Crown of Creation
Jefferson Airplane · 1968
38 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · psychedelic rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of psychedelic rock and lyrical introspection, echoing the counterculture's dreams and disillusionments.
Why this album works
'Crown of Creation' is significant for its critical acclaim and influence on the psychedelic rock genre, reaching number six on the Billboard charts. The album's themes of societal critique resonated with the era's youth culture, cementing its place in countercultural history.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey lyrical introspection for deep thinkers kaleidoscopic soundscapes for exploration
- Context
- Released in January 1968, 'Crown of Creation' was Jefferson Airplane's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Surrealistic Pillow'. At this point, the band was solidifying its status as a leading voice in the San Francisco music scene, navigating the complexities of fame while further exploring experimental sounds that would define their later work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wilson Pickett· Bobby Vee· Al Kooper· Bread· Billy Preston· Barry McGuire· Tom Scott· Johnny Rivers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lather Standout 3:01
- 2 In Time 4:13
- 3 Triad Standout 4:55
- 4 Star Track 3:09
- 5 Share a Little Joke 3:06
- 6 Cushingura 1:18
- 7 If You Feel 3:20
- 8 Crown of Creation Standout 2:53
- 9 Ice Cream Phoenix 3:00
- 10 Greasy Heart 3:25
- 11 The House at Pooneil Corners 5:51
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