Creedence Clearwater Revival – Green River
Creedence Clearwater Revival, often abbreviated as CCR, is an American rock band that marked the 60s and 70s with its unique blend of rock… Read More
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So I decided to listen to all the 1001 albums you must hear before you die in their entirety in order (they are presented in chronological order). And in order not to forget this experience, I decided to create this site which will include one post per album listened to.
Johnny Cash – At San Quentin
Johnny Cash, known as “The Man in Black,” is an undisputed icon of American music. Born on February 26, 1932, in Kingsland, Arkansas, he mad… Read More
The Flying Burrito Brothers – The Gilded Palace Of Sin
Often credited with inventing country rock, The Flying Burrito Brothers bridged the seemingly incongruous worlds of West Coast… Read More
Blood, Sweat and Tears Blood, Sweat and Tears
Blood, Sweat and Tears (BS&T) undeniably stands as a cornerstone in the history of music. Formed in 1967 in New York, this collective of… Read More
Born from the fusion of exceptional individual talents, Crosby, Stills & Nash (CSN) has etched its name in the annals of music history with unmatched vocal harmonies and timeless com… Read More
Creedence Clearwater Revival – Bayou Country
Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) is the band that redefined American rock music with a touch of bayou flair. Initially formed in El Ce… Read More
Captain Beefheart, born Don Van Vliet, is an emblematic figure of experimental rock. Known for his avant-garde works and radical approach to music, Beefheart and his group, The Magic Band, h… Read More
Neil Young – Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere
Neil Young remains an emblematic figure in rock and folk music, with a career spanning over five decades. Known for his distinctive voic… Read More
The Mothers Of Invention – We're Only In It for The Money
Between 1966 and 1968, The Mothers of Invention, led by Frank Zappa, defined a new era of experimental music. Positioned be… Read More
The Beatles – The Beatles (The White Album)
The period between the release of “Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band” in 1967 and “The Beatles,” known as The… Read More
Sweetheart of the Rodeo – The Byrds
This is the fifth and final album by The Byrds to feature in the list of the 1001 albums you must hear before you die. Between the release of &ld… Read More
Van Morrison – Astral Weeks
George Ivan Morrison, known to the world as Van Morrison, was born on August 31, 1945, in the post-war tumult of Belfast. The son of a jazz record collec… Read More
The Zombies – Odessey and Oracle
Formed in St Albans in 1961, The Zombies quickly captured the public and critical acclaim with a sound that deftly blends pop, jazz, and rhythm and… Read More
Scott Walker – Scott 2
Born Noel Scott Engel on January 9, 1943, this American artist, who chose to build his career far from his homeland, in the United Kingdom, has left an indeli… Read More
Caetano Veloso – Caetano Veloso
Caetano Veloso, an emblematic figure of Brazilian music, embodies the essence of Tropicália, an avant-garde cultural movement, with brilliance… Read More
Jeff Beck – Truth
Jeff Beck, born Geoffrey Arnold Beck on June 24, 1944, established himself as a legend of the electric guitar. With a career spanning over five decades, Beck is ce… Read More
The Band – Music From Big Pink
The Band, a Canadian quintet, remains a fascinating enigma, a collective that redefined the contours of rock with unmatched authenticity and integrity… Read More
Small Faces – Odgens' Nut Gonna Flake
In the heart of the 60s' musical revolution, Small Faces emerged as a blazing comet in the London sky. Embodying the essence of the Mod movemen… Read More
Simon and Garfunkel – Bookends
Following the success of “Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme”, Simon and Garfunkel did not rest on their laurels. Paul Simon, the duo's lyr… Read More
The Pretty Things – SF Sorrow
Few bands embody the spirit of rebellion and artistic innovation as vividly as The Pretty Things. Formed in 1963, The Pretty Things, often overshadowed… Read More
Iron Butterfly – In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida
In the landscape of 1960s rock music, one name stands out with particular strength: Iron Butterfly. This emblematic group, often associated with… Read More
Dr John – Gris gris
At the heart of American music, one name resonates with unique strength: Dr. John. This band, a true embodiment of New Orleans’ cultural melting pot, immer… Read More
The United States of America – The United States of America
Formed in 1967, The United States of America made its mark on music history with its sole self-titled album, a work that… Read More
The Big Brother And The Holding Company – Cheap Thrills
In the tumultuous 1960s, a band emerged with raw power and an unforgettable sound: Big Brother and the Holding Company. Led b… Read More
The Byrds – The Notorious Byrd Brothers
In 1968, The Byrds, pioneers of American folk rock, were navigating a period of artistic transformations and personal upheavals, thus shaping… Read More
Blue Cheer – Vincebus Eruptum
Formed in 1966 in California, Blue Cheer made a mark in music history with their emblematic album “Vincebus Eruptum” released in 1968.
