Pins In It

Pins In It (1972) finds The Human Instinct shifting into a tighter, more song‑focused sound while still carrying the psychedelic edge that defined their earlier work. With Maurice Greer leading a refreshed lineup, the album blends blues‑rock, hard rock and melodic psych, anchored by strong guitar work and a more polished studio approach.

The record moves between driving riffs, atmospheric moments and characterful songwriting, showing the band expanding beyond the heavy improvisational style of Burning Up Years and Stoned Guitar. Often regarded as one of their most accessible releases, Pins In It captures The Human Instinct in confident form-an essential chapter in the evolution of New Zealand's pioneering psych‑rock outfit.