BetterDay7 Posted May 17, 2015 Share Posted May 17, 2015 (edited) Okay, as a relative Newbie I've become quite interested in Buckethead and would like to start buying some of his solo stuff. I haven't a clue where to start! I've read a bit about him, people raving about his playing and thought I'd give him a whirl.Musically, I like... deep breath... David Bowie, Kate Bush, G nR (obvs), Genesis (up to Duke but not much after), Michael Jackson, hip hop, Marvin Gaye, Blur, Led Zepp, AC/DC (Bon Scott era), some ambient stuff, some jazz, quite a lot of classical, esp classical guitar... I know that's a mish mash but any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.Thanks in advance. Edited May 17, 2015 by BetterDay7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Słash Posted May 17, 2015 Share Posted May 17, 2015 All of his stuff is amazing, his music just blows ur mind, try to listen to his songs on youtubeSearch for Welcome to Buckethead Land, Jordan, Nottingham lace, I love my parents, For mom, SoothsayerHe is releasing pikes like every week, it has some amazing musicIf he stayed in GNR he could have a lot of stuff, such a shame Axl doesn't knows how to handle people or well he doesn't even knows how to handle himself 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jakey Styley Posted May 17, 2015 Share Posted May 17, 2015 If you're looking to buy stuff, some of his best albums are Colma, Buckethead Land,Population Override, Crime Slunk Scene, and Giant Robot. Check them out on Youtube first though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maynard Posted May 17, 2015 Share Posted May 17, 2015 I prefer his older regular albums to the Pikes series. Soothsayer is one of the best songs of all time. Buckethead is amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rovim Posted May 17, 2015 Share Posted May 17, 2015 (edited) I prefer his older regular albums to the Pikes series. Soothsayer is one of the best songs of all time. Buckethead is amazing.Agreed. But Maggot Brain is the best song of all time. (instrumental division) I like his recent There Was A Time-like solo though. Highlight part is from 6:00 to the 6:45 mark.Also from 7:28 to 7:45And from the 10:00 minute mark he's just all bluesy greatness. BetterDay7: please follow these instructions closely for maximum effect. Edited May 17, 2015 by Rovim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mendez Posted May 17, 2015 Share Posted May 17, 2015 I like his more chilled out stuff. Coat of Charms (the whole album) Colma (the song Whitewash in particularly) Electric Tears Final Bend of the Labyrinth (the whole thing) Infiniti Hill (more alternative rock influenced than chilled) Monument Valley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewbacca Posted May 17, 2015 Share Posted May 17, 2015 Oh, boy, so much shit to post. Hopefully I'll remember most of them.Let's see...King JamesNottingham LaceLotus IslandGoblin SharkPassagewaysLook up thereGolden eyesRising SunSoothsayerSail On SoothsayerPadmasanaDawn AppearsCrack The SkyJordanInfernoAsylum Of GlassFirebirdMacheteGlow WormDissectoHold Me ForeverFlareNorthern Lights.Those are some of my favorites, but like I said, he has TOO much stuff out, so... it's hard to remember 'em all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon Comstock Posted May 17, 2015 Share Posted May 17, 2015 Regular albums to check out:Population Override - specific songs: Too Many Humans, Earth Heals HerselfThe Elephant Man's Alarm Clock - specific songs: Final Wars, GiganCaptain EO's Voyage (impossible to find on CD, but a great album anyway) - specific songs: The Siphoning Sequence, Dancing the DreamShadows Between the Sky (same as above) - specific songs: Sled Ride, Cookies For Santa, Shadows Between The SkyCrime Slunk Scene - specific songs: Soothsayer, King James, Electronic Slight of HandCheck out the album by Giant Robot (Buckethead/Brain) called "Siren 19", it's unreleased but you can download it here: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/fa9svhptkto6w6s/AACxJtrMre_duwjnGpCtKiBha?dl=0%3Fdl%3D1As for Pikes, I'd say start with:Racks (A good mini-album, shorter songs and good variety)Northern Lights (Imagine 'Soothsayer' on steroids followed by an almost Slash-like 14-min solo called 'Flare')Infinity of the Spheres (I guess you'd call this album Bluesy? Starts out really chill then sorta kicks into gear halfway through the first song)Leave The Light On (Shred awesomeness)City of Ferris Wheels (Funk, lasers, chill melodies)Shaded Ray (I love the tone of the title track) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BangoSkank