Hey Ho
The Guess Who · 1965
25 min · 11 tracks · folk rock · hard rock · jazz fusion
A vibrant blend of folk rock and blues-infused melodies that capture the spirit of mid-60s pop.
Why this album works
'Hey Ho' helped solidify The Guess Who's presence in the Canadian music scene, leading to a greater breakout with subsequent albums. The single 'Hey Ho' gained notable radio play and contributed to the band's growing popularity, paving the way for their later hits throughout the late 1960s.
- Best for
- concise journey feel vibrant sing-along moments light-hearted afternoon energy
- Context
- Released in January 1965, 'Hey Ho' was The Guess Who's second studio album, coming shortly after their debut, 'Shakin' All Over.' At this point, the band was still establishing their sound and identity in the burgeoning rock scene, experimenting with various influences that would later define their career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Céline Dion· Leonard Cohen· Anne Murray· Sarah McLachlan· Bruce Cockburn· Loverboy· Crash Test Dummies· Gordon Lightfoot
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hey Ho Standout 2:11
- 2 I Should Have Realized Standout 2:07
- 3 Hurting Each Other 2:19
- 4 Made in England 3:04
- 5 I'll Keep Comin' Back 1:55
- 6 Stop Teasing Me Standout 2:37
- 7 Could This Be Love 2:11
- 8 Theme From a Music Box 2:15
- 9 Don't Be Scared 2:14
- 10 Inside Out 2:07
- 11 Goodnight Goodnight 2:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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