"A new Hot Tuna album is always something to look forward too and this one does not disappoint in the least. It's the electric band taken from the last Furthur festival tour. Jormas voice just seems to keep getting more expressive as time goes by. Stand out tracks include Third Week in Chelsa,Watch The North Wind Rise and the 11 minute plus Funky #7. The only minor downside is that on the old Dead fave song Big Railroad Blues Michael Falzarano sings the lead vocals..I would have loved to hear Jorma sing this one otherwise a great cd and one all fans should add to their collections"
Whoaa baby, what's that...Hot Tuna
rballjones | Des Moines, IA USA | 05/06/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I get the overall impression from this live recording that the band is having fun; they enjoy what they're doing and they're good at it. Jorma plays an amplified acoustic guitar most of the time; the other guitarists and the piano is electric. It works.One of my favorites is the "Water Song." The song often repeats a wonderful guitar-bass riff that sort of ripples and shimmers. Upon close listen, I hear that Casady never quite plays the bass line the same way--so it remains interesting to the ear.This is easy to listen to and enjoyable."
Six String Heaven
rballjones | 03/01/2000
(4 out of 5 stars)
"This is a great album. It probably won't convert the non-believers out there, but for fans of Hot Tuna and this type of music, it is a wonderful showcase. The jams are expansive but never 'too much' and the vocals and song selection are outstanding. Being a live album, there is a bit more spontinaity and looseness than a studio album, which adds to the enjoyment. Put it on and kick back and enjoy!"
Longtime Inspiration
Carl Hoffman | Cleveland Heights,, OH United States | 02/03/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This terrific live album features the many styles of Hot Tuna's talent, from 60s-style acid to Rev. Gary Davis blues to Jorma's own introspective folk ballads. The 20-minute stretch of sound from tracks 4 through 8 inclusive--Third Week in the Chelsea, Embryonic Journey, I Am the Light of this World, Watch the North Wind Rise, Water Song--is the highlight of the cd, and I've been listening to it almost daily for the last six months. There's a wonderful moment in the gospel-influenced Watch the North Wind Rise when the music seems to stop, then picks up again with a terrific Pete Sears organ riff. Everytime I hear it I'm grateful for these great musicians and the fact that they're still in action after all these years. To Jorma, Jack, Pete and the rest: thanks so much, guys! Keep doing it!"
Drivin' Groove
Carl Hoffman | 02/08/2000
(4 out of 5 stars)
"This album is great for driving around. The jams are sweet and the vocals/mixing are clear. Dead fans will like this,too."