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Splashdown

Hot Tuna · 1984

36 min · 8 tracks · blues

A fusion of blues and rock, with soulful melodies and intricate guitar work that evokes deep emotion.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady flow with emotional peaks
  • soulful melodies for reflective moments
  • for intimate gatherings
  • engaging guitar work for focus

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking quick, energetic tracks
  • prefer standalone singles over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Splashdown' was released in January 1984, Hot Tuna had already established themselves as a prominent blues-rock duo, following their 1980 album 'Double Dose.' This album marked a return to studio recording after several years of extensive touring and live performances, showcasing their evolving sound and commitment to artistic expression within the blues genre.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Death Don't Have No Mercy 6:49
  • 2 I Am the Light 4:17
  • 3 Embryonic Journey / Police Dog Blues 2:06
  • 4 Splash Down 4:22
  • 5 Keep Your Lamps Trimmed and Burning 3:03
  • 6 I Know You Rider 5:19
  • 7 Keep on Truckin 4:16
  • 8 Candyman 6:04

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