Something/Anything?
Todd Rundgren · 1972
89 min · 25 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · progressive rock
A vibrant tapestry of pop and rock, blending heartfelt lyrics with innovative studio experimentation.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- Released on February 1, 1972, 'Something/Anything?' was Todd Rundgren's third studio album, following his breakthrough with 'Runt' and 'The Ballad of Todd Rundgren.' At this point in his career, Rundgren was establishing himself as a multi-talented artist and producer, showcasing his ability to blend genres while experimenting with production techniques.
- If you like
- hard rock, pop rock, progressive rock
Something/Anything? is an album by Todd Rundgren, released in 1972. A vibrant tapestry of pop and rock, blending heartfelt lyrics with innovative studio experimentation. 'Something/Anything?' is significant for its critical acclaim and commercial success, reaching No. 29 on the Billboard 200 and featuring the hit single 'Hello It's Me,' which became a staple of '70s soft rock. The album is noted for its ambitious dual-disc format and has influenced countless artists across multiple genres, solidifying Rundgren's reputation as a pioneer in studio artistry. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Something/Anything? sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of pop and rock, blending heartfelt lyrics with innovative studio experimentation. Rooted in hard rock and pop rock.
What makes Something/Anything? by Todd Rundgren notable?
'Something/Anything?' is significant for its critical acclaim and commercial success, reaching No. 29 on the Billboard 200 and featuring the hit single 'Hello It's Me,' which became a staple of '70s soft rock. The album is noted for its ambitious dual-disc format and has influenced countless artists across multiple genres, solidifying Rundgren's reputation as a pioneer in studio artistry. Released on February 1, 1972, 'Something/Anything?' was Todd Rundgren's third studio album, following his breakthrough with 'Runt' and 'The Ballad of Todd Rundgren.' At this point in his career, Rundgren was establishing himself as a multi-talented artist and producer, showcasing his ability to blend genres while experimenting with production techniques.
Who is Something/Anything? for?
Something/Anything? works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and layered, dense sonic textures.
How many songs are on Something/Anything??
Something/Anything? has 25 tracks, running approximately 89 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 I Saw the Light Standout 2:59
- 2 It Wouldn’t Have Made Any Difference Standout 3:51
- 3 Wolfman Jack 2:55
- 4 Cold Morning Light 3:35
- 5 It Takes Two to Tango (This Is for the Girls) 2:43
- 6 Sweeter Memories 3:32
- 7 Intro 1:10
- 8 Breathless 3:15
- 9 The Night the Carousel Burnt Down 4:32
- 10 Saving Grace 4:11
- 11 Marlene 3:55
- 12 Song of the Viking 2:37
- 13 I Went to the Mirror 4:06
Disc 2
- 1 Black Maria 5:18
- 2 One More Day (No Word) 3:44
- 3 Couldn’t I Just Tell You 3:36
- 4 Torch Song 2:51
- 5 Little Red Lights 4:51
- 6 Overture: My Roots: Money (That’s What I Want) / Messin’ With the Kid 2:30
- 7 Dust in the Wind 3:46
- 8 Piss Aaron 3:28
- 9 Hello It’s Me Standout 4:41
- 10 Some Folks Is Even Whiter Than Me 3:57
- 11 You Left Me Sore 3:43
- 12 Slut 3:35
Release Date
February 1, 1972
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
89 min 21 sec
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