Scorching Beauty
Iron Butterfly · 1975
37 min · 9 tracks · psychedelic rock
A swirling blend of psychedelic rock and haunting melodies that evokes a sense of cosmic exploration and introspective yearning.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hard Miseree — This track features driving rhythms and poignant lyrics reflecting struggles and resilience, capturing the essence of the album's themes.
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High on a Mountain Top — The song's uplifting melody paired with introspective lyrics creates a compelling contrast, making it a standout representation of Iron Butterfly's evolving sound.
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People of the World — With its call for unity and understanding among humanity, this track resonates with the sociopolitical climate of the mid-1970s, marking a significant lyrical shift for the band.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow for focused listening
- expansive soundscapes for exploration
- introspective moments of reflection
- inviting melodies for daydreaming
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer standalone catchy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1975, Scorching Beauty was Iron Butterfly's fifth studio album, following their commercial peak with In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida. The band was navigating lineup changes, which impacted their sound and direction, as they sought to reinvent themselves in the wake of earlier successes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 1975 Overture 4:19
- 2 Hard Miseree 3:42
- 3 High on a Mountain Top 4:02
- 4 Am I Down 5:22
- 5 People of the World 3:23
- 6 Searchin' Circles 4:38
- 7 Pearly Gates 3:25
- 8 Lonely Hearts 3:14
- 9 Before You Go 5:34
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