If You Can Believe Your Eyes And Ears is the debut album of the folk rock band The Mamas & The Papas, released in 1966. The album is considered a classic of the genre and features several hit songs that helped define the sound of the band and the era.
The album opens with the iconic “Monday, Monday,” which showcases the band’s tight vocal harmonies and pop sensibilities. The song was a massive hit, reaching #1 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and cementing the band’s place in music history.
The album also features other hits, such as “California Dreamin’,” “Go Where You Wanna Go,” and “I Call Your Name.” These songs feature the band’s signature harmonies and intricate arrangements, blending folk, rock, and pop influences into a unique sound that was both accessible and sophisticated.
Other standout tracks on the album include “Somebody Groovy,” which features a catchy melody and an infectious groove, and “Straight Shooter,” which showcases the band’s rock and roll influences with its driving rhythm and gritty guitar work.
Overall, If You Can Believe Your Eyes And Ears is a classic album that showcases the talents of one of the most iconic bands of the 1960s. With its blend of folk, rock, and pop influences, the album remains a touchstone of the era and a must-have for fans of the genre.
Track Listing:
Monday, Monday
Straight Shooter
Got a Feelin’
I Call Your Name
Do You Wanna Dance
Go Where You Wanna Go
California Dreamin’
Spanish Harlem
Somebody Groovy
Hey Girl
You Baby
The “In” Crowd
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