Why this album works
This album not only encapsulates the band's signature sound but also achieved commercial success, reaching number 10 on the Billboard Blues chart. It is significant for featuring a blend of classic tracks alongside rare material, thereby appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners interested in the roots of American blues.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with dynamics heartfelt storytelling through melodies long listening sessions encouraged
- Context
- By 1998, Hot Tuna had established themselves as a prominent act in the blues scene, following their debut in 1969. 'The Best of Hot Tuna' serves as a retrospective compilation, highlighting their evolution over nearly three decades and showcasing both studio singles and previously unreleased tracks that illustrate their musical journey.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Prince· Tom Waits· Chicago· Frank Zappa· Steely Dan· Blood, Sweat & Tears· Bobby Darin· Bette Midler
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Hesitation Blues Standout 5:08
- 2 Know You Rider 4:09
- 3 Winin' Boy Blues 5:34
- 4 Mann's Fate 5:29
- 5 Keep Your Lamps Trimmed and Burning 8:17
- 6 Candy Man 5:51
- 7 Been So Long (studio single version) 3:44
- 8 Keep on Truckin' 3:43
- 9 99 Year Blues 4:01
- 10 Ode for Billy Dean 4:53
- 11 Sea Child 5:03
- 12 Water Song 5:18
- 13 I See the Light Standout 4:17
- 14 Living Just for You 3:21
- 15 Easy Now 5:13
- 16 Sally Where'd You Get Your Liquor From 2:56
Disc 2
- 1 Hit Single #1 5:14
- 2 Serpent of Dreams 6:54
- 3 Sleep Song 4:27
- 4 Funky #7 Standout 5:50
- 5 Hot Jelly Roll Blues 4:25
- 6 Sunrise Dance With the Devil 4:29
- 7 Bar Room Cystal Ball 6:56
- 8 I Wish You Would 3:19
- 9 Watch the North Wind Rise 4:16
- 10 It's So Easy 2:36
- 11 Song From the Stainless Cymbal 4:03
- 12 Genesis 4:35
- 13 Rock Me Baby (previously unreleased) 7:40
- 14 Extrication Love Song 4:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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