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Todd Rundgren – Runt: The Ballad Of Todd Rundgren (LP Vinyl)

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Est. 1974, Curated by Heads
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Released just months after his debut as Runt, this 1971 sophomore effort captured Rundgren at a pivotal moment, still hungry and refining his craft before the studio ambition of *Something/Anything?* would cement his reputation as one of rock's most self-sufficient auteurs. For collectors, this Rhino Reserve pressing brings that formative chapter back to vinyl with the care it deserves.

Todd Rundgren’s Runt: The Ballad of Todd Rundgren builds on his early songwriting strengths with a stronger focus on melodic pop craftsmanship and introspective balladry. Released in 1971, the album blends soft rock, soul influences, and baroque pop textures, showcasing Rundgren’s ability to shift effortlessly between tender emotion and playful experimentation.

The record features some of his most enduring early songs, balancing lush arrangements with stripped-down, intimate moments that highlight his vocal clarity and melodic instincts. While more cohesive and confident than his debut, it still carries a sense of exploration, hinting at the ambitious studio experiments that would soon define his career.

Runt: The Ballad of Todd Rundgren stands as a key early statement from an artist quickly evolving into one of rock’s most inventive figures.

UPC: 081227802615
Label: Rhino
Release Date: 10.30.26
Format: LP Vinyl