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Deliver Us from Evil

Budgie · 1982

39 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · traditional heavy metal

A raw blend of hard rock riffs and haunting melodies that grapples with dark themes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo contemplation
  • haunting melodies for introspection
  • dark themes with emotional depth
  • consistent flow for focused listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party tracks
  • prefer instant gratification songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 23, 1982, 'Deliver Us from Evil' was Budgie's seventh studio album. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a changing musical landscape while attempting to reclaim their footing amidst the rise of new wave and punk influences. This album followed their previous release, 'If I Were Brittania I'd Wave the Rules' (1981), marking a return to their heavier sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Saxon· Judas Priest· Diamond Head

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Bored With Russia 3:51
  • 2 Don't Cry 3:21
  • 3 Truth Drug 4:25
  • 4 Young Girl 2:20
  • 5 Flowers in the Attic 5:14
  • 6 N.O.R.A.D. (Doomsday City) 4:17
  • 7 Give Me the Truth 4:13
  • 8 Alison 3:28
  • 9 Finger on the Button 4:01
  • 10 Hold on to Love 4:16

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