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The Ultimate Psychedelic, Blues & Hard Rock Revolution Playlist

Experience the revolution of Rockin' The 60s! This transformative decade unleashed groundbreaking sounds, blending psychedelic experimentation with raw blues power and emerging hard rock energy. Featuring legendary guitar heroes and iconic bands, the late 60s created a timeless soundtrack of innovation, rebellion, and pure rock intensity.

Best 60s Psychedelic & Hard Rock Playlist (line 914)

(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction: Released as a monumental single that catapulted The Rolling Stones to global superstardom, this 1965 rock classic captured the rebellious spirit of the era.The Rolling Stones

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96 Tears: Released as a smash hit single, this 1966 song catapulted the enigmatic Michigan band ? (Question Mark) and the Mysterians to fame, becoming their defining moment.? and the Mysterians

Best 60s Psychedelic & Hard Rock (A)

All Along The Watchtower: Released as a single from the monumental 1968 album Electric Ladyland, Hendrix's version of "All Along The Watchtower" turned Dylan's folk song into a searing rock anthem.Jimi Hendrix

American Woman: Released as the title track and smash single from their 1970 album American Woman, this song solidified The Guess Who's international stardom.The Guess Who

Best 60s Psychedelic & Hard Rock (B)

Bad Moon Rising: Released as a hugely successful single from CCR's prolific 1969 output (later appearing on the Green River album), "Bad Moon Rising" showcased John Fogerty's distinctive songwriting.Creedence Clearwater Revival

Born to Be Wild: Released in 1968 by Canadian-American band Steppenwolf on their self-titled debut album, "Born to Be Wild" instantly established itself as a hard rock standard.Steppenwolf

Bouree: This 1969 rock instrumental by Jethro Tull, featured on their "Stand Up" album, is a masterful adaptation of Johann Sebastian Bach's "Bourrée in E minor." The track showcases Ian Anderson's distinctive flute work, transforming a baroque piece into a swinging rock classic.Jethro Tull

Break On Through (To the Other Side): Released in 1967 as the opening track and first single from The Doors' groundbreaking debut album, "Break On Through" was a powerful statement.The Doors

Bring It On Home: Released in 1969 on Led Zeppelin II, this track uniquely bookends an original, powerful hard rock instrumental section composed by the band with faithful renditions of the Willie Dixon blues standard (popularized by Sonny Boy Williamson II), featuring Robert Plant's harmonica mimicking the original intro and outro, demonstrating their blues rock foundation.Led Zeppelin

California Girls: Featured on The Beach Boys' 1965 album Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!), "California Girls" signaled a significant step forward in Brian Wilson's sophisticated production style.The Beach Boys

Communication Breakdown: Featured on the groundbreaking self-titled 1969 album Led Zeppelin, "Communication Breakdown" showcased the band's unique chemistry. Its short, sharp blast of hard rock, bordering on heavy metal for its time, features Robert Plant's wailing vocals and a relentless rhythm section, influencing countless future rock bands.Led Zeppelin

Crosstown Traffic: Released as a single from the groundbreaking 1968 double album Electric Ladyland, "Crosstown Traffic" showcased Jimi Hendrix's ability to craft concise, powerful rock songs alongside his longer jams.Jimi Hendrix

Best 60s Psychedelic & Hard Rock (D)

Dazed And Confused: Featured prominently on the first Led Zeppelin album in 1969, this track was famously adapted and transformed from a song by folk singer Jake Holmes.Led Zeppelin

Drive My Car: Featured as the energetic opener on the landmark 1965 album Rubber Soul (UK version), "Drive My Car" showcased The Beatles' evolving sound.The Beatles

Best 60s Psychedelic & Hard Rock (F)

For What It's Worth: This seminal track, born from the creative crucible of Buffalo Springfield, quickly transcended its initial inspiration to become a broader protest anthem.Buffalo Springfield

Fortunate Son: Released as a massive hit single from CCR's classic 1969 album Willy and the Poor Boys, "Fortunate Son" became an anthem for a generation.Creedence Clearwater Revival

Foxey Lady: Featured prominently on The Jimi Hendrix Experience's groundbreaking 1967 debut album Are You Experienced, "Foxey Lady" instantly established itself as a classic.Jimi Hendrix

Best 60s Psychedelic & Hard Rock (G)

Get Back: Released as a number one single credited to "The Beatles with Billy Preston," this 1969 track showcased the band stripping back their sound.The Beatles

Gimme Shelter: Featured on the classic 1969 album Let It Bleed, "Gimme Shelter" reflected the turmoil of its era through a dark lens of hard rock and blues rock.The Rolling Stones

Best 60s Psychedelic & Hard Rock (H)

Hey Joe: Released as the first single by The Jimi Hendrix Experience and featured on the US version of Are You Experienced in 1967, "Hey Joe" transformed a folk-blues tune into a rock masterpiece.Jimi Hendrix

