What makes Magic Two by Jorma Kaukonen notable?

The album received positive critical reception, highlighting Kaukonen's mastery of guitar and his ability to fuse genres seamlessly. It contributed to a revival of interest in acoustic blues within the psychedelic rock community, influencing both new listeners and artists seeking inspiration from American roots music. Released in 2006, 'Magic Two' is Jorma Kaukonen's first studio album since 2002's 'Blue Country Heart', marking a return to his roots in acoustic blues. At this point in his career, he was exploring deeper connections to traditional folk and blues styles while maintaining the innovative spirit of his earlier work with Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna.

Who is Magic Two for?

Magic Two works well if you're into wistful reflections on life, soothing melodies for solitude and introspective journeys through sound.

How many songs are on Magic Two?

Magic Two has 14 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.

Magic Two

Jorma Kaukonen

60 min · 14 tracks · psychedelic rock

A blend of intricate fingerpicking and soulful vocals that brings the blues into a psychedelic realm.

Spotify Apple Music

YouTube Music YouTube Deezer Bandcamp SoundCloud

Own it: Amazon eBay

Top tracks — play these first

→
Embryonic Journey — This instrumental showcases Kaukonen's virtuosic fingerstyle guitar technique and serves as a signature piece reflecting his unique blend of folk and rock influences.
→
Good Shepherd — A haunting rendition that captures the essence of communal struggle, demonstrating Kaukonen’s ability to infuse personal experience with broader societal themes.
→
Walking Blues — This track vibrantly conveys the classic storytelling tradition of the blues while integrating a modern twist, making it accessible yet deeply rooted.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

wistful reflections on life
soothing melodies for solitude
introspective journeys through sound
steady pacing for relaxed listening
evocative storytelling through guitar

Maybe skip if you

seeking high-energy dance tracks
prefer instant gratification songs

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2006, 'Magic Two' is Jorma Kaukonen's first studio album since 2002's 'Blue Country Heart', marking a return to his roots in acoustic blues. At this point in his career, he was exploring deeper connections to traditional folk and blues styles while maintaining the innovative spirit of his earlier work with Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna.
Stylistic neighbors: John Fahey· Leo Kottke· David Bromberg

Tracklist

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

1 Walking Blues 4:03
2 Whinin' Boy Blues 5:48
3 I'll Be Alright Someday 3:34
4 Embryonic Journey 2:11
5 Broken Highway 4:13
6 Candy Man 3:12
7 Follow the Drinking Gourd 3:26
8 Rock Me Baby 4:29
9 Another Man Gone Down 4:43
10 Roads and Roads & 5:08
11 Good Shepherd 4:23
12 Police Dog Blues 4:03
13 Come Back Baby 5:24
14 Man's Fate 6:12

What to play next

Listen next

Unreleased

Go back to

Christmas

Full Jorma Kaukonen discography Artists like Jorma Kaukonen

psychedelic rock

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata