John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band
John Lennon · 1970
39 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · psychedelic rock
Raw and confessional, Lennon's debut solo album strips back rock to its emotional core.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- raw confessions of personal struggle
- wave-like emotional dynamics throughout
- reflective moments for deep thinking
- short tracks for focused listening
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat party vibes
- prefer polished production styles
Where this album fits
- Themes
- personal trauma· working-class struggles· emotional isolation
- Career context
- Released on December 11, 1970, 'John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band' marked Lennon's first solo outing after The Beatles disbanded earlier that year. This album established his artistic identity independent of the group, showcasing a stark departure from the pop sensibilities of his former bandmates.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Paul McCartney· George Harrison
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Hunky Dory by David Bowie — Shares a raw, introspective approach with confessional lyrics and a blend of rock and art pop.Pink Moon by Nick Drake — Features stark production and deeply personal themes of isolation and emotional vulnerability.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mother 5:36
- 2 Hold On 1:53
- 3 I Found Out 3:37
- 4 Working Class Hero 3:50
- 5 Isolation 2:53
- 6 Remember 4:36
- 7 Love 3:24
- 8 Well Well Well 5:59
- 9 Look at Me 2:54
- 10 God 4:10
- 11 My Mummy's Dead 0:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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