Sunshine pop owes its existence to the Beatles whose early love songs and positive vibes transformed the planet and inspired a generation of imitators who- like the Fab Four- used new and exciting sounds to create groovy colors and feelings that defined ‘60s pop culture. Sunshine pop- which can make even heartache and disappointment seem like a warm shot of sunshine- didn’t survive the ‘70s but inspired legions of Gen X indie/alternative artists and the best of sunshine pop can still make today’s listeners feel the youthful optimism and empathy that ruled the airwaves for all too brief a time when peace and love were hip and actually seemed within reach. Here are some of my favorites. Enjoy the sunshine!
01. Davy Jones – “Girl” (1971)
02. The Mamas and the Papas – “I Call Your Name” (1966)
03. Mercy – “Love (Can Make You Happy)” (1968)
04. The Clique – “Superman” (1969)
05. The Mamas and the Papas – “Once Was a Time I Thought” (1966)
06. The 5th Dimension – “(Last Night) I Didn’t Get to Sleep at All” (1972)
07. The Association – “Along Comes Mary” (1966)
08. The Monkees – “Daydream Believer” (1967)
09. The Peppermint Rainbow – “Don’t Wake Me Up in the Morning, Michael” (1969)
10. Harper and Rowe – “On the Roof Top” (1967)
11. The Association – “Rose Petals, Incense, and a Kitten” (1968)
12. The Rose Garden – “Next Plane to London” (1968)
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