Himmelexpressen ~ Denmark

Latinamerikansk Olie (1976)

About a decade ago or so, I'd never even heard of the Hookfarm label. Over time, multiple obscure titles began to pop up on my radar. Himmelexpressen was one of those new names for me. By viewing the title of Latinamerikansk Olie, one can probably surmise this to be a Latin jazz rock album. That pretty much sums it up, though there is some really fiery electric guitar solos throughout - way more than is the norm. Also unusual is the steady use of harmonica, which doesn't fit, but it's surprisingly not as annoying as it may seem. Nice flute as well. The Latin and African rhythms along with the guitar style will recall Santana, though more for the cocktail set. A grower.

Hookfarm (the parent label) reissued this on CD in 2016. 

9/15/19 (review / new entry)