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Hofner Blue Notes

Chris Rea · 2004

50 min · 12 tracks · pop rock · blues rock · soft rock

A reflective journey through bluesy melodies and evocative lyrics, capturing a sense of longing and introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • evocative melodies for introspection
  • journey through longing themes
  • for quiet evenings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer upbeat party atmospheres

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time Chris Rea released 'Hofner Blue Notes' in 2004, he was an established artist with a career spanning over two decades. This album followed his successful 2001 release, 'Dancing Down the Stony Road', showcasing Rea's continued evolution as a songwriter and musician, blending blues influences with personal storytelling.
Stylistic neighbors
Mark Knopfler· John Hiatt· Joe Cocker

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Spy 5:06
  • 2 Expectations 3:59
  • 3 Hofner Blue Notes 2:52
  • 4 Paris in Minneapolis 5:06
  • 5 Sâo Paulo Blue 4:59
  • 6 What Became 4:45
  • 7 Detroit 3:54
  • 8 Goodnight Joe 4:14
  • 9 Take the Mingus Train 4:23
  • 10 Alone 3:39
  • 11 Saudi Blue 4:06
  • 12 Kestrel Avenue 3:27

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