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A Wizard, a True Star

Todd Rundgren · 1973

55 min · 19 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · progressive rock

A kaleidoscopic journey that fuses rock, soul, and experimental soundscapes into a vibrant musical tapestry.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • kaleidoscopic sonic exploration
  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • short tracks for quick bursts
  • immersive in-order listening experience
  • whimsical and playful atmosphere

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking straightforward song structures
  • prefer longer, cohesive tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 2, 1973, 'A Wizard, a True Star' was Todd Rundgren's fourth studio album, following the commercial success of 'Something/Anything?' from 1972. This album marked a significant shift in his artistic approach, moving towards a more avant-garde style that blurred the lines between pop and progressive rock. Rundgren was establishing himself as a solo artist after initially gaining fame with the band Nazz.
Stylistic neighbors
Brian Eno· Roxy Music· David Bowie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 International Feel 2:50
  • 2 Never Never Land 1:35
  • 3 Tic Tic Tic It Wears Off 1:14
  • 4 You Need Your Head 1:02
  • 5 Rock and Roll Pussy 1:08
  • 6 Dogfight Giggle 1:06
  • 7 You Don’t Have to Camp Around 1:03
  • 8 Flamingo 2:35
  • 9 Zen Archer 5:36
  • 10 Just Another Onionhead / Dada Dali 2:24
  • 11 When the Shit Hits the Fan / Sunset Blvd. 4:03
  • 12 Le Feel Internacionale 1:47
  • 13 Sometimes I Don’t Know What to Feel 4:16
  • 14 Does Anybody Love You? 1:31
  • 15 Medley: I’m So Proud / Ooh Baby Baby / La La Means I Love You / Cool Jerk 10:35
  • 16 Hungry for Love 2:18
  • 17 I Don’t Want to Tie You Down 1:56
  • 18 Is It My Name? 4:01
  • 19 Just One Victory 4:59

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