Scooped
Pete Townshend · 1995
122 min · 35 tracks · rock music
A collage of unreleased gems and reimagined classics, blending rock with Townshend's introspective flair.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks suitable for reflective listening varied track lengths for exploration
- Context
- By 1995, Pete Townshend was navigating a solo career that followed his significant work with The Who, including the release of 'Psychoderelict' in 1993. 'Scooped' serves as a collection of demos and alternate takes, reflecting his ongoing artistic exploration while recontextualizing his past hits.
- If you like
- rock music
Scooped is an album by Pete Townshend, released in 1995. A collage of unreleased gems and reimagined classics, blending rock with Townshend's introspective flair. This album is notable for its candid look at Townshend's songwriting process, showcasing how foundational tracks like 'Pinball Wizard' were crafted. Additionally, 'Scooped' received critical attention for its unique blend of previously unreleased material and alternative versions of recognizable songs, resonating particularly with dedicated fans and collectors. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Scooped sound like?
A collage of unreleased gems and reimagined classics, blending rock with Townshend's introspective flair. Rooted in rock music.
What makes Scooped by Pete Townshend notable?
This album is notable for its candid look at Townshend's songwriting process, showcasing how foundational tracks like 'Pinball Wizard' were crafted. Additionally, 'Scooped' received critical attention for its unique blend of previously unreleased material and alternative versions of recognizable songs, resonating particularly with dedicated fans and collectors. By 1995, Pete Townshend was navigating a solo career that followed his significant work with The Who, including the release of 'Psychoderelict' in 1993. 'Scooped' serves as a collection of demos and alternate takes, reflecting his ongoing artistic exploration while recontextualizing his past hits.
Who is Scooped for?
Scooped works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, suitable for reflective listening and varied track lengths for exploration.
How many songs are on Scooped?
Scooped has 35 tracks, running approximately 122 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Recorders 1:19
- 2 Pinball Wizard Standout 2:55
- 3 Can You See the Real Me Standout 4:18
- 4 Dirty Water 1:03
- 5 Zelda 2:25
- 6 Pictures of Lily 2:51
- 7 Body Language 1:29
- 8 Seige Theme 019 2:09
- 9 971104 Arpeggio Piano 1:37
- 10 Brooklyn Boys 4:48
- 11 Substitute 3:33
- 12 Elephants 2:53
- 13 Eminence Front 6:34
- 14 Batoque Ippanese 2:26
- 15 Magic Bus 4:21
- 16 I Like It the Way It Is 4:38
- 17 Unused Piano 2:34
- 18 Bargain 4:14
- 19 Lonely Words 3:57
Disc 2
- 1 So Sad About Us / Brrr 4:47
- 2 Tough Boys 3:13
- 3 You Better You Bet 5:20
- 4 Mary 3:26
- 5 Begin the Beguine 4:13
- 6 Piano: Tipperary 1:03
- 7 How Can You Do It Alone 6:26
- 8 Football Fugue 3:28
- 9 Behind Blue Eyes Standout 3:30
- 10 Never Ask Me 4:27
- 11 Circles 2:13
- 12 Holly Like Ivy 2:55
- 13 Variations: Dirty Jobs 4:42
- 14 Catsnatch 3:23
- 15 You're So Clever 4:19
- 16 Love Reign O'Er Me 4:58
Release Date
January 1, 1995
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
122 min 45 sec
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