The Zombies-Odessey and Oracle (1968)

"Odessey and Oracle" was the second album by the British band The Zombies, released in 1968 and considered one of the most iconic albums of all time. An aesthetically pleasing, beautiful, and majestic record, a blend of power and beauty, this mix of rock ballads and classical piano contains a unique and impeccable melodic structure. The Zombies had already surprised audiences with songs like the classic "She's Not There" and "Tell Her No", which featured two-part harmonies. Here, the work is maximized with an even richer vocal texture, resulting in one of the best albums of the 1960s. The brooding Chris White and Rod Argent deliver a collection of great compositions, often in the form of highly distinctive two-part fantasies; Each track more impressive than the last, Rod Argent provides the keyboards for every song, with evocative pieces and well-established harmonic rhythms. His best work is on the Mellotron in “Hung Up On A Dream” or his psychedelic solo in “Time of The Season”, in addition to glorious harmonic vocals in “Beechwood Park” and brilliant songs like “Care of Cell 44” and “Time Of The Season”. In short, a masterpiece and a landmark of 1960s psychedelic music.