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Head

The Monkees · 1968

44 min · 20 tracks · pop rock

Psych-rock melodies intertwine with avant-garde experimentation, reflecting a surreal exploration of identity and fame.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • surreal exploration of identity
  • wave-like energetic flow
  • short bursts of creativity
  • playful experimentation throughout

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek consistent emotional tone

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1968, 'Head' marked The Monkees' transition from a manufactured pop band to artists seeking creative autonomy. This album followed their successful television series and was intended as a bold statement against the confines of their early commercial image.
Stylistic neighbors
The Beach Boys· The Byrds· The Turtles

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Opening Ceremony 1:20
  • 2 Porpoise Song (Theme From "Head") 2:56
  • 3 Ditty Diego (War Chant) 1:25
  • 4 Circle Sky 2:31
  • 5 Supplicio 0:48
  • 6 Can You Dig It 3:23
  • 7 Gravy 0:06
  • 8 Superstitious 0:07
  • 9 As We Go Along 3:51
  • 10 Dandruff? 0:39
  • 11 Daddy's Song 2:30
  • 12 Poll 1:13
  • 13 Long Title: Do I Have to Do This All Over Again 2:39
  • 14 Swami (Plus Strings) 5:21
  • 15 Ditty Diego (War Chant) 4:30
  • 16 Circle Sky 2:20
  • 17 Happy Birthday to You 1:02
  • 18 Can You Dig It 3:25
  • 19 Daddy's Song 2:06
  • 20 Head Radio Spot 2:03

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