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Crown of Creation

by Jefferson Airplane

Released: August 18, 1968

Rock, psychedelic rock, acid rock

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"Crown of Creation" is the fourth studio album by the San Francisco psychedelic rock band Jefferson Airplane, released in August 1968 by RCA Victor. The album's blend of experimentalism, social commentary, and intricate musical arrangements has solidified its place as a seminal work within Jefferson Airplane's discography and the broader psychedelic rock genre. The album represents a continuation of the band's exploration into psychedelic music, emphasizing acid rock infused with science fiction themes.

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It was voted number 591 in Colin Larkin's…

It was voted number 591 in Colin Larkin's All Time Top 1000 Albums 3rd Edition (2000), highlighting its enduring influence and significance in the realm of psychedelic and rock music.

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Crown of Creation

"Crown of Creation" is the fourth studio album by the San Francisco psychedelic rock band Jefferson Airplane, released in August 1968 by RCA Victor.

Greasy Heart

Its two singles, "Greasy Heart" released in March 1968 and the title track released in November, both made modest impacts on the Hot 100 chart.

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Reception

The album peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Pop Charts and earned a gold certification from the RIAA. Its two singles, "Greasy Heart" released in March 1968 and the title track released in November, both made modest impacts on the Hot 100 chart. Commercially, while "Crown of Creation" did not surpass the success of their breakthrough album "Surrealistic Pillow" (1967), it still achieved considerable acclaim and success.

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"Crown of Creation" is the fourth studio album by the San Francisco psychedelic rock band Jefferson Airplane, released in August 1968 by RCA Victor. The album represents a continuation of the band's exploration into psychedelic music, emphasizing acid rock infused with science fiction themes.

Commercially, while "Crown of Creation" did not surpass the success of their breakthrough album "Surrealistic Pillow" (1967), it still achieved considerable acclaim and success. The album peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Pop Charts and earned a gold certification from the RIAA. Its two singles, "Greasy Heart" released in March 1968 and the title track released in November, both made modest impacts on the Hot 100 chart.

Critically, "Crown of Creation" has been highly regarded over the years. It was voted number 591 in Colin Larkin's All Time Top 1000 Albums 3rd Edition (2000), highlighting its enduring influence and significance in the realm of psychedelic and rock music. The album's blend of experimentalism, social commentary, and intricate musical arrangements has solidified its place as a seminal work within Jefferson Airplane's discography and the broader psychedelic rock genre.