Be a Brother
Big Brother and the Holding Company · 1970
35 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · psychedelic rock
A vibrant blend of hard rock and psychedelic sounds, infused with raw emotional energy and social commentary.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- short, engaging listening sessions
- emotional storytelling experiences
- vibrant, uplifting moments
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 1, 1970, 'Be a Brother' marked Big Brother and the Holding Company's fourth studio album. This album came after their previous release, 'How Hard It Is,' which saw a decline in commercial success. The band was navigating changes in their musical direction while still capitalizing on the legacy of Janis Joplin, who had left the group to pursue a solo career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Blue Öyster Cult· Steppenwolf· Pink Floyd
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Keep On 4:19
- 2 Joseph's Coat 3:10
- 3 Home on the Strange 2:14
- 4 Someday 2:17
- 5 Heartache People 6:36
- 6 Sunshine Baby 3:32
- 7 Mr. Natural 3:31
- 8 Funkie Jim 3:45
- 9 I'll Change Your Flat Tire, Merle 3:16
- 10 Be a Brother 3:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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