With a Twist...
Todd Rundgren · 1997
42 min · 11 tracks · hard rock
A vibrant blend of pop and rock with soulful melodies and introspective lyrics that showcase Rundgren's eclectic style.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Saw the Light Start here — This track encapsulates Rundgren's knack for blending catchy melodies with profound lyrical themes, making it a timeless favorite among fans.
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Hello, It's Me — As one of Rundgren's signature songs, its reimagined arrangement showcases his ability to breathe new life into established classics while retaining their emotional core.
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Love Is the Answer — This track stands out for its heartfelt message and soulful delivery, reinforcing Rundgren's reputation as a master of melodic pop songwriting.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Rundgren's reinterpretations blend familiar melodies with fresh arrangements, showcasing his craftsmanship.
What we noticed
- The album features newly arranged versions of Rundgren's classic songs, often altering their original structures and instrumentation.
- Tracks like 'I Saw the Light' and 'Hello, It's Me' are reinterpreted with a more contemporary rock sound while maintaining their melodic essence.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo flow throughout
- melodic intricacies for detail lovers
- reflective moments for quiet contemplation
- sing-along friendly choruses abound
Maybe skip if you
- prefer faster-paced listening experiences
- seek standalone, high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A reimagining of past work that showcases Rundgren's eclectic style without being a major highlight.
- Career context
- With a Twist... is Todd Rundgren's 20th studio album, released in 1997 during a period of creative resurgence. Following the experimental forays of the late '80s and early '90s, this album sees him revisiting and reinterpreting his classic hits with fresh arrangements, marking a return to more commercial sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brian Eno· Roxy Music· David Bowie
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I Want You
The song shifts from longing to urgency as it builds towards a climactic expression of desire, layering vocals that create a sense of immediacy.
By escalating intensity through vocal harmonies, the writing captures the tension between yearning and action, effectively engaging the listener.
Tracklist
- 1 I Saw the Light Start here 3:43
- 2 Influenza 4:21
- 3 Can We Still Be Friends? 3:36
- 4 Mated 4:45
- 5 It Wouldn't Have Made Any Difference 4:20
- 6 Love Is the Answer 3:53
- 7 Fidelity 4:00
- 8 Never Neverland 2:03
- 9 Hello, It's Me 4:29
- 10 I Want You 4:42
- 11 A Dream Goes on Forever 2:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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