Parallelograms
Linda Perhacs · 1970
60 min · 17 tracks · psychedelic folk
Ethereal harmonies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a dreamlike tapestry of psychedelic folk.
Why this album works
'Parallelograms' has gained a cult following over the years, influencing contemporary artists within the psychedelic and folk genres. Its reissue in the 2000s introduced Perhacs' music to a new audience, highlighting its innovative blend of sounds and themes that resonated with listeners seeking alternative music.
- Best for
- dreamy afternoon reverie introspective moments of solitude gentle waves of sound
- Context
- Released in 1970, 'Parallelograms' was Linda Perhacs' debut album, emerging during the peak of the psychedelic folk movement. At this point, she was an unknown artist, yet her unique sound caught the attention of producer Leonard Rosenman, who helped shape the album's ethereal quality.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Donovan· Syd Barrett· Simon & Garfunkel
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Chimacum Rain Standout 3:25
- 2 Paper Mountain Man 3:14
- 3 Dolphin Standout 2:54
- 4 Call of the River 3:46
- 5 Sandy Toes 2:58
- 6 Parallelograms Standout 4:33
- 7 Hey, Who Really Cares? 2:38
- 8 Moons and Cattails 4:03
- 9 Morning Colors 4:34
- 10 Porcelain Baked-Over Cast-Iron Wedding 4:01
- 11 Delicious 4:08
- 12 If You Were My Man (demo) 3:30
- 13 If You Were My Man (studio) 2:59
- 14 Hey, Who Really Cares? (with intro) 3:02
- 15 Chimacum Rain (demo) 3:46
- 16 Spoken Intro to Leonard Rosenman 2:21
- 17 Chimacum Rain (demo with sounds) 4:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.