The Second
Steppenwolf · 1968
39 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · psychedelic rock
A vibrant blend of acid rock and blues-infused hard rock that captures the spirit of late '60s counterculture.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with resolution
- vibrant energy for late nights
- wave-like pacing that surprises
- playful irreverence throughout tracks
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer predictable listening experiences
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1968, 'The Second' is Steppenwolf's sophomore album, following their self-titled debut from 1967. At this point in their career, the band was gaining traction with hits like 'Born to Be Wild,' which helped establish their signature sound. The album showcases their evolution into a more experimental phase, blending various rock styles.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Blue Öyster Cult· Grand Funk Railroad· The Doors
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Faster Than the Speed of Life 3:17
- 2 Tighten Up Your Wig 3:10
- 3 None of Your Doing 2:54
- 4 Spiritual Fantasy 3:44
- 5 Don't Step on the Grass, Sam 5:42
- 6 28 3:13
- 7 Magic Carpet Ride 4:31
- 8 Disappointment Number (Unknown) 4:51
- 9 Lost and Found by Trial and Error 2:07
- 10 Hodge, Podge, Strained Through a Leslie 2:48
- 11 Resurrection 2:52
- 12 Reflections 0:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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