A Real Diamond in the Rough
Buckethead · 2009
41 min · 13 tracks · funk · hard rock · progressive metal
An eclectic blend of avant-garde soundscapes and experimental rock that challenges conventional structures.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- wave-like pacing for deep listening
- experimental soundscapes for exploration
- short tracks for focused engagement
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward, predictable structures
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2009, Buckethead had established himself as a prolific artist with a discography exceeding thirty albums. 'A Real Diamond in the Rough' was released during a period of intense creativity, following his diverse explorations in genres ranging from funk to dark ambient. This album reflects his continued evolution as an innovative guitarist and composer, further solidifying his unique place in the music world.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joe Satriani· Steve Vai· Frank Zappa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Broken Mirror 4:15
- 2 Big D’s Touch 4:11
- 3 Separate Sky 2:58
- 4 Dawn Appears 3:46
- 5 A Real Diamond in the Rough 4:08
- 6 Sundial 1:03
- 7 Squid Ink 3:04
- 8 Four Rivers 2:37
- 9 Allowed to Play 1:54
- 10 Formless Present 3:44
- 11 Squid Ink Part 2 0:56
- 12 The Miracle of Surrender 5:37
- 13 The Return of Captain EO 3:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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