Burnin' Sky
Bad Company · 1977
45 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · blues rock
A fusion of blues rock and hard rock, marked by soulful vocals and dynamic instrumentation.
Why this album works
'Burnin' Sky' reached No. 15 on the Billboard 200 chart, reflecting its commercial success. The album's blend of melodic rock and blues influences helped solidify Bad Company’s place in the evolving rock landscape of the late 1970s, influencing contemporary bands with its sound.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released on March 3, 1977, 'Burnin' Sky' was Bad Company's fourth studio album, following their successful 'Straight Shooter'. At this point in their career, the band was firmly established as a leading force in classic rock, building on their reputation for powerful melodies and polished production.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Steppenwolf· The Guess Who· The Animals
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Burnin’ Sky Standout 5:09
- 2 Morning Sun Standout 4:06
- 3 Leaving You 3:23
- 4 Like Water 4:19
- 5 Knapsack 1:20
- 6 Everything I Need 3:23
- 7 Heartbeat 2:37
- 8 Peace of Mind 3:25
- 9 Passing Time 2:30
- 10 Too Bad Standout 3:52
- 11 Man Needs Woman 3:45
- 12 Master of Ceremony 7:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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