After a long period of experimentation with multimedia technology and late 20th century musical genres, rundgren seemed to once again embrace the eclectic pop sensibilities that made him famous, as on his most wellknown album, somethinganything as a result, the album. Can we still be friends is a song written and originally performed by todd rundgren. Listen free to todd rundgren can we still be friends. As always with rundgren, the best tunes on the set are the mellower, quieter ones. It was his first album to be written and recorded entirely by rundgren alone, though large portions of earlier albums also had been recorded alone such as the first three sides of the doublelp somethinganything. Hermit of mink hollow is todd rundgren s eighth solo album, released in 1978. Todd rundgren is a crossover prog progressive rock artist from united states.
Todd rundgren hermit of mink hollow releases discogs. Check out hermit of mink hollow by todd rundgren on amazon music. Hermit of mink hollow is todd rundgrens eighth solo album, released in 1978. While there are some concessions to modernity the synthesizers that thicken a few phil spectorlike productions, a lavish use of the shivery suspended chords rundgren s always loved. Rundgren was a pop music footnote to me until recently, when i picked up its alive, the new cars cd he fronted in 06. While many think that the hermit referred to in the title is todd, it actually originated and refers to the character and events from a local legend centered on mink hill road in lake hill, ny. Todd is the fifth album and second double album by american musician todd rundgren, released in february 1974 on bearsville records. Hermit of mink hollow is a studio album by todd rundgren released in 1978. Find the latest tracks, albums, and images from todd rundgren. Todd rundgren s bestknown songs the carole king pastiche i saw the light, the ballads hello, its me and can we still be friends, and the goofy novelty bang on the drum all day suggest that he is a talented pop craftsman, but nothing m. Todd rundgren may be known as an overindulgent pop singer and producer but hes also got a fantastic talent for a good little pop song, and his 70s albums are littered with gems that often get lost amidst the shuffle of more overblown numbers. Todd rundgren hermit of mink hollow 1978, red, vinyl. But just in case youre only now becoming aware of rundgren in a serious way, congratulations on your good fortune. Todd rundgren hermit of mink hollow lyrics and tracklist.
White knight is the 25th solo studio album by american singersongwriter todd rundgren. The ballad of todd rundgren 1971, somethinganything. Todd rundgren hermit of mink hollow lp rock 829421698104. Hermit of mink hollow promo copies have identical labels and covers, but with a sticker reading warner bros. It was his first album to be written and recorded entirely by rundgren alone, though large portions of earlier albums. Hermit of mink hollow bearsville, 1978 this is the most accessible and focused example of rundgren the songwriter and auteur. Todd rundgren hermit of mink hollow on collectors choice music.
The day is done, the blinds are drawn the sound of afternoon is gone the corner store has locked its door and everyone has left for home when their sleepy little heads. Todd rundgren hurting for you lyrics below hq youtube. Studio album 26 compilation 1 live 3 an evening with todd rundgren live at the ridgefield. It was his first album to be written and recorded entirely by. H ermit of mink hollow is rundgrens first diy album since the landmark somethinganything. Hermit of mink hollow is a music studio album recording by todd rundgren crossover progprogressive rock released in 1978 on cd, lp vinyl andor cassette. Features song lyrics for todd rundgren s hermit of mink hollow album. Com largest music collection, millions of tracks, fresh music and much more. Todd rundgren hermit of mink hollow 1978, gloversville. The first, disco jets, was a tongueincheek collection of instrumental disco tracks left unreleased until 2001. Rundgren was not aware of the connections until way after the fact. Liars is the eighteenth album from todd rundgren, released in 2004.
Height todd rundgren sometimes we have questions about. There is no freedom we are not free we all reach the boundary eventually time erases all weve made we are judged by what we leave others turn their backs but as for us. Todd rundgren hermit of mink hollow deluxe edition todd s sequence by mojorisen74. Rundgren continued to produce solo material, notably faithful 1976 featuring one side of originals and one side of covers from 1966, hermit of mink hollow 1978, healing 1981, the ever popular tortured artist effect 1983 and the aptly named a cappella 1985. Hermit of mink hollow by todd rundgren on amazon music. Todd rundgren a dream goes on forever by lesleykrouse. Hermit of mink hollow catalog number is brk6981 on spine of jacket, but brkr6981 on disc label. Hello, its me ive thought about us for a long, long time maybe i think too much but somethings wrong. It produced one of his most popular songs, can we still be. Todd rundgren released his version on his 1978 album hermit of mink hollow.
