The Bastard
BZN · 1971
36 min · 10 tracks · Palingsound
A vibrant blend of rock and folk influences with catchy melodies and introspective lyrics.
The Bastard is an album by BZN, released in 1971. A vibrant blend of rock and folk influences with catchy melodies and introspective lyrics. This album is significant for introducing BZN’s unique style to a wider audience, leading to their eventual commercial success in the Netherlands. It helped lay the groundwork for their future hits, as they would go on to dominate the Dutch charts throughout the 1970s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Bastard sound like?
A vibrant blend of rock and folk influences with catchy melodies and introspective lyrics. Rooted in Palingsound.
What makes The Bastard by BZN notable?
This album is significant for introducing BZN’s unique style to a wider audience, leading to their eventual commercial success in the Netherlands. It helped lay the groundwork for their future hits, as they would go on to dominate the Dutch charts throughout the 1970s. Released in 1971, 'The Bastard' was BZN's debut album, marking their entry into the Dutch music scene. At this point, the band was still establishing their identity within the palingsound genre, which blends traditional Dutch music with contemporary rock elements.
How many songs are on The Bastard?
The Bastard has 10 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Bastard Standout 5:23
- 2 Dizzy Miss Lizzy Standout 4:50
- 3 The Man in the Wood 3:02
- 4 Delirium 3:23
- 5 Bad Bad Woman 2:36
- 6 Second Autumn Standout 6:29
- 7 She's Back Again 3:24
- 8 Searching 3:40
- 9 Rock and Roll Woman 2:45
- 10 Wilhelmus 0:57
Release Date
January 1, 1971
Artist Origin
Netherlands
Runtime
36 min 29 sec
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