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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —7 tracks · 4:03
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Machinehead by Bush is in C# minor, around 115 BPM, 4/4 time. This 7-track arrangement runs 4:03 (Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), String ensemble 1, Lead 2 (sawtooth), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, an interlude, and an outro. 10 versions available to play and practice.
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E3 – F♯4 · 14 semitones (~1.2 octaves)
About the key of C# minor
C# minor is the 12th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are C♯m, F♯m, and G♯m.
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