What makes The Bastard by BZN notable?

The Bastard introduced BZN to the Netherlands' music landscape, showcasing their blend of styles that would lead to commercial success. The album's release coincided with a rising interest in rock bands from the Netherlands, helping pave the way for future Dutch artists in the international market. Released in 1971, The Bastard was BZN's debut album, marking their entry into the Dutch music scene. At this time, the band was still establishing its identity, blending various genres that would come to define their unique sound over subsequent releases.

How many songs are on The Bastard?

The Bastard has 10 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

The Bastard

BZN · 1971

36 min · 10 tracks · Palingsound

A fusion of rock, pop, and folk influences that captures the vibrant spirit of early seventies Dutch music.

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Top tracks — play these first

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The Bastard — The title track encapsulates the album's eclectic sound with its catchy melody and engaging lyrics that reflect on societal themes.
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Dizzy Miss Lizzy — This energetic cover showcases BZN's ability to reinterpret classic rock songs while maintaining their distinctive style, drawing listeners into their musical world.
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Second Autumn — With its reflective lyrics and melodic structure, this track highlights the band's songwriting prowess and emotional depth, representing their artistic ambitions.

Tracklist

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

1 The Bastard 5:23
2 Dizzy Miss Lizzy 4:50
3 The Man in the Wood 3:02
4 Delirium 3:23
5 Bad Bad Woman 2:36
6 Second Autumn 6:29
7 She's Back Again 3:24
8 Searching 3:40
9 Rock and Roll Woman 2:45
10 Wilhelmus 0:57

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