Wake Up...It's Tomorrow
Strawberry Alarm Clock · 1968
36 min · 12 tracks · psychedelic rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of surreal melodies and whimsical lyrics reflecting the essence of late-1960s psychedelia.
Top tracks — play these first
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Tomorrow — This track encapsulates the album's dreamy quality with its ethereal vocals and reflective lyrics that evoke a sense of longing and hope.
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Curse of the Witches — Its haunting melodies and intricate arrangements exemplify the band’s ability to weave storytelling into their music, creating an immersive experience.
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Sitting on a Star — The upbeat tempo and catchy chorus make it a standout track that showcases the band’s knack for blending pop sensibilities with psychedelic elements.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases unique songwriting and experimentation typical of late-60s psychedelia.
What we noticed
- The album opens with an experimental track featuring layered percussion that sets a surreal tone.
- Several tracks employ unconventional song structures, such as abrupt tempo changes and unexpected instrumental breaks.
- The final three tracks are interconnected, creating a thematic arc that explores different aspects of the 'Black Butter' concept.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Tomorrow
The lyrics shift from hopeful aspirations to a more somber reflection on loss and uncertainty.
This contrast between hope and despair deepens the emotional impact, making it a pivotal moment in the narrative arc of the album.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Nightmare of Percussion 2:57
- 2 Soft Skies, No Lies 3:07
- 3 Tomorrow 2:14
- 4 They Saw the Fat One Coming 3:25
- 5 Curse of the Witches 6:46
- 6 Sit With the Guru 2:59
- 7 Go Back, You're Going the Wrong Way 2:19
- 8 Pretty Song From Psych-Out 3:15
- 9 Sitting on a Star 2:55
- 10 Black Butter, Past 2:23
- 11 Black Butter, Present 2:10
- 12 Black Butter, Future 1:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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