Hot Tuna – First Pull Up, Then Pull Down – LP

• Format: LP
• Label: RCA Victor, Chateau Liberté, Los Gatos, Wally Heider Studios, RCA Records, RCA Corporation
• Catalog number: LSP-4550
• Country: US

Hot Tuna’s *First Pull Up Then Pull Down* offers a compelling dive into blues rock with an intimate acoustic ensemble featuring Jack Casady’s artwork alongside Mike Frankel’s, setting a visual tone that complements the music’s earthy spirit. The album’s distinctive sound is enriched by Papa John Creach’s violin and Will Scarlett’s harmonica, adding layers to tracks like “Candy Man” and “Keep Your Lamps Trimmed And Burning.” Engineered by Allen Zintz and the team including Pat Ieraci, the record holds a place within RCA Victor’s catalog that blues aficionados and focused listeners will appreciate. It’s a record that doesn’t just pull you in—it insists you stay for the second helping. This Indianapolis reissue pressing presents the album on vinyl with a clarity that’s rare for a record of this vintage. The vinyl shows glossy surface quality with only minor, light marks that shouldn’t interfere with playback, fitting comfortably into a collection where sound quality and condition matter. While the pressing year remains uncertain, this copy’s VG++ grade means it’s ready to spin with minimal fuss—perfect for those who want a clean, well-preserved listening experience without getting lost in the details of pressing variations. Sometimes, the pull of good music is all the reason you need.