Drinking from the Sun, Walking Under Stars Restrung cover

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Drinking from the Sun, Walking Under Stars Restrung

Hilltop Hoods · 2016

71 min · 19 tracks · Australian hip-hop

A symphonic reimagining of hip-hop tracks, blending orchestral arrangements with Hilltop Hoods' dynamic rap delivery.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic orchestral reimaginings elevate tracks
  • wave-like pacing encourages deep engagement
  • symphonic arrangements for reflective moments
  • intimate listening for emotional resonance
  • reprises create a cohesive journey

Maybe skip if you want

  • dislike orchestral instrumentation
  • prefer straightforward single tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2016, Hilltop Hoods had solidified their status in Australian hip-hop, releasing 'Drinking from the Sun, Walking Under Stars Restrung' as a follow-up to their acclaimed album 'Walking Under Stars'. This album showcased their artistic range and ambition, transforming earlier hits into orchestral versions while expanding their audience.
Stylistic neighbors
Funkoars· Bliss n Eso· Urthboy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Thirst Pt. 6 2:58
  • 2 Drinking From the Sun Restrung 3:11
  • 3 Higher 4:29
  • 4 I Love It Restrung 3:43
  • 5 Live & Let Go Restrung 5:22
  • 6 Through the Dark (reprise) 0:54
  • 7 Won't Let You Down Restrung 4:25
  • 8 Speaking in Tongues Restrung 4:03
  • 9 Cosby Sweater Restrung 3:46
  • 10 1955 3:59
  • 11 Walking Under Stars Restrung 3:44
  • 12 Drinking From the Sun (reprise) 0:56
  • 13 Lights Out Restrung 3:31
  • 14 Rattling the Keys to the Kingdom Restrung 4:01
  • 15 Through the Dark Restrung 4:39
  • 16 Shredding the Balloon Restrung 5:01
  • 17 I'm a Ghost Restrung 4:27
  • 18 The Thirst Pt. 7 3:23
  • 19 Higher (Jayteehazard remix) 4:42

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