Butterfly cover

Butterfly

The Hollies · 1967

33 min · 12 tracks · beat music

Psychedelic pop intertwines with lush harmonies and thoughtful lyrics, creating a dreamlike tapestry of sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, reflective listening sessions
  • dreamy, contemplative soundscapes
  • gentle melodic explorations
  • light, airy atmospheres

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1967, 'Butterfly' marked The Hollies' artistic evolution following their previous album 'For Certain Because.' This was a period when the band began exploring more experimental sounds and lyrical themes, moving beyond their earlier beat music roots as they sought to capture the burgeoning psychedelic movement.
Stylistic neighbors
The Byrds· The Beach Boys· The Zombies

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Dear Eloise 3:05
  • 2 Away Away Away 2:18
  • 3 Maker 2:49
  • 4 Pegasus 2:37
  • 5 Would You Believe 4:03
  • 6 Wishyouawish 2:03
  • 7 Postcard 2:16
  • 8 Charlie and Fred 2:55
  • 9 Try It 3:04
  • 10 Elevated Observations? 2:32
  • 11 Step Inside 2:50
  • 12 Butterfly 2:42

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