Banana Moon cover

Banana Moon

Daevid Allen · 1971

37 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock

A whimsical blend of psychedelic melodies and surreal storytelling woven through progressive rock textures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical storytelling with surprises
  • wave-like pacing with climaxes
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • playful themes and surreal imagery

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking straightforward song structures
  • prefer heavy, intense listening

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1971, 'Banana Moon' marked Daevid Allen's first solo album after leaving Soft Machine. This debut showcased his distinctive style, blending playful lyrics with avant-garde instrumentation, establishing his artistic identity outside the influential band.
Stylistic neighbors
Emerson, Lake & Palmer· Procol Harum· Piknik

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Time of Your Life 3:21
  • 2 Memories 3:37
  • 3 All I Want Is Out of Here 4:48
  • 4 Fred the Fish 2:27
  • 5 White Neck Blooze 4:36
  • 6 Codeine Coda 1:00
  • 7 Stoned Innocent Frankenstein 3:28
  • 8 And His Adventures in the Land of Flip 11:44
  • 9 I am a Bowl 2:46

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