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May 10, 2024 · 4:00 pm. The 100 Best Psychedelic Rock Albums of The Golden Age. When compiling a list of the greatest psychedelic rock albums of the Golden era, there are a couple of things to take into consideration. First, one must determine the parameters of the era: when did it begin and when did it end?
Psychedelic rock is a rock music genre that is inspired, influenced, or representative of psychedelic culture, which is centered on perception-altering hallucinogenic drugs. The music incorporated new electronic sound effects and recording techniques, extended instrumental solos, and improvisation. [2]
Apr 1, 2024 · Established rock bands also began to introduce psychedelic elements into their music—notably the Beatles with such albums as Revolver (1966), Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band (1967), and Magical Mystery Tour (1967), the Beach Boys with the expansive, haunting Pet Sounds (1966), and the Yardbirds with “Shapes of Things” (1966).
Jan 9, 2024 · 1. The Beatles (1960 – 1970) The Beatles weren’t just the world’s most famous band; they were also among the chief architects of the psychedelic sound. Their foray into psychedelia was marked by groundbreaking albums like “Revolver” (1966) and “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” (1967).
Dec 29, 2023 · Psychedelic rock is a genre of music that emerged in the 1960s and influenced many other styles of rock, pop, and alternative music. Psychedelic rock bands use distorted guitars, keyboards, effects, and lyrics that explore themes of consciousness, perception, and spirituality.
Nov 14, 2023 · Brett Milano. Illustration: oxygen / Getty Images. Look up the word “psychedelic” in the dictionary, and one of the first definitions will be “mind-expanding.” That’s what all of the best...
Sep 20, 2022 · Features. Classic Rock. 16 of the best psychedelic rock albums ever. By Rob Hughes, Malcolm Dome. ( Classic Rock ) last updated 20 September 2022. Take a trip through time and space with the ultimate mind-bending psychedelic rock albums.
