Safe as Milk
The Magic Band · 1967
77 min · 21 tracks · alternative rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of blues, psychedelia, and rock, underscored by Captain Beefheart's surreal lyricism.
Why this album works
'Safe as Milk' is notable for its innovative fusion of genres and was pivotal in shaping the psychedelic rock scene of the late 1960s. The album received positive critical reception upon release and has since influenced a wide array of artists across genres, solidifying its status as a cult classic.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released on June 1, 1967, 'Safe as Milk' marked The Magic Band's debut album, showcasing the early collaboration between Captain Beefheart and his band. At this point in their career, they were still establishing their unique sound, which would later evolve into more avant-garde territories with subsequent releases.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Cranberries· Nike Borzov· David Bowie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sure 'Nuff 'n Yes, I Do 2:16
- 2 Zig Zag Wanderer Standout 2:41
- 3 Call On Me 2:38
- 4 Dropout Boogie 2:33
- 5 I'm Glad 3:32
- 6 Electricity Standout 3:09
- 7 Yellow Brick Road 2:29
- 8 Abba Zaba Standout 2:45
- 9 Plastic Factory 3:10
- 10 Where There's Woman 2:11
- 11 Grown So Ugly 2:28
- 12 Autumn's Child 4:02
- 13 Trust Us (Take 6) 7:19
- 14 Safe As Milk (Take 12) 5:03
- 15 Beatle Bones N' Smokin' Stones (Part 1) 3:14
- 16 Moody Liz (Take 8) 4:35
- 17 Gimme Dat Harp Boy 3:37
- 18 On Tomorrow 6:59
- 19 Big Black Baby Shoes 4:53
- 20 Dirty Blue Gene 2:43
- 21 Trust Us (Take 9) 5:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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