Surrealistic Pillow
Jefferson Airplane · 1967
69 min · 22 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · psychedelic rock
A vivid tapestry of psychedelic sounds intertwines with haunting melodies and thought-provoking lyrics.
Why this album works
'Surrealistic Pillow' is often regarded as a cornerstone of the psychedelic rock movement. It features the iconic single 'Somebody to Love,' which became a major hit, reaching No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and solidifying the band's place in rock history.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released on February 1, 1967, 'Surrealistic Pillow' was Jefferson Airplane's second studio album. Following their self-titled debut in 1966, this record marked a significant growth in their sound and lyrical depth, positioning them as leaders in the burgeoning counterculture music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wilson Pickett· Bobby Vee· Al Kooper· Bread· Billy Preston· Barry McGuire· Tom Scott· Johnny Rivers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 She Has Funny Cars 3:13
- 2 Somebody to Love Standout 3:00
- 3 My Best Friend 3:03
- 4 Today 3:02
- 5 Comin’ Back to Me Standout 5:23
- 6 3⁄5 of a Mile in 10 Seconds 3:45
- 7 D.C.B.A. 2:40
- 8 How Do You Feel 3:33
- 9 Embryonic Journey 1:54
- 10 White Rabbit Standout 2:33
- 11 Plastic Fantastic Lover 2:46
- 12 She Has Funny Cars (mono) 3:05
- 13 Somebody to Love (mono) 2:59
- 14 My Best Friend (mono) 3:03
- 15 Today (mono) 3:01
- 16 Comin’ Back to Me (mono) 5:29
- 17 3⁄5 of a Mile in 10 Seconds (mono) 3:44
- 18 D.C.B.A. (mono) 2:38
- 19 How Do You Feel (mono) 3:32
- 20 Embryonic Journey (mono) 1:53
- 21 White Rabbit (mono) 2:31
- 22 Plastic Fantastic Lover (mono) 2:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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