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On Ball, Iron Butterfly began to expand their sound, attempting to write more concisely. On Metamorphosis, the group continued their musical explorations, adding a layered production to their sound. However, only keyboardist/vocalist Doug Ingle was enthusiastic about the band's new musical direction and most of the group refused to participate in the recording of the album, claiming it strayed too far from Iron Butterfly's signature sound. The truth of the matter is the rest of the band was right -- under Ingle's direction, the group tries stylistic diversions that they do not have the ability to accomplish, including funk and acoustic ballads. Nevertheless, this ambition makes for an interesting listen, since Iron Butterfly's albums can be weighed down by their relentless heaviness. Despite a handful of strong tracks -- particularly the single "Easy Rider (Let the Wind Pay the Way)" -- most of the album doesn't hold up on repeated plays. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine
On Ball, Iron Butterfly began to expand its sound, attempting to write more concisely. On Metamorphosis, the group continued its musical explorations, adding a layered production to its sound. This ambition, highlighted by a handful of strong tracks, particularly the single "Easy Rider (Let the Wind Pay the Way)," makes for an interesting listen, since Iron Butterfly's albums can be weighed down by their relentless heaviness. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine
Japanese pressing features a total of 9 tracks packaged in a miniature LP sleeve. Atlantic. 2006.
All songs written or co-written by Iron Butterfly.
Recorded at American Recording Company, Studio City, California. Originally released on Atco (33-339). Includes liner notes by Barry Alfonso.
Iron Butterfly: Mike Pinera (vocals, guitar), Doug Ingle (vocals, organ), Bill Cooper (12-string guitar), El Rhino (guitar), Richard Podolor (sitar, 12-string guitar), Lee Dorman (bass), Ron Bushy (drums).
Rolling Stone (10/29/70, p.46) - "...about as subtle as a club, with orgasmic vocals falling into roars and grunts, and a rhythmic emphasis that's like a punch in the nose..." Iron Butterfly Metamorphosis Songs | 1. | Free Flight | |
| 2. | New Day | |
| 3. | Shady Lady | |
| 4. | Best Years of Our Life | |
| 5. | Slower Than Guns | |
| 6. | Stone Believer | |
| 7. | Soldier in Our Town  | |
| 8. | Easy Rider (Let the Wind Pay the Way) | |
| 9. | Butterfly Bleu | |
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