Thirty Seconds Over Winterland cover

Thirty Seconds Over Winterland

Jefferson Airplane · 1973

38 min · 7 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · psychedelic rock

A vibrant tapestry of psychedelic melodies woven with bluesy riffs and soaring harmonies, capturing the essence of the early '70s rock scene.

Why this album works

'Thirty Seconds Over Winterland' is significant for its blending of various rock styles that reflects the evolving landscape of the genre in the early '70s. Although it did not achieve the critical acclaim of earlier works, it showcased the band's adaptability and received attention for its unique production and arrangement choices during a time when many bands were struggling to maintain relevance.
Best for
dynamic journey with emotional peaks wave-like pacing invites immersion vibrant melodies for reflective moments
Context
Released on March 1, 1973, 'Thirty Seconds Over Winterland' was Jefferson Airplane's last studio album before their dissolution. At this point, the band had shifted from their groundbreaking psychedelic roots into a more polished sound, as evidenced by their previous release, 'Bark', which had marked a change in lineup and musical direction.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Have You Seen the Saucers Standout 4:19
  • 2 Feel So Good Standout 11:29
  • 3 Crown of Creation Standout 3:24
  • 4 When the Earth Moves Again 4:20
  • 5 Milk Train 4:01
  • 6 Trial by Fire 5:05
  • 7 Twilight Double Leader 5:28

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