Honky Tonk Women: Released as a standalone single in 1969, "Honky Tonk Women" marked a triumphant return to the top of the charts for The Rolling Stones.The Rolling Stones

Best 60s Psychedelic & Hard Rock (I)

I Can See for Miles: Released as a single in 1967 and featured on The Who Sell Out, "I Can See for Miles" became the band's biggest US hit at the time.The Who

I Get Around: Released in 1964 and featured on the album All Summer Long, "I Get Around" propelled The Beach Boys to the top spot on the US charts for the first time.The Beach Boys

I'm Free: Featured on the groundbreaking 1969 album Tommy and released as a successful single, "I'm Free" captures a key turning point in the narrative.The Who

If 6 Was 9: Appearing on The Jimi Hendrix Experience's second album, Axis: Bold as Love (released late 1967 UK/early 1968 US), "If 6 Was 9" stands as a cornerstone of psychedelic rock.Jimi Hendrix

In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida: Featured on the multi-platinum 1968 album of the same name and also released as a drastically edited hit single, "In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida" showcased Iron Butterfly's unique sound.Iron Butterfly

Jumpin' Jack Flash: Released as a hugely successful non-album single in 1968, "Jumpin' Jack Flash" instantly became one of The Rolling Stones' defining songs.The Rolling Stones

Best 60s Psychedelic & Hard Rock (L)

Light My Fire: A monumental track from The Doors' 1967 self-titled debut, "Light My Fire" became a defining statement of psychedelic and acid rock.The Doors

Little Wing: Featured on The Jimi Hendrix Experience's second album, 1967's Axis: Bold as Love, "Little Wing" demonstrates a masterful touch. Though brief, its intricate guitar work, utilizing unique chord voicings and shimmering effects like a Leslie speaker, creates a rich tapestry of psychedelic soul infused within a rock framework.Jimi Hendrix

Love Me Two Times: Featured on The Doors' influential 1967 album Strange Days, "Love Me Two Times" is a powerful example of their distinctive blues rock approach.The Doors

Best 60s Psychedelic & Hard Rock (M)

Magic Bus: Released as a successful non-album single in 1968, "Magic Bus" captured The Who's rhythmic power. Built around Pete Townshend's acoustic guitar, lead vocals, and the insistent "clack-clack" of claves, the song's repetitive groove and psychedelic rock undertones became instantly recognizable worldwide.The Who

Magic Carpet Ride: Released as a major hit single from their 1968 album The Second, "Magic Carpet Ride" further cemented Steppenwolf's place in rock history.Steppenwolf

Manic Depression: A key track on The Jimi Hendrix Experience's 1967 debut LP, Are You Experienced, "Manic Depression" broke rock conventions with its frantic 3/4 jazz waltz rhythm.Jimi Hendrix

Moby Dick: Released on 1969's Led Zeppelin II, "Moby Dick" features a distinctive hard rock/blues rock guitar riff played by Jimmy Page and bassist John Paul Jones at the beginning and end.Led Zeppelin

Monster Mash: Released as a single, this track became a massive number one pop sensation and an enduring seasonal favorite. Its playful lyrics, sound effects, and Pickett's signature Boris Karloff impression perfectly captured the monster craze within a simple rock and roll framework, defining the ultimate one-hit wonder.Bobby "Boris" Pickett and the Crypt-Kickers

My Generation: Released as the title track and a major hit single from The Who's 1965 debut album, "My Generation" captured the frustrations of youth.The Who

Best 60s Psychedelic & Hard Rock (P)

Paint It, Black: Released as a groundbreaking single in 1966 and featured on the US version of the album Aftermath, "Paint It, Black" marked a significant sonic departure for The Rolling Stones.The Rolling Stones

People Are Strange: Featured on The Doors' second album, Strange Days, released in 1967, "People Are Strange" perfectly captured the band's distinctive atmospheric style.The Doors

Pinball Wizard: Released as a hit single from the groundbreaking 1969 rock opera Tommy, "Pinball Wizard" became one of The Who's most famous songs.The Who

Pipeline: First released locally near the end of the year before becoming a huge national hit, this iconic surf rock instrumental launched The Chantays to fame.Chantay's

Proud Mary: Released as a massive hit single from their 1969 album Bayou Country, "Proud Mary" became one of CCR's most famous songs.Creedence Clearwater Revival

Purple Haze: Released as a single in 1967 and included on the US version of Are You Experienced, "Purple Haze" stormed the charts and announced Jimi Hendrix's arrival as a major force.Jimi Hendrix

Best 60s Psychedelic & Hard Rock (R)

