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Sunshine Superman: 18 Songs of Love and Freedom

Donovan · 1993

61 min · 18 tracks · folk rock · psychedelic rock · folk-pop

A kaleidoscopic blend of folk, rock, and psychedelic sounds that radiate warmth and introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • kaleidoscopic warmth and introspection
  • for afternoon lounging
  • consistent journey with emotional peaks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • avoid lengthy, cohesive albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1993, 'Sunshine Superman: 18 Songs of Love and Freedom' is a retrospective compilation marking Donovan's enduring legacy as a key figure in the 1960s folk rock scene. At this point in his career, Donovan was revisiting and celebrating his past hits, showcasing his evolution from a folk singer to an influential psychedelic artist.
Stylistic neighbors
Nick Drake· Simon & Garfunkel· Cat Stevens

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Catch the Wind 2:55
  • 2 Colours 2:48
  • 3 Sunshine Superman 4:05
  • 4 Turquoise 3:30
  • 5 Oh Deed I Give 2:07
  • 6 Belated Forgiveness Plea 2:56
  • 7 Remember the Alamo 3:05
  • 8 The War Drags On 3:42
  • 9 Ramblin' Boy 2:33
  • 10 To Try for the Sun 3:40
  • 11 The Ballad of the Crystal Man 3:18
  • 12 Hey Gyp 3:11
  • 13 Lady of the Stars 3:04
  • 14 Season of the Witch 5:25
  • 15 Living for the Love of Light 3:44
  • 16 Every Reason 3:02
  • 17 Boy for Every Girl 4:37
  • 18 Till I See You Again 3:13

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