Something/Anything? was recorded primarily at Rundgren's home studio in New York during 1972, allowing him complete creative control over the project. Todd Rundgren served as producer, engineer, and performer on the album, playing nearly all instruments himself—a notable achievement that showcased his technical proficiency across multiple instruments. The album was recorded using analog tape technology and features a diverse range of production styles, from lush orchestral arrangements to minimalist rock songs, demonstrating Rundgren's experimental approach to layering and sound design. Released in 1973, Something/Anything? became one of the first successful examples of an artist self-producing and engineering a major-label album with such comprehensive creative autonomy. The album's commercial success and critical acclaim helped establish Rundgren's reputation as both a talented musician and an innovative studio technician.
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Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab — MFSL 2-225
The MFSL half-speed mastered 2LP is widely regarded on SHF as the definitive vinyl pressing of Something/Anything?, praised for its warmth, dynamics, and fidelity to the original analog tapes.
Bearsville Records — 2 BX 2066
Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab — UDCD 2-591
Analog Spark — AS00044
Rhino — R2 71107 · Rhino — R2DD 71107
Rhino — RHI 71107
Rhino — 0603497884179
Bearsville Records — VDP-9023~4
Edsel Records — EDSD 2122
Essential! Records — ESDLP007
Essential! Records — ESDCD007/2
Essential! Records — ESD CD 672