Ramble On: Released on 1969's Led Zeppelin II, "Ramble On" is celebrated for its striking structure, moving seamlessly between delicate folk rock verses built on acoustic guitar and Robert Plant's softer vocals, and powerful hard rock choruses driven by electric guitars and John Bonham's drums.Led Zeppelin

Best 60s Psychedelic & Hard Rock (S)

Something: Released as a highly successful single from the iconic 1969 album Abbey Road, "Something" marked George Harrison's emergence as a premier songwriter within The Beatles.The Beatles

Spirit In The Sky: Released by Norman Greenbaum around 1969, "Spirit in the Sky" created an electrifying fusion rarely heard before. It seamlessly merged the heavy, swirling sounds of psychedelic rock with the uplifting fervor and lyrical focus of gospel music.Norman Greenbaum

Stone Free: Originally released as a B-side in 1966, "Stone Free" gained wider US exposure on the 1969 compilation album Smash Hits. This driving rock track showcases Hendrix's early blues-infused style, featuring his dynamic guitar work and confident vocals asserting personal freedom.Jimi Hendrix

Sunshine of Your Love: A massive international hit single from their landmark 1967 album Disraeli Gears, "Sunshine of Your Love" defined Cream's groundbreaking sound. Featuring Eric Clapton's fiery guitar, Jack Bruce's driving bass and lead vocals, and Ginger Baker's powerful drumming, it became a cornerstone of psychedelic hard rock.Cream

Best 60s Psychedelic & Hard Rock (T)

Thank You: Appearing on the otherwise heavy Led Zeppelin II in 1969, "Thank You" offered a striking contrast with its gentle folk rock-influenced sound.Led Zeppelin

The Lemon Song: Appearing on 1969's Led Zeppelin II, this track exemplifies the band's deep roots in electric blues, heavily influenced by Howlin' Wolf's "Killing Floor." It features a loose, almost live-in-studio feel, anchored by Jimmy Page's fiery guitar, John Bonham's powerful drumming, and highlighted by John Paul Jones' memorable, fluid bass interlude within its dynamic blues rock structure.Led Zeppelin

The Surfaris Wipe Out: Released as a smash hit single, this iconic instrumental propelled The Surfaris to fame, defining the energetic sound of early 60s surf rock.The Surfaris

The Wind Cries Mary: Released as the third single by The Jimi Hendrix Experience in 1967, "The Wind Cries Mary" offered a stark contrast to the fiery psychedelia of "Purple Haze." Its sparse arrangement, rooted in bluesy rock sensibilities, highlighted Hendrix's nuanced guitar work and sensitive songwriting, becoming another significant early hit.Jimi Hendrix

Best 60s Psychedelic & Hard Rock (V)

Venus: Released as a single, this infectious song became a worldwide number one hit for the Dutch band Shocking Blue. Its unique fusion of psychedelic rock elements, pop rock hooks, and an undeniable dance-rock groove propelled them to international fame, cementing their one-hit wonder status in many regions.Shocking Blue

Best 60s Psychedelic & Hard Rock (W)

While My Guitar Gently Weeps: This song, written by George Harrison, is a standout track from The Beatles' 1968 "White Album." While Eric Clapton played a guest guitar solo, the song is fundamentally a Beatles' creation.Eric Clapton

Whipping Post: Debuting on The Allman Brothers Band's self-titled 1969 album, "Whipping Post" immediately established the group's unique blend of blues rock, roots rock influences, and Southern rock intensity.The Allman Brothers Band

White Room: Released as a major hit single from Cream's monumental 1968 double album Wheels of Fire, "White Room" captivated listeners worldwide. Its complex structure, shifting time signatures, and powerful combination of Jack Bruce's vocals/bass, Ginger Baker's drumming, and Clapton's guitar defined psychedelic hard rock.Cream

Whole Lotta Love: Kicking off their second album in 1969 with unforgettable force, "Whole Lotta Love" is built around Jimmy Page's monumental, stuttering guitar riff, adapted from blues traditions but supercharged with hard rock intensity.Led Zeppelin

Wild Thing: Released as a major international hit single, The Troggs' cover of this Chip Taylor-penned song captured lightning in a bottle. Its raw garage rock production, Reg Presley's suggestive delivery, and unique ocarina solo break created an unforgettable sound blending proto-punk energy with hard rock power and psychedelic hints.The Troggs

Wouldn't It Be Nice: Opening The Beach Boys’ seminal 1966 album Pet Sounds, "Wouldn't It Be Nice" immediately showcased Brian Wilson's groundbreaking approach to pop music production.The Beach Boys

Best 60s Psychedelic & Hard Rock (Y)

You Really Got Me: Released as a single in 1964, "You Really Got Me" catapulted The Kinks to international stardom. This electrifying track, featuring Ray Davies' urgent vocals and that unforgettable fuzzy guitar tone (achieved by slashing an amplifier cone), became a defining anthem of the British Invasion and early hard rock.The Kinks

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