Posted May 17, 2015 Share Posted May 17, 2015 (edited) Lots, lots, lots to choose from. I suggest starting with these to give you a good idea of his varying styles:Giant Robot - Good general introduction to the Buckethead world. Has a lot of his quirky and trippy stuff.Colma - Great collection of slower songs, some of his most beautiful ballads.Population Override - Buckethead's blues albumCuckoo Clocks of Hell - Over the top and insane death metalSpinal Clock - Buckethead on banjo.There are tons more, but these are key samples in all of the areas he plays in. Edited May 17, 2015 by BangoSkank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BetterDay7 Posted May 17, 2015 Author Share Posted May 17, 2015 That's awesome! Cheers for the help. Definitely prefer to buy cds. Might start with Colma but will check out stuff on youtube too. Interesting refs to Captain EO and also Dancing the Dream - both titles linked to Michael Jackson... Thanks. I will report back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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rocknroll41 Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 (edited) my top 20 from him (in chronological order, I think):Welcome to BucketheadlandBinge & GrabBig Sur MoonWhitewashFor MomTwice with the SledgeInterworld & the New Innocence The Ballad of BucketheadShadows Beneath the SkyFairy & the DevilSoothsayerWe Are OneJordanLast LightFractal ShadowsThe Homing BeaconThe Shores of MolokaiGhost CoopHold Me ForeverOur Selvesbut that's just barely scratching the surface. he has so much good material out there Edited May 18, 2015 by rocknroll41 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewbacca Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 Leave The Light On Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gackt Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 (edited) http://music.bucketheadpikes.com/To get you started; you can stream the entirety of the album on his bandcamp page free, to "test the waters" Edited May 18, 2015 by Gackt 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BetterDay7 Posted May 18, 2015 Author Share Posted May 18, 2015 (edited) Thanks again. Great to see all this Buckethead enthusiasm. Briefly checked out some stuff on YouTube last night but I find on there I just end up going off into all sorts of directions! I decided to just dive in and buy an album and take it from there. I have ordered Colma. Edited May 18, 2015 by BetterDay7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gackt Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 https://youtu.be/Q_qhFaoifgEhttps://youtu.be/a-1zb4TDQwUhttps://youtu.be/gW06lyXfWXc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BetterDay7 Posted May 27, 2015 Author Share Posted May 27, 2015 Colma arrived and I love it. Will move on to other Buckethead stuff as and when also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon Comstock Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 This is one of my favorites even if it's not technically Buckethead album: You should also check out the album A Real Diamond In The Rough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BetterDay7 Posted May 29, 2015 Author Share Posted May 29, 2015 That sounds a bit like Alan Parsons Project... First track anyway. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BetterDay7 Posted August 3, 2015 Author Share Posted August 3, 2015 All of his stuff is amazing, his music just blows ur mind, try to listen to his songs on youtubeSearch for Welcome to Buckethead Land, Jordan, Nottingham lace, I love my parents, For mom, SoothsayerHe is releasing pikes like every week, it has some amazing musicIf he stayed in GNR he could have a lot of stuff, such a shame Axl doesn't knows how to handle people or well he doesn't even knows how to handle himselfI think i am in love with Buckethead now! (And I've still only bought one album - but will order more). For Mom is just beautiful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sixes Posted August 3, 2015 Share Posted August 3, 2015 I always recommend Rainy Days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shjtjustgotreal Posted August 3, 2015 Share Posted August 3, 2015 there's a buckethead pikes playlist on youtube, i have that on everyday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BetterDay7 Posted August 15, 2015 Author Share Posted August 15, 2015 Thanks! Been listening to him on Spotify too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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