Wooden Head
The Turtles · 1969
34 min · 13 tracks · folk rock · pop rock
A whimsical blend of folk rock and pop melodies infused with playful lyrics and harmonies.
Why this album works
'Wooden Head' is notable for its experimentation with sound and lyrical themes that reflected the social changes of its time. The album did not achieve the chart success of its predecessors but has since been recognized for its influence on subsequent folk rock artists and is appreciated for its cohesive artistic vision.
- Best for
- whimsical storytelling with charm steady flow for easy listening playful vibes for sunny days
- Context
- Released in January 1969, 'Wooden Head' was The Turtles' fourth studio album, following their successful hits like 'Happy Together.' At this point, the band was transitioning from their earlier surf rock sound into a more mature folk rock style, reflecting the changing musical landscape of the late 1960s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Seals and Crofts· Tom Goss· Leah Kate
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Can't Stop Standout 2:09
- 2 She'll Come Back 2:40
- 3 Get Away Standout 2:12
- 4 Wrong From the Start 2:17
- 5 I Get Out of Breath 3:15
- 6 We'll Meet Again 2:23
- 7 On a Summer's Day Standout 3:37
- 8 Come Back 2:24
- 9 Say Girl 2:07
- 10 Tie Me Down 2:04
- 11 Wanderin' Kind 2:08
- 12 We Ain't Gonna Party No More 4:57
- 13 Who Would Ever Think That I Would Marry Margaret 2:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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