The Hard Road: Restrung
Hilltop Hoods · 2007
44 min · 14 tracks · Australian hip-hop
Orchestral strings intertwine with sharp, rhythmic verses, creating a cinematic take on Australian hip-hop.
Why this album works
This album received critical acclaim for its innovative blend of orchestral elements and hip-hop, reaching number one on the ARIA Albums Chart. It also earned the Hilltop Hoods several nominations at the ARIA Music Awards, solidifying their status in the Australian music scene.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels cinematic listening experience dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in 2007, 'The Hard Road: Restrung' is a reimagining of the Hilltop Hoods' earlier album 'The Hard Road', showcasing their evolution into prominent figures in Australian hip-hop. This album came as they were gaining significant recognition and commercial success, following their breakthrough with the original 'The Hard Road' in 2006.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lana Del Rey· The Avalanches· Allday· Iggy Azalea· Ariana Grande· Ghostface Killah· Kottonmouth Kings· Ashanti
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Hard Road Restrung Standout 3:37
- 2 Stopping All Stations Restrung 3:36
- 3 Conversations From a Speakeasy Restrung 3:25
- 4 An Audience With the Devil Restrung 3:34
- 5 Monsters Ball Restrung 3:58
- 6 Breathe Restrung Standout 3:50
- 7 Another Great Intro 0:18
- 8 What a Great Night Restrung 3:08
- 9 Obese Lowlifes Restrung 2:25
- 10 City of Light Restrung Standout 3:22
- 11 Clown Prince Restrung 3:52
- 12 The Captured Vibe Restrung (medley) 2:08
- 13 Recapturing the Vibe Restrung (medley) 3:15
- 14 Roll on Up 3:49
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