In Side Out
Edgar Broughton Band · 1972
60 min · 15 tracks · progressive rock
A swirling blend of progressive and psychedelic rock, marked by dynamic shifts and introspective lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Got Mad — This track underlines the band's ability to fuse raw emotion with sharp social commentary, making it a standout example of their lyrical prowess.
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Homes Fit for Heroes — With its poignant critique of post-war society, this song exemplifies the band's role as socially conscious rock musicians during a time of upheaval.
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It’s Not You — The lengthy composition allows for intricate musical exploration and showcases the band’s progressive tendencies, making it a centerpiece of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features varied compositions and dynamic shifts but lacks a cohesive flow across its length.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a 12-minute track that shifts through multiple sections, blending heavy guitar riffs with softer, melodic passages.
- The lyrics often address social issues and personal introspection, with a storytelling approach that varies from track to track.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing and flow
- reflective late-night vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1972, In Side Out is the Edgar Broughton Band's third studio album, following their self-titled debut and the more experimental Wasa Wasa. At this point, they were solidifying their reputation within the burgeoning British progressive rock scene while navigating the transition from underground cult status to broader recognition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Crazy World of Arthur Brown· Hawkwind· Captain Beefheart
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Get Out of Bed / There’s Nobody There / Side by Side 3:42
- 2 Sister Angela 0:43
- 3 I Got Mad 3:47
- 4 They Took It Away 2:27
- 5 Homes Fit for Heroes 4:19
- 6 Gone Blue 3:15
- 7 Chilly Morning Mama 4:33
- 8 The Rake 2:43
- 9 Totin’ This Guitar 1:47
- 10 Double Agent 2:56
- 11 It’s Not You 11:13
- 12 Rock ’n’ Roll 2:59
- 13 Someone 3:48
- 14 Mr. Crosby 2:09
- 15 Look at the Mayor 9:44
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