Squawk cover

Squawk

Budgie · 1972

38 min · 9 tracks · hard rock · traditional heavy metal

A gritty blend of hard rock and traditional metal steeped in raw energy and vibrant guitar riffs.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • gritty energy for road trips
  • short bursts of excitement
  • for sing-along moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, soundscapes
  • seek polished studio production

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1972, 'Squawk' was Budgie's second album, following their self-titled debut. At this point, the band was solidifying its presence in the heavy metal scene, building on the momentum gained from their first record.
Stylistic neighbors
Saxon· Judas Priest· Diamond Head

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Whiskey River 3:27
  • 2 Rocking Man 5:25
  • 3 Rolling Home Again 1:47
  • 4 Make Me Happy 2:37
  • 5 Hot as a Docker's Armpit 5:53
  • 6 Drugstore Woman 3:14
  • 7 Bottled 1:57
  • 8 Young Is a World 8:14
  • 9 Stranded 6:17

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