Road Dogs cover

Road Dogs

John Mayall · 2005

70 min · 15 tracks · blues rock · electric blues · British blues

A vibrant blend of classic blues with modern storytelling, rich instrumentation, and soulful melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • rich storytelling throughout
  • soulful melodies for reflection
  • ideal for road trips
  • consistent energy with depth

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Road Dogs' was released in 2005, John Mayall was in an established phase of his career, having already influenced generations of blues musicians. This album marked a continuation of his prolific output following the critically acclaimed 'Along for the Ride' (2001), showcasing his enduring ability to evolve while staying true to his roots.
Stylistic neighbors
Eric Clapton· Peter Green· Gary Moore

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Road Dogs 6:03
  • 2 Short Wave Radio 5:05
  • 3 So Glad 4:05
  • 4 Forty Days 4:06
  • 5 To Heal the Pain 5:18
  • 6 Burned Bridges 4:34
  • 7 Snake Eye 4:01
  • 8 Kona Village 4:54
  • 9 Beyond Control 6:36
  • 10 Chaos in the Neighborhood 5:10
  • 11 You’ll Survive 4:42
  • 12 Awestruck & Spellbound 3:58
  • 13 With You 4:38
  • 14 Brumwell’s Beat 3:58
  • 15 Scrambling 3:39

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