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.
Top psychedelic soul artists
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The psychedelic soul essentials
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Donald Glover
Atavista
A kaleidoscopic blend of genres intertwines introspective lyrics with experimental soundscapes, creating a rich auditory experience.
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Donald Glover
Summer Pack
A breezy blend of soulful melodies and reflective lyrics encapsulating the essence of summer warmth and nostalgia.
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The 5th Dimension
Love's Lines, Angles and Rhymes
A vibrant blend of lush harmonies and soulful melodies, capturing the essence of early '70s pop and psychedelic soul.
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The 5th Dimension
Stoned Soul Picnic
Psychedelic harmonies and soulful grooves intertwine to create a vibrant tapestry of 1960s pop and R&B.
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Rare Earth
Get Ready
'Get Ready' captures the essence of Rare Earth’s groove-based approach to rock music. Its tracks represent both their energetic style and lyrical themes well-suited for new listeners.
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Rare Earth
Rarearth
A vibrant fusion of funk and rock, blending rhythmic grooves with soulful melodies and playful lyrics throughout.
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Frank Ocean
Blonde
A fluid blend of introspective lyrics and experimental soundscapes that defy traditional genre boundaries.
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Frank Ocean
Nostalgia, Ultra
A genre-defying blend of introspective lyrics and eclectic production that navigates themes of love and identity.
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The Chambers Brothers
A New Time – A New Day
Psychedelic soul blends with rhythmic grooves and socially conscious lyrics, creating a vibrant tapestry of sound and emotion.
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The Chambers Brothers
The Time Has Come
Psychedelic soul blends with gospel and rock, creating a vibrant tapestry of rhythm and emotion throughout this groundbreaking album.
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Black Pumas
Black Pumas
A vibrant mix of psychedelic soul and funk, blending smooth vocals with rich instrumentation for a contemporary yet timeless feel.
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Black Pumas
Chronicles of a Diamond
A vibrant blend of psychedelic soul and funk that weaves personal storytelling through lush instrumentation and dynamic vocals.
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The Marías
Submarine
A dreamy blend of synths and soulful melodies creates an ethereal soundscape that invites introspection and emotional connectivity.
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Sly and the Family Stone
There's a Riot Goin' On
A haunting blend of funk and soul that mirrors the chaos of its era with a deeply introspective lens.
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Sly and the Family Stone
Small Talk
A vibrant blend of funk, rock, and soul that radiates joy while addressing profound themes of love and social consciousness.
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Rotary Connection
Aladdin
Psychedelic soul swirls with lush orchestration, blending dreamy melodies and intricate harmonies into a captivating auditory experience.
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Rotary Connection
Songs
Psychedelic soul weaves through lush arrangements, blending rock and R&B with ethereal harmonies that evoke a dreamlike atmosphere.
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Celebration
The Modern Tribe
A vibrant mix of psychedelic soul infused with pop sensibilities and rich, layered instrumentation that invites listeners to lose themselves.
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Chiiild
Synthetic Soul
A fusion of smooth R&B grooves and experimental textures that creates an immersive sonic landscape.
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The Friends of Distinction
Whatever
A vibrant blend of soul and sunshine pop, layered with smooth harmonies and infectious grooves.
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The Friends of Distinction
Grazin'
A vibrant blend of soulful harmonies and upbeat rhythms, embodying the spirit of late 1960s pop and psychedelic soul.
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Black Merda
Black Merda
Psychedelic grooves intertwine with bluesy rock riffs, creating a vibrant tapestry of funk and soul that defines the early '70s sound.
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The Stepkids
Troubadour
Psychedelic soul weaves through lush arrangements, blending vintage grooves with modern introspection and dynamic vocal harmonies.
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The Stepkids
The Stepkids
A kaleidoscopic blend of psychedelic soul infused with eclectic grooves and intricate harmonies that invite listeners into a vibrant sonic landscape.
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Adjacent sounds
By decade
Where psychedelic soul landed in each era.