B… Read More
Lady Soul : Aretha Franklin
Born in Memphis but raised in Detroit, the home of Motown, Aretha grew up in a musical environment. Her father, Reverend C.L. Franklin, was a famous preacher w… Read More
Eli And The Thirteenth Confession – Laura Nyro
Laura Nyro, a name that may not immediately resonate with everyone, but her influence on modern music is undeniable. Born in 1947 in N… Read More
Johnny Cash – At Folsom Prison
Johnny Cash, famously known as “The Man in Black” for his distinctive dress code, remains an indelible icon in American music. Born in 193… Read More
Leonard Cohen – Songs of Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen, with his deep and melancholic voice, has captivated hearts and minds around the world. Known for his profound and emotionally c… Read More
Jimi Hendrix – Electric Ladyland
Amidst the tumult of the late 60s, one name echoes louder than others in the rock universe: Jimi Hendrix. This six-string genius, both a poet and a… Read More
Os Mutantes – Os Mutantes
Os Mutantes, the iconic Brazilian band formed in 1966, remains a legendary figure in the history of psychedelic music and Tropicália. Founding membe… Read More
Ravi Shankar – The Sounds of IndiaBorn in 1920 in Varanasi, a city steeped in spirituality, Ravi Shankar started his career as a dancer in his brother Uday Shankar's troupe. However… Read More
The Kinks – The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society1968 saw The Kinks move away from the incendiary guitar riffs of “You Really Got Me” and embrace more nuanc… Read More
The Hangman's Beautiful Daughter – The incredible String BandIn the musical landscape of the 1960s, one group blazed a trail of unparalleled audacity: The Incredible String Band. Form… Read More
Traffic – TrafficTraffic, formed in 1967, remains one of the most iconic bands of British psychedelic and progressive rock. Led by Steve Winwood, a former member of the Spencer Davis… Read More
White Light/White heat – The Velvet UndergroundIn 1968, the Velvet Underground went through a period of profound transition, marked by the departure of John Cale, who was replaced by… Read More
Call Of The Valley
At the turn of the 60s and 70s, while the West was immersing itself in psychedelia and progressive rock, the Indian subcontinent, laden with mystical and bewitching sou… Read More
The Rolling Stones – Beggars BanquetThere are albums that transcend their era, musical works that capture the essence of a generation. “The Rolling Stones' Beggar's Banquet is u… Read More
I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You – Aretha FranklinWhen you think of soul music from the 60s, the image of Aretha Franklin inevitably springs to mind, with her powerful, vibrant… Read More
Axis: Bold as Love – The Jimi Hendrix ExperienceFresh from the resounding success of their debut album, ‘Are You Experienced', the trio of The Jimi Hendrix Experience unveil &ls… Read More
Loretta Lynn – Don't come home a Drinkin'
If there's one woman in the American music industry who has carved out her own path despite the headwinds, it's Loretta Lynn. If you've nev… Read More
I Had Too Much to Dream (Last Night) – The Electric Prunes
Let's start with an intriguing aspect of this band: its name. “The Electric Prunes” literally translates as &ld… Read More
The Jimi Hendrix Experience – Are You Experienced ?James Marshall “Jimi” Hendrix, born on November 27, 1942, in Seattle, wasn't just a musician. He was a phenomenon. Growi… Read More
Merle Haggard – I'm a Lonesome FugitiveMany names spring to mind when you think of country music. But few, like Merle Haggard, have lived through the ages with such authenticity, powe… Read More
Sunshine Superman – DonovanLurking in the shadow of the giants of rock, Donovan is an often forgotten treasure of the 60s. This Scottish singer, with his gentle voice and bewitching m… Read More
Something Else – The KinksSeptember 1967. As the Summer of Love came to an end, leaving an indelible mark on musical culture, The Kinks offered the world “Something Else”… Read More
Jefferson Airplane – Surrealistic Pillow
There was a period in the history of music when boundaries were deliberately broken and redefined. Sounds transcended the tangible, metamorp… Read More
The Young Rascals – Groovin'
The Young Rascals are a somewhat forgotten gem in the history of rock, the kind you find at the bottom of an old trunk of discs worn by time. This Ameri… Read More
The Byrds – Younger Than Yesterday
After laying the foundations of folk rock with their electric cover of Bob Dylan's “Mr. Tambourine Man” in 1965, The Byrds began a ser… Read More
