Released 55 years ago this June
Budgie
Budgie · 1971
43 min · 9 tracks · hard rock · traditional heavy metal
A vibrant blend of hard rock and progressive elements, showcasing eclectic songwriting and dynamic musicianship.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- gradual builds and payoffs
- immersive thematic exploration
- wave-like pacing throughout
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on June 1, 1971, 'Budgie' is the debut album by the Welsh band Budgie. At this point in their career, they were establishing a distinctive sound that would contribute to the heavy metal genre, following their formation in 1967 and a period of live performances that honed their musical identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Saxon· Judas Priest· Diamond Head
- If this clicks, go next to
- Squawk — Continues the hard rock and progressive sound with evolving songwriting.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Guts 4:20
- 2 Everything in My Heart 0:52
- 3 The Author 6:28
- 4 Nude Disintegrating Parachutist Woman 8:41
- 5 Crash Course in Brain Surgery 2:37
- 6 Rape of the Locks 6:13
- 7 All Night Petrol 5:57
- 8 You and I 1:41
- 9 Homicidal Suicidal 6:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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