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Todd

Todd Rundgren · 1974

66 min · 17 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · progressive rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of rock, pop, and experimental sounds that defy conventional genre boundaries.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • kaleidoscopic sound explorations
  • engaging two-halves listening experience
  • playful twists and turns
  • thought-provoking lyrical content

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1974, 'Todd' was Todd Rundgren's fifth studio album, following the commercial success of 'Something/Anything?' in 1972. This record marked a significant shift as Rundgren took on full control of production, reflecting his artistic ambition to explore complex themes and diverse musical styles.
Stylistic neighbors
Brian Eno· Roxy Music· David Bowie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 How About a Little Fanfare? 1:03
  • 2 I Think You Know 3:04
  • 3 The Spark of Life 6:23
  • 4 An Elpee's Worth of Toons 2:09
  • 5 A Dream Goes On Forever 2:21
  • 6 Lord Chancellor's Nightmare Song 3:32
  • 7 Drunken Blue Rooster 3:00
  • 8 The Last Ride 4:48
  • 9 Everybody's Going To Heaven / King Kong Reggae 6:38
  • 10 Number 1 Lowest Common Denominator 5:12
  • 11 Useless Begging 3:40
  • 12 Sidewalk Cafe 2:15
  • 13 Izzat Love? 1:55
  • 14 Heavy Metal Kids 4:16
  • 15 In and Out the Chakras We Go 5:47
  • 16 Don't You Ever Learn? 6:06
  • 17 Sons of 1984 4:33

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