Hermit of mink hollow is todd rundgrens eighth album and the first that he was able to write and record entirely by himself. The lake hill complex on mink hollow road remained rundgren s base for the next six years. Well, that special cover encases one of todd rundgrens most brilliant works. All of the instruments and vocals were performed solely by rundgren. Hermit of mink hollow is his eight studio album, but he has released several albums after this as a solo artist, but with other bands and artists. Chapman, when he was apprehended, was wearing a promotional tshirt for hermit of mink hollow and had left a copy of runt. Provided to youtube by rhino too far gone 2015 remaster todd rundgren hermit of mink hollow. Todd rundgren and the liars live at the performing arts center in albany, n. Why dont you write your mother why dont you call your family theyre expecting an answer spare them your strange behavior what of your expectations werent you. Todd rundgren 70s collection offers 117 tracks digitally remastered in 96 khz, 24bit. Malone she spends another quiet evening alone sits in her study and stares at the phone and a bell. Brk6981 is the catalog number for the black vinyl version. Have gun, will travel solo tour 2003 beatles medley by eddiegworld.
Todd rundgren the complete bearsville albums collection. Watch the video for too far gone from todd rundgren s hermit of mink hollow for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. Hermit of mink hollow is todd rundgren s eighth album and the first that he was able to write and record entirely by himself. He intended the songs on the album to be performed on piano with minimal arrangements, apart from the bass, drums and voices, and for the material to showcase his newly refined singing ability. Hermit of mink hollow by rundgren, todd album cover. Download todd rundgren mp3 songs and albums music downloads. Todd rundgren hermit of mink hollow 1978, jacksonville. Todd rundgren lyrics, songs and albums lyricsfreak. Provided to youtube by rhino all the children sing 2015 remaster todd rundgren hermit of mink hollow.
Todd rundgrens songs stream online music songs listen. Between faithful and hermit of mink hollow, he also recorded three albums with his band utopia. Hermit of mink hollow, an album by todd rundgren on spotify. It also feels less brilliant, even if it is, in many ways, nearly as excellent as rundgren s masterwork, mainly because it doesnt have such a wide scope.
Yesterday i just saw the one you left behind, yesterday i could tell that he was hurting for you sad, but he cant deny it there was nothing else. Todd rundgren hermit of mink hollow album track listing. It was his first album to have no other musicians credited, though large portions of earlier albums also had been recorded alone. This was the only hit single on the album, reaching on the billboard hot 100. Todd rundgren, hermit of mink hollow in highresolution. Todd rungren hermit of mink hollow 1978 wb sealed a41 8. Todd rundgren download high quality complete mp3 albums. Jul 20, 2017 hermit of mink hollow is his eight studio album, but he has released several albums after this as a solo artist, but with other bands and artists. Todd rundgrens utopia just one victory by rundgrenfan. The album was released on may 12, 2017, by cleopatra records critical reception. Todd rundgren hermit of mink hollow full album youtube. Listen free to todd rundgren hermit of mink hollow all the children sing, can we still be friends and more. Sleeping at night in a plaster board box scratching the earth with the nails on my fingers and the ground pukes up rocks and rocks and more rocks and when the seeds finally. Release group hermit of mink hollow by todd rundgren.
A beautifully personal statement from the young todd rundgren a set of focused, wellwritten tunes that point towards his pop genius to come, but also expose a few of his more ambitious modes as well. Hermit of mink hollow is the eighth album by american musician todd rundgren, released may 1978 on bearsville records. The todd rundgren connection is brought to you by roger d. Its a good record, again with todd taking pains to make sure its not a great one by dividing the album into an easy side and a difficult side. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at. Todd rundgren an eclectically accomplished musician and studio virtuoso, todd rundgren has been recording for more than three decades. Todd rundgrens utopia love is the answer by rundgrenfan. Six years displaced in time, here is the followup to somethinganything. By using our website and our services, you agree to our use of cooki. Still, the reason the hermit of mink hollow is such a milestone in rundgren s career is because its a small album, filled with details, and easily the most emotional record he made.
Listen to hermit of mink hollow todd rundgren online. Aug 26, 2014 nearly human todd rundgrens 80s masterpiece. Hermit of mink hollow release group by todd rundgren. The title of todd rundgren s 1973 solo album aptly sums up the contributions of this multifaceted artist to stateoftheart music. Todd rundgren the complete bearsville albums collection cd boxset 2016. Rundgren recorded this album while living in a house on mink hollow road. Todd rundgren s unalloyed pop craft motivates every moment of hermit of mink hollow. After a breakup with his girlfriend bebe buell, rundgren left nyc and holed up in woodstock, letting his introspection lead the way to deeply affecting songs like lucky guy, determination, you cried wolf and the hit. Todd rundgren lyrics 319 song lyrics sorted by album, including i saw the light, hello, its me. It is the followup to the previous years a wizard, a true star and features a comparatively heavier reliance on guitar playing and synthesizers.
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