The Ever Popular Tortured Artist Effect
Todd Rundgren · 1982
35 min · 9 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · progressive rock
A playful exploration of pop and rock, balancing tongue-in-cheek humor with heartfelt melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful sing-along moments
- light-hearted lyrical exploration
- quick bursts of humor
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer intense emotional depth
- seek lengthy, sprawling albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on December 30, 1982, 'The Ever Popular Tortured Artist Effect' was Todd Rundgren's follow-up to his ambitious album 'Healing.' At this point in his career, Rundgren was transitioning from the experimental sounds of the late '70s into a more accessible pop-rock style while maintaining his unique artistic flair. This album reflects both his commercial appeal and his willingness to experiment with new ideas.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brian Eno· Roxy Music· David Bowie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hideaway 5:01
- 2 Influenza 4:31
- 3 Don’t Hurt Yourself 3:45
- 4 There Goes Your Baybay 3:54
- 5 Tin Soldier 3:13
- 6 Emperor of the Highway 1:41
- 7 Bang the Drum All Day 3:38
- 8 Drive 5:29
- 9 Chant 4:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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