Peace
Rotary Connection · 1968
43 min · 13 tracks · psychedelic soul
A kaleidoscopic blend of psychedelic soul and lush orchestration, evoking both introspection and holiday cheer.
Top tracks — play these first
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Last Call for Peace — This track embodies the album's central theme, merging heartfelt lyrics about unity with lush instrumentation, encapsulating the spirit of the era.
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If Peace Was All We Had — The song features poignant reflections on peace and love, enhanced by rich vocal harmonies that illustrate the group's signature style.
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Silent Night Chant — This reinterpretation of a classic carol transforms it into a meditative experience, showcasing the band's innovative approach to familiar themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's unique blend of psychedelic soul with Christmas themes creates a distinctive listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album features multiple interpretations of 'Silent Night', with each version employing different arrangements and instrumentation.
- Tracks like 'Last Call for Peace' and 'If Peace Was All We Had' incorporate spoken word elements, blending them with melodic sections.
- The orchestration includes lush strings and brass, creating a rich soundscape that contrasts with the more traditional holiday themes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dreamy, festive atmospheres
- reflective holiday moments
- gentle, soothing soundscapes
- slow, contemplative listening sessions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in December 1968, 'Peace' marked Rotary Connection's third album, showcasing their unique fusion of psychedelic soul and pop. At this point, they had established themselves as a progressive force in music, following their acclaimed albums 'Rotary Connection' and 'Aladdin.' This release further cemented their reputation for innovative arrangements and eclectic soundscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sly and the Family Stone· Curtis Mayfield· Earth, Wind & Fire
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Opening Round 1:55
- 2 Silent Night 5:57
- 3 Christmas Love 3:12
- 4 Last Call for Peace 2:54
- 5 Shopping Bag Menagerie 3:53
- 6 Silent Night 3:48
- 7 Christmas Child 2:44
- 8 Peace at Last 4:14
- 9 Santa's Little Helpers 0:37
- 10 Sidewalk Santa 4:26
- 11 If Peace Was All We Had 4:50
- 12 Silent Night Chant 4:38
- 13 Silence 0:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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