One Nation Underground
Pearls Before Swine · 1967
36 min · 10 tracks · folk rock
A haunting blend of surreal lyrics and folk melodies, enveloping listeners in a dreamlike atmosphere.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its unique lyrical content and has been recognized as an early influence on the underground music movement of the late 1960s. It received critical acclaim upon release, particularly for its innovative approach to folk music, solidifying Pearls Before Swine's place in the genre's evolution.
- Career context
- Released in October 1967, 'One Nation Underground' was the second album by Pearls Before Swine, following their debut 'One Nation Underground' from the previous year. At this point in their career, the band was beginning to establish themselves within the burgeoning psychedelic folk scene, marked by their distinctive lyrical style and experimental sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Piknik· The Proclaimers· Michael Stipe
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Another Time 3:07
- 2 Playmate 2:24
- 3 Ballad to an Amber Lady Standout 5:20
- 4 (Oh Dear) Miss Morse Standout 2:04
- 5 Drop Out! Standout 4:10
- 6 Morning Song 4:11
- 7 Regions of May 3:30
- 8 Uncle John 3:00
- 9 I Shall Not Care 5:26
- 10 The Surrealist Waltz 3:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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