Essential 2010s psychedelic music

The best Psychedelic Music albums of the 2010s.

Where to start with 2010–2019 psychedelic music — with a one-line read on why each one matters.

Top of the 2010s — psychedelic music

Top picks from 2010–2019, ranked by where we would start.

Colors

Beck

Colors

A kaleidoscopic blend of pop, rock, and funk infused with Beck’s signature eclecticism and experimental spirit.

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Morning Phase

Beck

Morning Phase

Ethereal melodies intertwine with reflective lyrics, crafting a serene soundscape that echoes both nostalgia and renewal.

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Duality

Flying Lotus

Duality

A kaleidoscopic blend of electronic beats and jazzy atmospheres that challenges genre boundaries with each track.

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The Painters

Animal Collective

The Painters

A colorful blend of experimental pop and electronic textures, weaving playful melodies with introspective lyrical themes.

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Keep + Animal Collective

Animal Collective

Keep + Animal Collective

A kaleidoscopic blend of electronic textures and organic sounds creates a whimsical yet introspective soundscape throughout the album.

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Cosmogramma

Flying Lotus

Cosmogramma

A genre-bending tapestry of cosmic sounds intertwining jazz, hip-hop, and electronic elements into a vibrant sonic journey.

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Days Before Rodeo

Travis Scott

Days Before Rodeo

A sonic landscape blending atmospheric beats with introspective lyrics, encapsulating the tension between ambition and vulnerability.

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Royalty

Donald Glover

Royalty

An eclectic blend of genres, merging introspective lyricism with experimental production that reflects a nuanced exploration of identity.

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"Awaken, My Love!"

Donald Glover

"Awaken, My Love!"

A vibrant tapestry of psychedelic soul and funk that intertwines haunting melodies with introspective storytelling.

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Owl Pharaoh

Travis Scott

Owl Pharaoh

A kaleidoscopic blend of atmospheric beats and introspective lyricism that captures the essence of a modern hip-hop odyssey.

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Lost in the New Real

Arjen Lucassen

Lost in the New Real

A conceptual blend of progressive rock and theatrical storytelling that explores themes of reality and identity through eclectic arrangements.

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Breakthrough

The Gaslamp Killer

Breakthrough

A kaleidoscopic blend of glitchy beats, psychedelic samples, and hypnotic rhythms that pull listeners into an immersive sonic experience.

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Lime and Limpid Green

Sean Lennon

Lime and Limpid Green

A kaleidoscopic blend of experimental rock and psychedelic influences, merging haunting melodies with intricate instrumentation.

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Out of Frequency

The Asteroids Galaxy Tour

Out of Frequency

A vibrant blend of pop and psychedelic sounds that swirl with playful energy and a hint of nostalgia.

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