Rough Mix
Pete Townshend · 1977
41 min · 11 tracks · rock music
A blend of rock and folk influences, showcasing raw emotional depth layered with Townshend's signature guitar work.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments raw emotional depth in lyrics for evening introspection
- Context
- Released in 1977, 'Rough Mix' was Pete Townshend's first solo project after The Who's peak success. This album followed the band's ambitious rock opera 'Quadrophenia', positioning Townshend as a significant solo artist while still actively collaborating with his bandmates.
- If you like
- rock music
Rough Mix is an album by Pete Townshend, released in 1977. A blend of rock and folk influences, showcasing raw emotional depth layered with Townshend's signature guitar work. Though it didn't chart as high as The Who's albums, 'Rough Mix' received positive critical reception and showcased Townshend's songwriting prowess. It is often noted for its personal lyrical themes and marked a notable moment in Townshend's evolution as an artist with a more introspective approach. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Rough Mix sound like?
A blend of rock and folk influences, showcasing raw emotional depth layered with Townshend's signature guitar work. Rooted in rock music.
What makes Rough Mix by Pete Townshend notable?
Though it didn't chart as high as The Who's albums, 'Rough Mix' received positive critical reception and showcased Townshend's songwriting prowess. It is often noted for its personal lyrical themes and marked a notable moment in Townshend's evolution as an artist with a more introspective approach. Released in 1977, 'Rough Mix' was Pete Townshend's first solo project after The Who's peak success. This album followed the band's ambitious rock opera 'Quadrophenia', positioning Townshend as a significant solo artist while still actively collaborating with his bandmates.
Who is Rough Mix for?
Rough Mix works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective moments, raw emotional depth in lyrics and for evening introspection.
How many songs are on Rough Mix?
Rough Mix has 11 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 My Baby Gives It Away Standout 3:59
- 2 Nowhere to Run Standout 3:15
- 3 Rough Mix 3:12
- 4 Annie 2:56
- 5 Keep Me Turning 3:46
- 6 Catmelody 3:13
- 7 Misunderstood Standout 3:01
- 8 April Fool 3:34
- 9 Street in the City 6:08
- 10 Heart to Hang Onto 4:29
- 11 Till the Rivers All Run Dry 3:49
Release Date
September 19, 1977
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
41 min 27 sec
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