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A Nod Is as Good as a Wink… to a Blind Horse
by Faces
The 390th greatest album of all time
A Nod Is as Good as a Wink… to a Blind Horse (1971) captures Faces at a loose, swaggering peak, blending gritty blues rock, barroom boogie and folk-tinged balladry. Rod Stewart's raw, charismatic vocals sit atop Ronnie Wood's muscular guitar work and Ronnie Lane's melodic songwriting, yielding moments that range from the anthemic rocker "Stay With Me" to the quieter, reflective "Debris". The album's rough-hewn production and emphasis on groove and personality helped define the band's sound and enduring reputation within classic rock circles.
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