The albums that define
neo-psychedelia.
Our picks for where to start with neo-psychedelia — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top neo-psychedelia artists
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The neo-psychedelia essentials
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Oasis
Be Here Now
An expansive soundscape filled with anthemic choruses and lush instrumentation that captures the essence of late '90s Britpop.
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Oasis
Don't Believe the Truth
A bold return to form, blending catchy hooks with a swaggering Britpop edge and reflective lyrics.
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Dr. Dog
Critical Equation
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Dr. Dog
Takers and Leavers
A kaleidoscopic blend of jangly guitars and soulful harmonies wrapped in a warm, nostalgic haze.
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Kid Cudi
Speedin' Bullet 2 Heaven
A raw fusion of introspective lyrics and experimental sounds, blending alternative rock with Kid Cudi's signature emotional depth.
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Kid Cudi
Indicud
Eclectic soundscapes blend introspective lyrics with vibrant beats, capturing Kid Cudi's unique fusion of hip-hop and alternative influences.
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MGMT
We (Don't) Care
A kaleidoscopic blend of electronic beats and psychedelic melodies that captures the spirit of early 2000s indie rock.
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MGMT
Little Dark Age
A kaleidoscopic blend of synth-pop and introspective lyrics, balancing melancholy with infectious grooves throughout its runtime.
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Mac DeMarco
2
Lo-fi guitar melodies intertwine with laid-back vocals, creating a dreamy atmosphere that captures youthful nostalgia and carefree moments.
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Mac DeMarco
Salad Days
A laid-back blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics, creating an atmosphere of wistful nostalgia.
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Tame Impala
Innerspeaker
A swirling blend of dreamy guitars and hypnotic rhythms that evoke a modern psychedelic landscape.
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Tame Impala
Tame Impala EP
A swirling blend of psychedelic rock and dream pop, layered with hazy melodies and introspective lyrics.
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Dan Snaith
Suddenly
An ethereal blend of shimmering synths and organic textures creates a dreamlike soundscape infused with introspection.
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Dan Snaith
The Milk of Human Kindness
A kaleidoscopic blend of electronic textures and organic melodies that invites listeners into an otherworldly soundscape.
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Super Furry Animals
Fuzzy Logic
A vibrant collision of melodic hooks, whimsical lyrics, and psychedelic soundscapes that captures the essence of 90s alternative rock.
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Super Furry Animals
Guerrilla
A kaleidoscopic blend of eclectic sounds unites sharp wit with psychedelic rock and adventurous pop sensibilities.
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Screaming Trees
Other Worlds
Psychedelic melodies intertwine with raw, grunge-infused energy, creating a hauntingly atmospheric soundscape.
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Screaming Trees
Change Has Come
A swirling blend of grunge and psychedelic rock, blending introspective lyrics with dynamic instrumentation.
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Big Thief
Two Hands
A haunting blend of intimate storytelling and raw instrumentation that evokes both vulnerability and resilience.
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Big Thief
Masterpiece
A blend of intimate storytelling and raw instrumentation that evokes the essence of American folk and indie rock.
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Scott Weiland
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
A lush collection of holiday classics, imbued with Weiland's signature emotive vocals and a touch of rock flair.
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Scott Weiland
Blaster
A vibrant blend of rock and psychedelic textures, infused with Weiland's distinctive vocal flair and introspective lyrics.
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Peter Bjorn and John
Living Thing
A vibrant mix of catchy melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in lush, psychedelic soundscapes.
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Peter Bjorn and John
Breakin' Point
A vibrant blend of indie pop and psychedelic rock that balances catchy melodies with introspective lyrics.
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