"Boogie with Canned Heat" is the second studio album by American blues rock band Canned Heat, released in 1968. The album is a notable representation of their take on traditional blues and rock. The album, produced by Dallas Smith, features various songs that are grounded in the band's appreciation for blues and boogie styles.
The band members known for this album included Bob Hite as the vocalist, Alan Wilson on guitar, harmonica, and vocals, Henry Vestine also on guitar, Larry Taylor on bass, and Fito De la Parra on drums. The album is perhaps most famous for its track 'On The Road Again', which achieved considerable commercial success.
The album charted nationally in 1968, peaking at #16 in the Billboard 200 album charts. By mixing established blues classics with their own creations, the band managed to create a distinctive sound that propelled them to fame.
"Boogie with Canned Heat" also includes ‘Fried Hockey Boogie’, an extended jam that offered each of the band members a chance to showcase their musical prowess. These and other tracks set the stage for the group's reputation as one of the key bands in the blues and boogie music scene. It's significant to note that the album played a pivotal role in bringing greater attention to the blues rock genre and shaping its future.
