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Power Supply

by Budgie

Released: October 10, 1980

Heavy metal

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Genre Shift.

The Album

This album marked a significant transition for the band, as it was their first release without original guitarist Tony Bourge, who had departed after the 1978 album Impeckable. Fans appreciated the band's continued commitment to their signature sound despite lineup changes. Overall, Power Supply is considered an important entry in Budgie's discography, representing their adaptability and resilience in the face of lineup changes.

Inside the Recording

With Bourge's exit, Budgie brought in guitarist and producer, who contributed to the new sound of the album.

Stories and details

Interesting Facts

"Power Supply" is the eighth studio album by…

"Power Supply" is the eighth studio album by Welsh heavy metal band Budgie, released in October 1980 on Active Records, a sublabel of RCA Records.

Power Supply features a mix of heavy metal…

Power Supply features a mix of heavy metal and hard rock, characteristic of Budgie's style, but also reflects some evolution in their sound.

The album includes notable tracks that showcase the…

The album includes notable tracks that showcase the band's energetic style, with powerful vocals and driving instrumentals.

Each song maintains the heavy metal edge that…

Each song maintains the heavy metal edge that Budgie is known for, blending catchy melodies with robust riffs.

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Reception

While Power Supply did not achieve the same level of commercial success as some of their earlier work, it still garnered attention within the heavy metal community.

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The Complete Album Story

"Power Supply" is the eighth studio album by Welsh heavy metal band Budgie, released in October 1980 on Active Records, a sublabel of RCA Records. This album marked a significant transition for the band, as it was their first release without original guitarist Tony Bourge, who had departed after the 1978 album Impeckable.

With Bourge's exit, Budgie brought in guitarist and producer, who contributed to the new sound of the album. Power Supply features a mix of heavy metal and hard rock, characteristic of Budgie's style, but also reflects some evolution in their sound.

While Power Supply did not achieve the same level of commercial success as some of their earlier work, it still garnered attention within the heavy metal community. Fans appreciated the band's continued commitment to their signature sound despite lineup changes.

The album includes notable tracks that showcase the band's energetic style, with powerful vocals and driving instrumentals. Each song maintains the heavy metal edge that Budgie is known for, blending catchy melodies with robust riffs.

Overall, Power Supply is considered an important entry in Budgie's discography, representing their adaptability and resilience in the face of lineup changes.