Mellow Yellow cover

Mellow Yellow

Donovan · 1967

33 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · psychedelic rock · folk-pop

A vibrant tapestry of whimsical melodies and introspective lyrics that captures the essence of 60s psychedelia.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • gentle reflective moments
  • short immersive listening sessions
  • whimsical lyrical storytelling
  • contemplative afternoon vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 1, 1967, 'Mellow Yellow' was Donovan's fourth studio album, following his breakthrough with 'Sunny Afternoon.' By this point, Donovan had solidified his place in the folk-rock scene, blending his signature acoustic style with emerging psychedelic influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Nick Drake· Simon & Garfunkel· Cat Stevens

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mellow Yellow 3:42
  • 2 Writer in the Sun 4:28
  • 3 Sand and Foam 3:17
  • 4 The Observation 2:21
  • 5 Bleak City Woman 2:22
  • 6 House of Jansch 2:42
  • 7 Young Girl Blues 3:45
  • 8 Museum 2:54
  • 9 Hampstead Incident 4:40
  • 10 Sunny South Kensington 3:48

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