The albums that define
psychedelic soul.
Our picks for where to start with psychedelic soul — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
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The psychedelic soul essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Frank Ocean
Blonde
A kaleidoscopic blend of introspective lyrics and experimental soundscapes that redefine contemporary R&B.
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Frank Ocean
Channel Orange
A lush tapestry of alternative R&B, blending introspective lyrics with vibrant, genre-defying production.
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Rotary Connection
Aladdin
Psychedelic soul intertwines with lush orchestration, creating a dreamlike soundscape rich in emotional depth.
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The Marías
Submarine
Ethereal melodies blend with introspective lyrics, creating a dreamy soundscape that invites listeners to escape reality.
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Rotary Connection
Hey, Love
Psychedelic soul melodies weave through lush arrangements, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that captivates the listener's imagination.
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Rotary Connection
Peace
Psychedelic soul harmonies blend with lush orchestration, creating a dreamlike and festive atmosphere throughout the album.
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The 5th Dimension
Individually & Collectively
A harmonious blend of pop and psychedelic soul that captures the spirit of early '70s optimism.
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Sly and the Family Stone
There's a Riot Goin' On
A raw and experimental fusion of funk rhythms with a somber, introspective lyrical depth.
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Sly and the Family Stone
Stand!
A vibrant fusion of funk, rock, and soul that challenges societal norms with infectious grooves.
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Sly and the Family Stone
Dance to the Music
A vibrant blend of funk grooves and psychedelic soul that invites listeners to move and celebrate life.
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Sly and the Family Stone
Different Strokes by Different Folks
A vibrant tapestry of funk and soul, celebrating diversity through infectious grooves and uplifting messages.
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Black Pumas
Black Pumas
A vibrant fusion of psychedelic soul and modern funk, rich with heartfelt vocals and groovy instrumentation.
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Sly and the Family Stone
Life
A vibrant fusion of funk and psychedelia, layered with socially conscious lyrics and infectious grooves.
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Sly and the Family Stone
A Whole New Thing
A vibrant fusion of funk, rock, and soul that captures the spirit of a transformative era.
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Rotary Connection
Black Gold: The Very Best of Rotary Connection
Psychedelic soul meets orchestral arrangements in a vibrant tapestry of groove and harmony.
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The Chambers Brothers
The Time Has Come
Psychedelic soul grooves intertwine with socially conscious lyrics, creating a vibrant tapestry of sound and emotion.
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Sly and the Family Stone
Live at the Fillmore East October 4th & 5th, 1968
A vibrant fusion of funk and soul, energizing the crowd with infectious grooves and powerful vocal harmonies.
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The 5th Dimension
Greatest Hits on Earth
A vibrant blend of soul, pop, and psychedelic influences creating uplifting harmonies and emotionally resonant narratives.
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The 5th Dimension
The Magic Garden
A vibrant tapestry of psychedelic soul that intertwines lush harmonies with whimsical storytelling.
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The 5th Dimension
Love's Lines, Angles and Rhymes
A harmonious blend of pop and psychedelic soul with lush orchestrations and heartfelt lyrics.
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Frank Ocean
Nostalgia, Ultra
A genre-blurring tapestry of vulnerability and introspection woven with lush melodies and unconventional songwriting.
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The 5th Dimension
The Age of Aquarius
A vibrant blend of pop and psychedelic soul, echoing the optimism of the late 1960s counterculture.
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The 5th Dimension
Stoned Soul Picnic
A vibrant fusion of psychedelic soul and pop, filled with lush harmonies and groovy rhythms.
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The 5th Dimension
Up, Up and Away
A vibrant blend of pop and psychedelic soul, soaring harmonies meet smooth grooves throughout the album.
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