Animalism cover

Released 60 years ago

Animalism

The Animals · 1966

39 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · psychedelic rock · R&B

Raw blues-infused rock energy meets the gritty sound of a band at their creative peak.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove throughout
  • raw energy for group settings
  • sing-along moments with friends
  • nostalgic vibes of classic

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • need experimental or abstract sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1966, 'Animalism' was The Animals' fifth studio album, following their breakthrough success with hits like 'The House of the Rising Sun'. At this point, they were solidifying their reputation in the British Invasion movement while transitioning from pop hits to a more authentic blues sound.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 All Night Long 2:46
  • 2 Shake 3:11
  • 3 The Other Side of This Life 3:43
  • 4 Rock Me Baby 2:02
  • 5 Lucille 2:19
  • 6 Smokestack Lightning 5:19
  • 7 Hey Gyp 3:46
  • 8 Hit the Road Jack 3:16
  • 9 Outcast 2:35
  • 10 Louisiana Blues 2:37
  • 11 That's All I Am to You 2:08
  • 12 Going Down Slow 6:12

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