What makes The Animals by The Animals notable?

This album is notable for its inclusion of the iconic track 'The House of the Rising Sun,' which topped charts in multiple countries and became a defining song of the era. The Animals helped popularize a rawer, more authentic sound that influenced countless rock and blues artists in subsequent years. Released on September 1, 1964, 'The Animals' was the band’s self-titled debut album. At this point, The Animals were establishing their presence in the British Invasion, following their breakout hit 'The House of the Rising Sun,' which had catapulted them into the spotlight just months earlier.

Who is The Animals for?

The Animals works well if you're into visceral energy for sing-alongs, steady pace for casual listening and short tracks with punchy impact.

How many songs are on The Animals?

The Animals has 12 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.

The Animals

The Animals · 1964

32 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · psychedelic rock · R&B

Raw energy and gritty vocals collide with bluesy instrumentation to create a visceral rock experience.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

visceral energy for sing-alongs
steady pace for casual listening
short tracks with punchy impact
raw vocals that evoke emotion
great for nostalgic afternoons

Maybe skip if you want

prefer longer, sprawling albums
seek polished production styles

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on September 1, 1964, 'The Animals' was the band’s self-titled debut album. At this point, The Animals were establishing their presence in the British Invasion, following their breakout hit 'The House of the Rising Sun,' which had catapulted them into the spotlight just months earlier.
Stylistic neighbors: The Yardbirds· The Rolling Stones· Eric Burdon & the Animals

Tracklist

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

1 The House of the Rising Sun 2:59
2 The Girl Can’t Help It 2:28
3 Blue Feeling 2:20
4 Baby Let Me Take You Home 2:18
5 The Right Time 3:42
6 Talkin’ ’Bout You 1:55
7 Around and Around 2:44
8 I’m in Love Again 2:59
9 Gonna Send You Back to Walker 2:22
10 Memphis, Tennessee 3:04
11 I’m Mad Again 4:15
12 I’ve Been Around 1:35

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