The 5th Dimension 'Stoned Soul Picnic'

The 5th Dimension 'Stoned Soul Picnic'
This 1968 LP couldn't have a more accurate title. I really like The 5th Dimension. They're the only hippie, psychedelic, pop, R&B, folk, soul group I can think of, that really delivers on the soul aspect while maintaining a healthy dose of all those other genre influences. These 5 have it all covered. They are super-posi, and when most artists are overly positive I get a little queasy and annoyed, but not with The 5th Dimension. Their ultra-positivity feels really natural, believable, and uplifting. Many of the ultra-posi tracks on this, their 3rd LP, are balanced nicely w/ a few slightly less chipper numbers, like the excellent Billy Davis Jr.-fronted 'It'll Never be the Same Again.' This is no-worries, summertime, sippin' on wine in the park with your friends music. It's music for good vibes and summer adventures. Pick this up if it crosses your path. My only complaint is that it's not 6 times longer.