One Nation Underground
Pearls Before Swine · 1967
36 min · 10 tracks · folk rock
A haunting blend of surreal lyrics and folk melodies, enveloping listeners in a dreamlike atmosphere.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dreamlike atmospheric exploration introspective late-night listening gentle melodic storytelling
- Context
- Released in October 1967, 'One Nation Underground' was the second album by Pearls Before Swine, following their debut 'One Nation Underground' from the previous year. At this point in their career, the band was beginning to establish themselves within the burgeoning psychedelic folk scene, marked by their distinctive lyrical style and experimental sound.
- If you like
- folk rock
One Nation Underground is an album by Pearls Before Swine, released in 1967. A haunting blend of surreal lyrics and folk melodies, enveloping listeners in a dreamlike atmosphere. The album is notable for its unique lyrical content and has been recognized as an early influence on the underground music movement of the late 1960s. It received critical acclaim upon release, particularly for its innovative approach to folk music, solidifying Pearls Before Swine's place in the genre's evolution. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does One Nation Underground sound like?
A haunting blend of surreal lyrics and folk melodies, enveloping listeners in a dreamlike atmosphere. Rooted in folk rock.
What makes One Nation Underground by Pearls Before Swine notable?
The album is notable for its unique lyrical content and has been recognized as an early influence on the underground music movement of the late 1960s. It received critical acclaim upon release, particularly for its innovative approach to folk music, solidifying Pearls Before Swine's place in the genre's evolution. Released in October 1967, 'One Nation Underground' was the second album by Pearls Before Swine, following their debut 'One Nation Underground' from the previous year. At this point in their career, the band was beginning to establish themselves within the burgeoning psychedelic folk scene, marked by their distinctive lyrical style and experimental sound.
Who is One Nation Underground for?
One Nation Underground works well if you're into dreamlike atmospheric exploration, introspective late-night listening and gentle melodic storytelling.
How many songs are on One Nation Underground?
One Nation Underground has 10 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Another Time 3:07
- 2 Playmate 2:24
- 3 Ballad to an Amber Lady Standout 5:20
- 4 (Oh Dear) Miss Morse Standout 2:04
- 5 Drop Out! Standout 4:10
- 6 Morning Song 4:11
- 7 Regions of May 3:30
- 8 Uncle John 3:00
- 9 I Shall Not Care 5:26
- 10 The Surrealist Waltz 3:28
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