Red Voodoo
Sammy Hagar · 1999
48 min · 11 tracks · hard rock
A vibrant blend of hard rock rhythms and catchy melodies infused with a laid-back California vibe.
Top tracks — play these first
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Mas Tequila Start here — This track stands out for its infectious energy and memorable chorus, perfectly capturing Hagar's playful spirit and connection to tequila culture.
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Lay Your Hand on Me — With its anthemic chorus and powerful guitar riffs, this song exemplifies Hagar's ability to deliver both rock bravado and emotional depth.
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Red Voodoo — The title track encapsulates the album’s themes of mystique and allure, blending rock elements with a rhythmic groove that keeps listeners engaged.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features energetic rock tracks with personal lyrics but lacks strong cohesion and distinctiveness.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo, while the fourth track introduces a slower groove that contrasts with the preceding songs.
- Several tracks feature layered guitar harmonies and prominent solos, particularly in 'Mas Tequila' and 'Lay Your Hand on Me'.
- The lyrics often reflect personal themes and experiences, with a storytelling approach evident in tracks like 'Sympathy for the Human'.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- upbeat grooves for celebration
- dynamic journey with peaks
- inviting sing-along choruses
- for summer road trips
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, contemplative music
- seek standalone single tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Features hit single 'Mas Tequila', solidifying Hagar's status in rock music.
- Themes
- tequila culture· California rock scene· mystical allure
- Career context
- By the time 'Red Voodoo' was released in 1999, Sammy Hagar had established himself as a successful solo artist following his departure from Van Halen. This album came after his commercial peak during the early '90s with hits like 'I Can't Drive 55', marking a return to his roots in rock after experimenting with different sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Lee Roth· Joe Satriani· Van Halen
Tracklist
- 1 Mas Tequila Start here 4:11
- 2 Shag 3:34
- 3 Sympathy for the Human 4:48
- 4 Red Voodoo 3:49
- 5 Lay Your Hand on Me 4:09
- 6 High and Dry Again 5:35
- 7 The Revival 3:38
- 8 Don’t Fight It (Feel It) 3:11
- 9 The Love 4:06
- 10 Right on Right 5:22
- 11 Returning of the Wish 5:53
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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