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Squawk (album)

by Budgie

Released: September 01, 1972

Heavy metal

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Debut Album.

The Album

It is Budgie's second studio album, following their self-titled debut album. "Squawk" is significant for representing the transitionary phase in Budgie's musical evolution, with vigorous compositions that would go on to influence many hard rock and heavy metal bands in the coming decades. "Squawk" is an album by the Welsh hard rock band Budgie, released in September 1972.

Inside the Recording

Produced by Rockfield Studios, this record marked the band's continued progression into the heavy metal genre.

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The album features 8 songs spanning almost 40…

The album features 8 songs spanning almost 40 minutes, providing a hard-hitting dose of rock complemented by the band's signature lyrical commentary on societal issues.

Notable tracks like "Hot as a Docker's Armpit"…

Notable tracks like "Hot as a Docker's Armpit" and "Drugstore Woman" showcase the band's combination of heavy riffing and thoughtful lyricism.

The instrumental number "Rocking Man" also received appreciation…

The instrumental number "Rocking Man" also received appreciation for its intricate guitar work.

The cover art for "Squawk" was designed by…

The cover art for "Squawk" was designed by artist Roger Dean, renowned for his work with bands like Yes and Asia.

The surrealistic bird imagery aligns with the album's…

The surrealistic bird imagery aligns with the album's overall theme.

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The Complete Album Story

"Squawk" is an album by the Welsh hard rock band Budgie, released in September 1972. It is Budgie's second studio album, following their self-titled debut album. Produced by Rockfield Studios, this record marked the band's continued progression into the heavy metal genre.

The album features 8 songs spanning almost 40 minutes, providing a hard-hitting dose of rock complemented by the band's signature lyrical commentary on societal issues. Notable tracks like "Hot as a Docker's Armpit" and "Drugstore Woman" showcase the band's combination of heavy riffing and thoughtful lyricism. The instrumental number "Rocking Man" also received appreciation for its intricate guitar work.

The cover art for "Squawk" was designed by artist Roger Dean, renowned for his work with bands like Yes and Asia. The surrealistic bird imagery aligns with the album's overall theme.

"Squawk" is significant for representing the transitionary phase in Budgie's musical evolution, with vigorous compositions that would go on to influence many hard rock and heavy metal bands in the coming decades.