Dog & Butterfly
Heart · 1978
39 min · 8 tracks · rock music
A seamless blend of hard rock and melodic balladry, showcasing powerful vocals and intricate instrumentation.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released on October 7, 1978, 'Dog & Butterfly' was Heart's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'Little Queen'. At this point in their career, the band had established themselves as a formidable force in rock music, known for their unique sound that combined hard rock with folk influences, solidifying their popularity during the late 1970s.
- If you like
- rock music
Dog & Butterfly is an album by Heart, released in 1978. A seamless blend of hard rock and melodic balladry, showcasing powerful vocals and intricate instrumentation. 'Dog & Butterfly' reached No. 17 on the Billboard 200 chart and was notable for its critical acclaim, with Rolling Stone praising its mix of hard-hitting rock and introspective ballads. The album continued to reinforce Heart's status as pioneers in the rock genre, influencing subsequent female-fronted bands and artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dog & Butterfly sound like?
A seamless blend of hard rock and melodic balladry, showcasing powerful vocals and intricate instrumentation. Rooted in rock music.
What makes Dog & Butterfly by Heart notable?
'Dog & Butterfly' reached No. 17 on the Billboard 200 chart and was notable for its critical acclaim, with Rolling Stone praising its mix of hard-hitting rock and introspective ballads. The album continued to reinforce Heart's status as pioneers in the rock genre, influencing subsequent female-fronted bands and artists. Released on October 7, 1978, 'Dog & Butterfly' was Heart's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'Little Queen'. At this point in their career, the band had established themselves as a formidable force in rock music, known for their unique sound that combined hard rock with folk influences, solidifying their popularity during the late 1970s.
Who is Dog & Butterfly for?
Dog & Butterfly works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Dog & Butterfly?
Dog & Butterfly has 8 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cook With Fire Standout 4:57
- 2 High Time 3:21
- 3 Hijinx 3:31
- 4 Straight On Standout 5:10
- 5 Dog & Butterfly Standout 5:19
- 6 Lighter Touch 5:03
- 7 Nada One 5:21
- 8 Mistral Wind 6:43
Release Date
October 7, 1978
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
39 min 28 sec
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