How did Clutch go from hardcore to funk?
Rob from Bountiful, UT
Good question! Their first discs are pure hardcore with aggressive lyrics and riffs. According to the band, that style of music was not in their hearts and they were looking for something with more melody and meaning. All of their subsequent releases are simply stages of progression that have helped them find the statement and sound that they were looking for.
Their self-titled disc along with Elephant Riders moved them into the stoner rock category. The Jam Room and Pure Rock Fury years showed an increased amount of bluesy funk. Blast Tyrant introduced the organ to the band as they morphed into a bluesy-jam band. The last two albums have a very distinct sound that incorporates blues riffs, funk, jam, metal, jazz, bluegrass, and classic rock.
Haven't listened to Clutch? Purchase these tracks on iTunes to get your feet wet:
Mice and Gods
Burning Beard
The Mob Goes Wild
Pure Rock Fury
Basket of Eggs
8 Times Over Miss October
I Have the Body of John Wilkes Booth
Jormungandr
