Top tracks — play these first
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Watch The North Wind Rise — This track stands out with its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of change and reflection that permeates the album.
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I Wish You Would — A dynamic cover that showcases Hot Tuna's ability to reinterpret classic blues material while infusing it with their unique energy and style.
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Bowlegged Woman, Knock-Kneed Man — This song features engaging call-and-response vocals and lively instrumentation, making it a quintessential representation of the band's playful approach to blues.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and musicianship but lacks a strong cohesive flow throughout.
What we noticed
- Tracks like 'Watch The North Wind Rise' and 'I Wish You Would' showcase extended instrumental sections that emphasize improvisation.
- The tempo varies significantly across the album, with some tracks maintaining a steady groove while others shift to more reflective moments.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove
- laid-back afternoon vibe
- easygoing sing-along moments
- for road trips
Maybe skip if you
- prefer high-energy tracks
- want complex arrangements
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 11, 1976, 'Hoppkorv' is Hot Tuna's fifth studio album, following their self-titled record. At this time, the band was solidifying their identity as a prominent blues act independent from Jefferson Airplane, showcasing their growth in musical style and songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Allman Brothers Band· Jorma Kaukonen· Gov't Mule
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Santa Claus Retreat 4:10
- 2 Watch The North Wind Rise 4:38
- 3 It's So Easy 2:35
- 4 Bowlegged Woman, Knock-Kneed Man 3:06
- 5 Drivin' Around 2:54
- 6 I Wish You Would 3:17
- 7 I Can't Be Satisfied 3:55
- 8 Talking 'Bout You 3:31
- 9 Extrication Love Song 4:18
- 10 Song From The Stainless Cymbal 4:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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