Ass cover

Ass

Badfinger · 1973

53 min · 15 tracks · power pop

Lush harmonies and melodic hooks intertwine with introspective lyrics in this power pop gem.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • lush harmonies for reflective moments
  • wave-like pacing invites deep listening
  • melodic hooks for casual enjoyment
  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • introspective lyrics for personal connection

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced instant gratification
  • seek standalone tracks over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 26, 1973, 'Ass' was Badfinger's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Straight Up'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating increasing pressures from their label and internal conflicts, which would foreshadow significant challenges ahead.
Stylistic neighbors
Big Star· The Hollies· The Move

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Apple of My Eye 3:06
  • 2 Get Away 4:01
  • 3 Icicles 2:33
  • 4 The Winner 3:22
  • 5 Blind Owl 3:03
  • 6 Constitution 3:00
  • 7 When I Say 3:06
  • 8 Cowboy 2:40
  • 9 I Can Love You 3:35
  • 10 Timeless 7:50
  • 11 Do You Mind (previously unreleased version) 3:17
  • 12 Apple of My Eye (previously unreleased early mix) 3:04
  • 13 Blind Owl (previously unreleased version) 2:53
  • 14 Regular (previously unreleased) 2:39
  • 15 Timeless (previously unreleased version) 5:29

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata