Artist: Various Album: Never Turn Your Back On A Friend: 50 Years Later Label: Pale Wizard Genre: Stoner Rock/ Psychedelic Rock/ Hard Rock Release: 2023 Audio codec: Mp3 320 kbps Never Turn Your Back On A Friend, 50 Years Later is a heartfelt tribute to Budgie’s legendary 1973 album, marking its 50th anniversary in style. Released by Pale Wizard Records, this compilation brings together an impressive lineup of artists, each adding their own twist to the classic tracks that made Budgie one of rock’s hidden treasures. Budgie’s influence runs deep, especially in the hard rock and heavy metal world. While many people know Breadfan thanks to Metallica’s cover, the original album has so much more to offer. This tribute goes beyond one song, celebrating the whole album with fresh interpretations from a variety of talented bands. Alunah kicks things off with an atmospheric take on Breadfan, complete with a flute that adds a Jethro Tull-esque charm. Firegarden cranks up the energy on Baby Please Don’t Go, staying true to Budgie’s bluesy intensity. Admiral Sir Cloudesley Shovell takes You Know I’ll Always Love You and injects raw garage-rock grit, making it feel brand new. Budgie always had a flair for quirky song titles, and Regulus keeps that spirit alive with their roaring version of You’re The Biggest Thing Since Powdered Milk. Meanwhile, Syncolima delivers a blistering take on In The Grip Of A Tyrefitter’s Hand, proving that Budgie’s riffs still pack a punch decades later. This tribute is a love letter to Budgie’s legacy, showing how their music continues to inspire musicians today. With its mix of faithful recreations and creative reinventions, Never Turn Your Back On A Friend, 50 Years Later ensures that Budgie’s pioneering sound lives on, reaching both longtime fans and new listeners alike. Track list 01. Alunah - Breadfan 05:29 02. Firegarden - Baby Please Don't Go 05:24 03. Admiral Sir Cloudesley Shovell - You Know I'll Always Love You 03:42 04. Regulus - You're The Biggest Thing Since Powdered Milk 07:25 05. Syncolima - In The Grip Of A Tyrefitter's Hand 06:23 06. Great Electric Quest - Riding My Nightmare 03:38 07. Sergeant Thunderhoof - Parents 10:22 08. La Chinga - Guts (Bonus Track) 04:20 09. Low Voltage - Forearm Smash (Bonus Track) 05:46 10. Solar Sons - Melt The Ice Away (Bonus Track) 03:53