rock-n-roll. John Waite has a strong voice that is pleasant to the ear, his lyrics are such that you find yourself singing them with meaning and the music flows making this LP a five star! Enjoy! it worth the cash. . . Ignition


5.0 out of 5 stars great Waite
Great work.
Not too many soft songs:it still rocking, not like the new stuff released after Bad English. A lot of great songs like the unusual Mr Wonderfull.

Mr. Wonderful Lyrics:

I can’t play these games with you no more
I get my fingers caught inside your door
And now everything I say is just a joke
Spend my money now you leave me broke

Living someone’s life in clear blue skies
Fairy tales and dreams, and alibis
All you want from me are things for you
Use me till I don’t know what to do

You live in your own world anyway
Twisting every single thing I say
In my home town I feel out of place
Changed my name, I’ll find a different face

You tell me no more cool, Mr. Wonderful
No more nice, Mr. Clean
No more cool, Mr. Ideal
It’s driving me out of my mind, yeah, yeah

I can hear the wolves outside the bar
And sometimes I don’t know which one you are
Imitation’s all that you accept
Shadows of myself that you once met

Bottles in the alley break and smash
Get into the car for one car crash

You tell me no more cool, Mr. Wonderful
No more nice, Mr. Clean
No more cool, Mr. Ideal
It’s driving me out of my mind, yeah, yeah

No more cool, Mr. Wonderful
No more nice, Mr. Clean
No more cool, Mr. Ideal
It’s driving me out of my mind, yeah, yeah

Mr. Wonderful
No way, Mr. Clean
No more cool, Mr. Ideal
It’s driving me out
It’s driving me out of my mind

Mr. Wonderful
No way, Mr. Clean
No more cool, Mr. Ideal
It’s driving me out
It’s driving me out of my mind, ooh

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