TODD RUNDGREN'S UTOPIA - The Ikon (1/4)

UTOPIA 1st SideB

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[knights325]

I think Todd was really in his element at that point in time. He's a born prog rocker. But he's also an artisteeest. He goes his own way, I can respect that. I have always thought he would have taken prog rock to the high heavens after I first listened to Todd R's Utopia, but it was not to be. Todd is an extraordinarily gifted man, and a very decent human being as well. One can only ask that of someone whom they deeply admire.

[ragingriccor9999]

This masterpiece is yet another reason why Todd Rundgren is one of the most dynamic and creative musicians of all time. He should without a doubt be in the Hall of Fame just like Chicago should.

[mystikrhythms61]

@1957thack Kind of fitting that Rush's debut album came out in '74 as well. Both bands went in entirely different directions of course, but I always thought Rush's concept albums of the 70's were similar to Utopia's first two albums. Albeit on the heavier side.

[1957thack]

What a song! So Sick! The band unleashes their Beast within on this one! Their timing and delivery were flawless! Absolute stunning song!

[mystikrhythms61]

@ragingriccor9999 and RUSH as well. TR and Chicago two of my favorite artists since early 70's. (shit, how old am I?). What goes through the minds of the trolls who vote for hall induction is beyond me...

[StewardMann]

I was Extremely Blessed to see this Live Show, in all places, Little Rock, AR; And let me tell you it was BETTER LIVE than on record!!!!! I was totally Blown Away!!! It was right up there with ELP, which I also was Blessed to see in the same Venue, in '74; Utopia was in '75; Todd came back the next year with his HEALING/BORN TO SYNTHESIZE TOUR, with UTOPIA his backing band, and they interspersed some of this material. It was in the Round!!

[blitzebill]

RIP Moogy!

[micktheMaag]

Ikron Ohio, Friday 11-11-11 Cant wait.... akron civic theatre...

[Musicdudeyoutub]

I'm so glad this is on youtube. :)

[MrCherryJuice]

The thing with Todd's music is that he doesn't do it for us to like; he does it for the reason any real artist should, which is to express his own creativity. I've never listened to Utopia because what I heard wasn't my idea of what Todd was about, though having just read the (very excellent) book, 'A Wizzard a True Star - Todd Rundgren in the Studio' it is apparent that at the time, Todd felt Utopia was the more perfect outlet for his creativity. I must say, dated sounds aside. Ikon is cool.