What makes Something Else from The Move by The Move notable?

'Something Else from The Move' featured the hit single 'Blackberry Way', which reached number one in the UK charts, solidifying their commercial appeal. Its innovative production techniques and genre-blending set a precedent for future psychedelic rock artists, influencing the burgeoning music landscape of the late '60s. Released on June 21, 1968, 'Something Else from The Move' marked The Move's third studio album during a period when they were establishing themselves in the British rock scene. Following their eponymous debut in 1968, this album showcased their evolution into a more experimental sound that paved the way for their later successes.

Who is Something Else from The Move for?

Something Else from The Move works well if you're into short bursts of vibrant energy, playful experimentation with melodies and upbeat tracks for social gatherings.

How many songs are on Something Else from The Move?

Something Else from The Move has 9 tracks, running approximately 33 minutes.

Something Else from The Move

The Move · 1968

33 min · 9 tracks · psychedelic rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of psychedelic rock and pop, filled with vibrant melodies and experimental textures.

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Top tracks — play these first

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So You Want to Be a Rock 'n' Roll Star — This track captures the sardonic essence of fame, blending upbeat instrumentation with lyrics that critique the superficiality of rock stardom.
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Sunshine Help Me (original EP version) — The song showcases lush arrangements and emotive vocals, creating a dreamy atmosphere that exemplifies the band's psychedelic influences.
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(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher — This cover infuses soul and pop sensibilities, highlighting the band's versatility and ability to reinterpret classic songs with their unique twist.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short bursts of vibrant energy
playful experimentation with melodies
upbeat tracks for social gatherings
varied tempos keep engagement high

Maybe skip if you

prefer lengthy, immersive albums
want straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on June 21, 1968, 'Something Else from The Move' marked The Move's third studio album during a period when they were establishing themselves in the British rock scene. Following their eponymous debut in 1968, this album showcased their evolution into a more experimental sound that paved the way for their later successes.
Stylistic neighbors: Electric Light Orchestra· The Zombies· Small Faces

Tracklist

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

1 So You Want to Be a Rock 'n' Roll Star 2:52
2 Stephanie Knows Who 2:59
3 Something Else 2:21
4 It'll Be Me 2:37
5 Sunshine Help Me (original EP version) 5:16
6 Piece of My Heart 4:04
7 Too Much in Love 2:41
8 (Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher 3:36
9 Sunshine Help Me (unedited version) 6:35

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