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3 Foot Clearance

Buckethead · 2010

40 min · 13 tracks · funk · hard rock · progressive metal

An eclectic mix of avant-garde soundscapes and intricate guitar work that defies genre boundaries.

Why this album works

'3 Foot Clearance' highlights Buckethead's unique style within the avant-garde music scene, contributing to his cult following. While it did not achieve mainstream commercial success, its unconventional sounds have influenced numerous artists in experimental music and guitar playing.
Best for
dynamic flow with varied intensity intricate guitar work exploration wave-like pacing invites immersion
Context
By the time '3 Foot Clearance' was released in December 2010, Buckethead had already established a prolific discography, with this album being part of his extensive output during a phase of intense creativity. This album followed his 2009 release 'Shadows Between the Sky' and continued to showcase his experimental approach, further solidifying his status as an innovative guitarist.
Stylistic neighbors
Neil Young· Extreme· Ugly Kid Joe

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Griffin's Spike Standout 4:09
  • 2 Rammellzee Hero of the Abyss 4:02
  • 3 Floating Graveyard 3:20
  • 4 Ballad of Jerry Mono Standout 4:57
  • 5 H.D. Autopsy 3:19
  • 6 Droid Hunt 2:46
  • 7 Battlefields 3:13
  • 8 Handprint Ornament 2:48
  • 9 Three Headed Guardian 3:58
  • 10 Harpoon the Goon 2:30
  • 11 Critical Leg Assignment 2:35
  • 12 Siamese Butterfly Standout 1:56
  • 13 X-ray 0:49

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