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A Hard Road

John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers · 1967

37 min · 14 tracks · blues rock

A vibrant blend of blues rock, showcasing virtuosic guitar and soulful vocals that evoke deep emotional resonance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, engaging listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • introspective late-night vibes
  • steady, consistent energy levels

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1967, 'A Hard Road' was John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers' third studio album and marked a transitional phase after the departure of Eric Clapton. At this point, Mayall was solidifying his role as a key figure in British blues, having previously released the acclaimed 'Blues Breakers with Eric Clapton'. This album features new guitarist Peter Green, who would go on to influence the genre significantly.
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Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 A Hard Road 3:13
  • 2 It’s Over 2:51
  • 3 You Don’t Love Me 2:50
  • 4 The Stumble 2:54
  • 5 Another Kinda Love 3:06
  • 6 Hit the Highway 2:17
  • 7 Leaping Christine 2:23
  • 8 Dust My Blues 2:51
  • 9 There’s Always Work 1:37
  • 10 The Same Way 2:11
  • 11 The Super‐Natural 2:57
  • 12 Top of the Hill 2:40
  • 13 Someday After a While (You’ll Be Sorry) 3:01
  • 14 Living Alone 2:25

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