★★ The Zombies: Odessey and Oracle, 1968
Such a fun record—it just kept growing on me with each listen. California harmonies on top of British Invasion chamber pop, melodies that stick in your mind, and an absolute classic of an album closer.
Highlights:
Care of Cell 44
Maybe After He's Gone
Changes
I Want Her She Wants Me
This Will Be Our Year
Time of the Season