The Essential Jefferson Airplane
Jefferson Airplane · 2005
126 min · 32 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · psychedelic rock
A kaleidoscopic journey through psychedelic rock, blending lush harmonies with incisive social commentary.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic ebb and flow experience captivating kaleidoscopic soundscapes short bursts of lyrical insight
- Context
- Released in 2005, 'The Essential Jefferson Airplane' serves as a retrospective collection that highlights the band's influential contributions to the psychedelic rock era. At this point, Jefferson Airplane had already established themselves as pioneers of the genre, following their breakthrough albums like 'Surrealistic Pillow' (1967) and continued evolution through the late 1960s and early 1970s.
- If you like
- hard rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock
The Essential Jefferson Airplane is an album by Jefferson Airplane, released in 2005. A kaleidoscopic journey through psychedelic rock, blending lush harmonies with incisive social commentary. 'The Essential Jefferson Airplane' not only encapsulates the band's most critical tracks but also serves as an important reminder of their impact on counterculture and music history. The album has been well-received, solidifying their legacy within the rock genre and influencing countless artists who followed in their wake. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Essential Jefferson Airplane sound like?
A kaleidoscopic journey through psychedelic rock, blending lush harmonies with incisive social commentary. Rooted in hard rock and progressive rock.
What makes The Essential Jefferson Airplane by Jefferson Airplane notable?
'The Essential Jefferson Airplane' not only encapsulates the band's most critical tracks but also serves as an important reminder of their impact on counterculture and music history. The album has been well-received, solidifying their legacy within the rock genre and influencing countless artists who followed in their wake. Released in 2005, 'The Essential Jefferson Airplane' serves as a retrospective collection that highlights the band's influential contributions to the psychedelic rock era. At this point, Jefferson Airplane had already established themselves as pioneers of the genre, following their breakthrough albums like 'Surrealistic Pillow' (1967) and continued evolution through the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Who is The Essential Jefferson Airplane for?
The Essential Jefferson Airplane works well if you're into dynamic ebb and flow experience, captivating kaleidoscopic soundscapes and short bursts of lyrical insight.
How many songs are on The Essential Jefferson Airplane?
The Essential Jefferson Airplane has 32 tracks, running approximately 126 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Blues From an Airplane 2:12
- 2 It's No Secret 2:39
- 3 Come up the Years 2:32
- 4 She Has Funny Cars 3:09
- 5 Somebody to Love Standout 2:56
- 6 Comin' Back to Me 5:15
- 7 Embryonic Journey 1:54
- 8 White Rabbit Standout 2:32
- 9 The Ballad of You & Me & Pooneil 4:32
- 10 Martha (mono single version) 3:27
- 11 The Last Wall of the Castle 2:42
- 12 Watch Her Ride 3:17
- 13 Lather 2:57
- 14 Crown of Creation 2:54
- 15 Greasy Heart 3:27
- 16 Share a Little Joke (mono single version) 3:06
Disc 2
- 1 3/5 of a Mile in Ten Seconds (live) 4:46
- 2 Plastic Fantastic Lover (live) 3:51
- 3 We Can Be Together 5:47
- 4 Good Shepherd 4:21
- 5 Wooden Ships 6:25
- 6 Eskimo Blue Day 6:33
- 7 Volunteers Standout 2:04
- 8 Have You Seen the Saucers? 3:36
- 9 Mexico 2:09
- 10 When the Earth Moves Again 3:56
- 11 Pretty as You Feel 4:30
- 12 Third Week in the Chelsea 4:36
- 13 Long John Silver 4:26
- 14 Twilight Double Leaders 4:44
- 15 Feel So Good (live) 11:23
- 16 Milk Train (live) 3:28
Release Date
April 26, 2005
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
126 min 14 sec
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